We’ve all been there: the night before a family vacation, surrounded by a mountain of tiny clothes, wondering how on earth it’s all going to fit into a carry-on. But what if you could pack for two kids for a 5-day trip in under five minutes? It sounds like a pipe dream, but with a few strategic hacks, you can trade the packing stress for an extra glass of wine before your flight. Here is the foolproof system to master the art of the "quick pack." All of our favorites are linked on Amazon ....

Every Sunday, I plan dinners for the week to cover about 5–6 nights. I take one request from each family member and build my grocery list from there. It keeps us organized, saves money, and removes the nightly “what’s for dinner?” chaos now that real life is back in full swing.

Every Sunday, I plan dinners for the week to cover about 5–6 nights. I take one request from each family member and build my grocery list from there. It keeps us organized, saves money, and removes the nightly “what’s for dinner?” chaos now that real life is back in full swing.