This episode was inspired by a sweet comment left by listener Janelle Marina (thank you, Janelle!). She asked if I could share my school day routines—morning, evening, and work routines—and how I manage to get it all done as a work-from-home mom without losing my mind or dropping all the spinning plates.

Yes, girl! I’ve got you.

So today, I’m walking through my current rhythm—what my real week looks like now with older kids (mine are 20, 18, and 16), how things shift depending on the season, and how I intentionally design my week to hold space for both family and business.

Let’s dive in.

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Sunday: Rest, Recharge, and Reset

Sunday is sacred in my week. It’s my full reset day—there’s no Leah Remillet business happening. I go to church, prep for my seminary class (a volunteer religious class for high schoolers), maybe do some light meal prep, and enjoy a slow walk or a big family dinner.

This day sets the tone. I slow down, connect with my family and my faith, and get my mind ready for the week ahead. It’s my way of starting strong by starting soft.

Monday: “Ugly Monday” – My Get It Done Day

I’ve affectionately called Monday “Ugly Monday” for years—it’s the day I don’t get dressed up, don’t put on makeup, and don’t leave the house. It’s strictly for getting it done.

On Mondays, I:

• Do laundry (just for me and my husband—my kids do their own!)
• Knock out work projects like branding, websites, or client strategy
• Batch content or work on business development (working on my biz, not just in it)
• Focus on home reset if the house is looking chaotic

This week, for example, I worked all day on a full brand and website build for a client with the cutest Highlander mini cows (seriously adorable). I wrapped up by 4:30, made dinner (steak bowls—so good!), and had relaxed family time in the evening.

Tuesday–Friday: Anchored by Early Morning Seminary & Intentional Structure

These four days start early for me. I teach seminary from 6:20 to 7:20 AM, which means I’m usually up between 4:15–5:30 AM.

Here’s what the routine looks like:

1. Wake up early. If I want to get a workout in before seminary, I’m up at 4:15.
2. Teach seminary. It’s early, but I absolutely love this part of my life.
3. Habit stack. As soon as I get home, I change into workout clothes (laid out the night before), drink my lemon energy drink, and go straight to my workout.
4. Shower and get ready. Then it’s time to dress, fuel up, and start my work day.
5. Work begins around 9:30–10 AM. I do not book any meetings before 10 AM so I have a calm start with time to focus and check off the first items on my list.

For example, this Tuesday I had coaching calls from 10–12 and then a podcast interview from 12–1. Because of the built-in structure earlier in the day, I felt calm and focused going into those calls.

Building My Work Hours Around School Hours

One of the most important rhythms I’ve tried to stick with (especially when my kids were in elementary school) is working only while they’re at school. I loved the idea that even though I worked, it didn’t feel like I did to my kids.

Of course, that changes as they get older. Homeschool, co-ops, running start programs, and teenage independence all bring shifts. But even now with just one left at home, I try to wrap up work by the time he’s done with track or activities—and I aim to have dinner ready when he walks in the door. He’s a hungry teenage boy, and this helps keep him from snacking on junk!

My Non-Negotiables That Keep Me Grounded

Here are a few of the systems and habits that keep me sane:

• Habit stacking. (Example: changing into workout clothes immediately after seminary)
• Prepping the night before. Laying out workout clothes, having my energy drink ready, knowing what workout I’m doing.
• Time-blocking. I don’t schedule calls before 10 AM so I have my mornings protected.
• Flexible structure. I allow fluidity to my routines as seasons shift, but I always circle back to my core rhythm.
  

Your routine is going to look different than mine. It should! My rhythm today looks nothing like it did when I had toddlers—or even when I was homeschooling three kids. But the principles stay the same: choose what matters most, protect your time, and build rhythms that support your values.

If you’re a mom wanting to work from home but wondering how to fit it all in—I promise it’s possible. You might not get it perfect right away (who does?), but with some experimenting and intentionality, you can absolutely build a rhythm that feels both productive and peaceful.

And hey, if you ever need a cheerleader or a little strategy boost, I’m right here. 💛

You’ve got this.

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