🕒 Reading Time: 3–4 minutes

Spring Cleaning with Kid Help (Really!)

Cleaning doesn’t have to be a solo act—or a total drag. Here’s how to get the kids involved without the whining:

• The Sock Toss Game: Have them match and roll socks, then toss them into a basket like a game—laundry and entertainment in one.
• Timer Challenge: Set a timer for 10 minutes and see how much they can pick up. Reward = a sticker or extra screen time.
• Custom Chore Cards: Let each child pick a card with a task that’s age-appropriate and quick. Rotate daily to keep it fresh.

Mom win: You’re teaching life skills and getting help. Gold stars all around.

Dinner Rut, Meet Spring Refresh

You don’t need to overhaul your entire meal plan—just a few tweaks to bring the season to your table:

• Lemon Herb Sheet Pan Chicken: Chicken thighs + asparagus + potatoes + lemon slices = easy, fresh, and spring-y.
• Taco Bowl Night: Layer rice, beans, ground meat, and toppings. Bonus: everyone builds their own, so fewer complaints.
• Caprese Grilled Cheese: Fresh mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil between buttery sourdough—yes, it’s fancy and the kids will still eat it.

Pro tip: One new meal a week keeps things interesting and manageable.

Easter Prep (Yes, It’s Early, But You’ll Thank Us)

Easter is late this year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get a head start:

• Easter Basket Tracker: Start a list in your notes app with what you have (and who it’s for). No more overbuying jelly beans.
• Non-Candy Fillers: Think spring socks, coloring books, sunglasses, mini puzzles, or even gardening tools for kids.
• Dress Check: Need a family outfit refresh? Now’s the time to check sizes and shop before the rush hits. We know a place you find a great Easter dress. 😜

Hack: Add one Easter item to your weekly grocery haul to avoid the last-minute scramble.

Little Joys to Make This Week Feel Fresh

Let’s romanticize the small stuff:

• Open a window and let in the spring air while you fold laundry
• Swap your coffee mug for a cute spring one—yes, it makes a difference
• Clip a blooming branch from outside and pop it in a vase for instant home joy

Reminder: The tiniest changes can shift your whole mood.

That’s it for this week! Next Tuesday, we’ll dive into easy spring break ideas (even if you’re staying home), Easter activities the kids will love, and fast spring meals that don’t require five trips to the store.

Until then, breathe in that fresh April energy—you’re doing great.