This week has been a whirlwind. Between starting my job at school, a busted real estate contract, and three kids with busy schedules, I’ve been leaning hard on my favorite working mom tips just to keep it together. If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning plates and hoping none of them crash, you’re not alone. Here are 5 simple things I’m doing this week to stay balanced, plus a few tools that make the chaos a little easier to handle. 1. Pack Lunches and Snacks Ahead of Time Nothing derails a morning like realizing the lunchboxes are still empty.