Your energy is derived in part from the heart and soul of your marriage. In other words, the love, attention and appreciation you give one another is what helps you through the day. And while children are younger, you and your husband can create this time after their bedtime. Use it to catch up on your day and consider a family business meeting once a week to brainstorm planning strategies for the family schedule as things are constantly changing. Develop a strategy for handling daily chores in a routine manner with children pitching in to help.
Delegation can make running a family smoother and more enjoyable.
The key here is consistency and establishing a routine. Children do flourish in a stable, structured environment, which is also balanced with family fun and predictable activities that serve to bond families together. If kids are rewarded with enjoyable family time together, chores can represent a sense of belonging. Self confidence develops for the child when routine duties are balanced with predictable family outings, whether it be Friday night pizza at the local family bistro or Sunday afternoon walks to the park. Create ways to balance spontaneity with consistency and order.