Okay, let’s be real. The term ‘mompreneur’ sounds incredibly glamorous. Visions of perfectly coiffed women in power suits, effortlessly juggling board meetings and ballet recitals, dance in our heads. The reality? More like yoga pants, lukewarm coffee, and the constant, low-grade hum of parental guilt. But I’m here to tell you, fellow mompreneurs, that I’ve cracked the code. And it all starts with…Sunday. Yes, the day of rest. Or, in my previous life, the day of catching up on all the things I neglected during the week, which usually ended in a puddle of tears and a family pizza night because I was too exhausted to cook.
My transformation began with a single, radical idea: centering myself. Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Centering? Lady, I barely have time to brush my teeth, let alone find my center.” But trust me, this isn’t about chanting mantras in a Himalayan cave. It’s about creating a Sunday routine that sets you up for a week of world domination (or, at least, surviving until Friday).
The Sunday Ritual: Pancakes, Planning, and (Almost) No Screaming
Phase One: The Pancake Pilgrimage (7:00 – 8:00 AM):
This is where the magic happens. I rise before my brood of five does(a miracle in itself), and begin the sacred pancake ritual. Fluffy, golden pancakes, crispy bacon, sizzling sausage, and perfectly scrambled eggs. The kids actually stay seated at the table longer than three minutes. This isn’t just about feeding them; it’s about creating a moment of connection before the sports and dance recital craziness starts. Plus, a full belly means I don’t have to start the never ending snack routine quite so early.
Phase Two: The Great Sunday Cleanse (8:00- 12:00 PM):
Okay, I know this sounds like torture. But hear me out. We tackle the house together. Yes, the kids “help.” Which mostly involves scattering toys and creating new messes. But I’ve gamified it! Cleaning becomes a race against the clock, a dance-off with the vacuum cleaner, a scavenger hunt for lost socks. It’s chaotic, but it’s also…dare I say…fun? And by noon, the house is (relatively) clean, which is a huge weight off my shoulders.
Phase Three: Laundry Liberation (Concurrent with Phase Two):
Laundry. The Mount Everest of household chores. My strategy? Conquer it early. 5 kids, 2 parents and 50 loads of laundry doesn’t add up but it’s my reality. I’m simultaneously battling the overflowing laundry baskets. Sorting, washing, drying, folding (okay, sometimes just piling neatly). The goal is to start the week with a manageable amount of clean clothes. Because let’s face it, running out of underwear on Wednesday is a special kind of mompreneur hell.
Phase Four: The Sunday Strategy Session (12:00- 1:00 PM):
This is where the magic really happens. With a (hopefully) quiet house and a belly full of pancakes, I sit down with my planner and map out the week. Business goals, deadlines, client meetings, kid’s activities, appointments. I break down big projects into smaller, manageable tasks. I schedule time for work, for family, and, most importantly, for myself (even if it’s just two tennis matches a week so that someday I can move up a level!) This hour of planning is the secret weapon that keeps me from spiraling into a chaotic mess by Tuesday afternoon.
Phase Five: Sunday Funday (1:00 PM – onwards):
The hard work is done! Time for fun! A family outing, a board game, a movie night, whatever brings us joy and connection. That’s actually a dream. What usually happens is trying for two people to make 10 games in eight hours between them. Give that math calculation a go in your own head. But usually by 6pm we are done and can take a few minutes to relax and recharge before the Monday morning madness descends.
Why This Works (and Why It’s Hilarious)
Okay, so why is this pancake-fueled, cleaning-induced, planning-obsessed Sunday routine so effective? Because it sets the tone for the week. It starts with nourishment and connection, transitions into accomplishment and order, and culminates in relaxation and joy. It’s a microcosm of what I want my entire week to be. And let’s be honest, the absurdity of it all is pretty funny. I’m essentially a highly caffeinated, slightly frazzled ringmaster, orchestrating a chaotic circus of pancakes, laundry, and tiny humans. But they are my monkeys and its my circus. So I am in charge.
The other days of the week still have their challenges. There are still tantrums, meltdowns, and moments when I want to hide in the pantry with a box of super old Girl Scout cookies. But that Sunday routine, that commitment to centering myself, gives me the foundation I need to handle it all. It reminds me that I’m not just a mom, not just a business owner, but a whole, complex, slightly crazy human being who deserves to start the week with pancakes and a plan.
So, fellow mompreneurs, I urge you: find your Sunday sanity. Whether it’s pancakes and planning, yoga and journaling, or simply hiding in the bathroom with a good book, carve out that time for yourself. Because centered is powerful, you feel like you can conquer the world and scale your business at the same time.
