Daily Planner for WFH Moms: Chaos, Coffee, and a Little Bit of Sanity

When I first started working from home with a baby, I thought I could handle it. Spoiler: I could not. Deadlines, feedings, diapers, Zoom calls, it was like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. Some days, I still drop all the torches and set the carpet on fire.

Sound familiar? You’re not alone.

Being a WFH mom is equal parts heroic and exhausting, and no, it doesn’t mean you’re failing. It just means you’re human. What saved me wasn’t an extra 12 hours in the day (still waiting for those, by the way). It was a daily planner. Yep. Paper, boxes, and checklists turned out to be my lifeline.

My Brain Was Melting

Picture this: I was keeping track of work deadlines in my head while also remembering feeding times, laundry piles, and whether I’d brushed my teeth. Spoiler again: I hadn’t. My brain was basically 400 tabs open on Chrome, with Spotify blasting lullabies and Slack notifications at the same time.

That’s when I realized something. I wasn’t failing because I couldn’t do it all. I was failing because I didn’t have a plan. Enter: the daily planner. Not just paper and ink, but a place to dump the chaos. A judgment-free zone where I could breathe, organize, and occasionally doodle when the baby finally napped.

What Makes This Planner Different (It Doesn’t Pretend You Don’t Have Kids)

I’ve tried other planners. Most were made for child-free unicorns who sit at desks for eight uninterrupted hours. (Teach me your ways, mythical creatures.) But my life? It looks like typing one-handed while holding a teething baby.

So I made a planner for us. It gives space for everything: work tasks, baby care, household stuff, and yes, self-care (because you deserve more than cold coffee for breakfast). It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing what matters most, without the crushing guilt.

My Survival Planner

Morning Routine

Mornings used to feel like the Hunger Games. Now, I scribble down wake-up, breakfast, and one tiny self-care thing. Sometimes that’s washing my face. Sometimes it’s just drinking hot coffee before it turns iced. Both count.

Work Blocks

No more pretending I can do an eight-hour sprint. My planner breaks work into nap-sized chunks. Knowing I have 40 minutes makes me focus like a laser. (Until the baby wakes up, of course.)

Baby Care and Playtime

I used to stress that I wasn’t giving enough attention. Now, I write down naps, feedings, and play. Seeing it on paper helps me realize, "hey, I am present". And bonus, I can spot patterns like “baby naps longer after a wrestling match with stuffed animals.”

Household Tasks

Spoiler #3: I no longer try to clean the whole house in one day. My planner limits me to 2–3 chores max. Today: wipe counters, fold laundry, ignore everything else. Guilt-free.

Self-Care Check-In

This is my favorite box. Meals, water, mood, and me-time. Sometimes me-time is ten minutes of Youtube in the bathroom. Sometimes it’s journaling. Either way, it counts.

Evening Routine as a WFH Mom

Nights are about wrapping up, jotting tomorrow’s plan, and then tea + book (or, let’s be real, tea + scrolling memes until I pass out).

Here's a quick look at my WFH Mom Daily Planner.

How I Use My Planner Without Stress

• I keep it realistic, not Pinterest-perfect.

• I celebrate top 3 priorities. If they’re done, I win.

• Self-care is a meeting. (Non-negotiable, sorry dishes.)

Some days it’s filled in beautifully. Other days, it’s just chicken scratch. Both are valid.

Why This Planner Saved My Sanity

Being a WFH mom is a circus act. And some days, it feels like the tent’s on fire. But this planner gave me something huge: proof that I am doing enough. Work, baby, house, me. Even if it’s not perfect, it’s happening.

And listen, you’re not alone in the chaos. I’ve cried over sinkfuls of dishes. I’ve felt guilty over missed deadlines and skipped playtimes. But I’ve also learned this: the mess doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re human.

This planner won’t magically fold laundry or rock the baby to sleep (still working on that feature), but it will give you peace of mind. It’s a gentle reminder that you’re balancing so much and still showing up every day.

So breathe. You’re already doing amazing. One page. One day. That’s all it takes.

Want to try my Daily Planner for WFH Moms? Download the free printable and bring a little calm into your chaos today.