My Mom Life BUJO: How I Balance Kids, Chores, and Me-Time (Without Losing My Mind)

If you’re a mom, you know the chaos: morning rushes with breakfast, school lunches, and a toddler avoiding clothes; afternoons filled with pickups, homework, and endless chores; evenings spent cooking, cleaning, and grabbing 10 minutes of me-time before crashing. Sound familiar?

That was my life—unorganized and draining. Apps got lost in notifications, fancy planners were too rigid or vague. Then I tried Bullet Journaling (BUJO), and it changed everything. Not the Instagram-perfect, doodle-filled kind—mine’s messy, practical, and built for mom chaos. And my Tiefossi A5 notebook became my lifeline.

Why BUJO Works for Busy Moms (And Why I Ditched Apps)

BUJO’s flexibility is its superpower. Unlike pre-printed planners, I customize every page to my day—critical when a sick kid or spilled juice derails plans. I can scribble, rearrange, and add notes without guilt.

My Tiefossi notebook is ideal: it’s designed to keep pages neat without constriction. The thick paper handles erasures (I erase a lot!) and resists bleed-through—even with my fountain pen. Compact enough for my diaper bag, I jot notes at soccer practice or naptime, keeping quick scribbles orderly.

My Mom Life BUJO Setup: Simple & Chaos-Proof

I keep it minimal—no frills, just essentials. Here’s my monthly, weekly, daily setup:

1. Monthly Spread: The Big Picture

I spend 15 minutes monthly on a simple calendar, noting school events, appointments, and family plans. I add a small chore checklist and 5-7 go-to dinners—no full meal plan, just enough to avoid “what’s for dinner?” panic.

Pro tip: Color-coding (blue for school, pink for family, green for me-time) takes 2 minutes and makes it instantly readable.

2. Weekly Spread: The Daily Grind

Sunday nights, I split a page into 7 columns (one per day) with:

- Morning routine: Quick notes like “pack soccer bag”.

- Afternoon/evening tasks: Homework, dinner, bedtime.

- Priority box: 1-2 non-negotiable tasks—no overwhelming myself.

A bottom section for last-minute notes (milk runs, kid requests) keeps me on track.

3. Daily Pages: Keeping It Real

My daily pages are messy—and that’s okay. Mornings, I write 3 things: a must-do task, a gratitude note, and a kid milestone. I check off tasks, cross out delays, and jot small moments I don’t want to forget.

Nightly, 2 minutes flipping through my Tiefossi notebook reminds me of little wins—proof my day wasn’t “wasted” if dishes are undone.

Me-Time: The Most Important Page

Burnout is real, so I reserve a section for me-time: reading, a 10-minute bath, or quiet coffee. I schedule it like an appointment—because it matters.

I use a pink pen and tiny stickers here; my Tiefossi notebook turns this small section into an intentional, special space.

Final Thoughts: Imperfection Is the Point

My BUJO is scribbled and erased—just like my life. My Tiefossi notebook holds all the messy, loving moments without judgment.

If you’re overwhelmed, try BUJO. All you need is a great notebook like Tiefossi and a pen—no art skills required. Let it be your safe space for mom life, one page at a time.

To all moms: You’re doing great. Every scribble in your notebook is a reminder of your love and effort.

Happy journaling, mamas ✨