Mom’s Must Haves (The Things Keeping Me Alive)

Now, let’s get one thing straight: my “must haves” won’t be found on a shiny Pinterest board. There’s no beige aesthetic or matching wicker baskets happening here. My must haves are the things that actually keep me upright, caffeinated, and surviving the daily circus that is Five Kids One Mom.

They might not be to everyone’s taste, but trust me — without them, I’d be in a corner crying into a cold cup of tea.

☆ Coffee

!f you know me, you know this: coffee isn’t just a drink, it’s survival. Without it, mornings in this house would end with me crying in a laundry basket while the kids eat crisps for breakfast.

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Kids Must Haves (Things That Stop Me Losing My Mind)

Let’s be honest — kids don’t actually “need” half the stuff they beg for. What they do need are the things that keep them clothed, fed, entertained, and out of my hair long enough for me to think about what's for dinner. These are the real Kids Must Haves in our house.

☆ School essentials

Back-to-school season hits hard. One minute you’re trying to survive the summer holidays, the next you’re knee-deep in labels, packed lunches, and the realisation that your kid’s shoes have magically shrunk two sizes overnight.

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