If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work from home while raising three little ones, spoiler alert—it’s busy, messy, and requires a whole lot of coffee! As a work-from-home mom of three kids under four, my work from home schedule includes a mix of running a business, homeschooling, toddler wrangling, and keeping our home (somewhat) functional.
I’ve learned it isn’t about strict time blocks—it’s about creating rhythms that work for my family. Some days are smooth, others are pure survival mode, but having a solid routine (with flexibility) makes all the difference.
Here’s a peek inside a typical work from home schedule—balancing work, motherhood, and everything in between:
Morning Routine (4 AM – 8 AM): Early Wake-Up & Focused Work
Most mornings start before the sun, usually around 4 or 5 AM. Waking up early gives me a head start on work before my kids wake up. I pour a cup of coffee, cozy up in my office space (aka the kitchen table or the couch), and dive into my first work session of the day.
By 6:30 or 7 AM, my little crew starts waking up. I grab some snuggles, change diapers, and get breakfast going—usually something simple like eggs, toast, or yogurt with fruit. After we eat, I unload the dishwasher, start a load of laundry, and do a quick tidy-up of the kitchen.
Mid-Morning (8 AM – 12 PM): Homeschool, Playtime & Second Work Block
Once breakfast is over, we transition into our loose homeschool time. My oldest, Paislee (4), is currently working through The Good and the Beautiful Preschool Curriculum. Meanwhile, Jed (2) and Theo (1) play nearby with cars, blocks, puzzles, or sensory bins.
Around 9 AM, Theo goes down for his morning nap, which gives me another focused work session. While the big kids do independent play (or, let’s be real, run wild for a bit), I knock out emails, write a blog post, or schedule client Pinterest content.
By 10AM, Theo is up, and we do snack time and a little house reset—tidying toys, switching the laundry, and if it’s nice, going to play outside. Otherwise we just hang out inside and read some books, jump around on the Nugget, or if we’re feeling brave going to the library.
Afternoon (12 PM – 4 PM): Lunch, Quiet Time & Outdoor Play
Lunch is around 12 PM, usually something simple like sandwiches and fruit for the kiddos, and I will also eat a sandwich or some leftovers. After lunch, we clean up and get ready for quiet time.
From 1-2/2:30 PM, Theo takes his second nap, and the older two have rest time—reading books, doing a quiet activity, or (on harder days) watching a show. During this time, I sneak in another work block—usually client projects, finishing blog content, or responding to emails.
After that, it’s time to get outside. Whether it’s playing in the backyard, going on a walk, or letting the kids dig in the garden, fresh air is a must. If the weather is on the rough side, this is when we’ll grab some snacks and cozy up on the couch for a movie together
At 4 PM, we transition back inside for a quick house reset—vacuuming, laundry folding, and prepping for dinner.
Evening Routine (4 PM – 7 PM): Dinner, Family Time & Bedtime
From 5-6 PM, I’m cooking dinner while the kids hang out with my husband if he’s home, or they play at my feet while I dodge flying toys and meltdowns. Dinner is usually something homemade (I love making meals from scratch), but some nights, we opt for an easy throw-together meal.
After dinner, we do bath time, books, and snuggles. Around 6:30 PM, Theo goes down first, followed by Jed and Paislee at 7 PM.
Late Evening (7 PM – 9 PM): Work, Relaxation & Resetting for Tomorrow
Once the house is quiet, I usually finish up work if I need to, check on blog traffic, or plan content for the next day. If I don’t need to work, I’ll read, watch a show, or just enjoy the silence.
I’m almost always passed out by 8:30/9 PM to do it all over again tomorrow.
How Many Hours Do I Actually Work as a WFH Mom?
Running a business while raising three little ones means I work in small, focused time blocks throughout the day. My average work hours per day look like this:
4-6 AM – Morning deep work session (2 hours)
10-11 AM – Mid-morning work session (1 hour)
1-2 PM – Nap time work session (1 hour)
That’s about 4 hours per day, or 20 hours per week—which is perfect. The Majority of my time is spent doing client work, and then the rest of the time is spent on things like writing blog posts, emails, and other marketing.
How Pinterest Allows Me to Be a Life-First Business Owner
One of the biggest reasons I can run my business in just 20 hours per week is because of Pinterest marketing.
Instead of spending hours on social media trying to get engagement, Pinterest drives traffic to my blog and offers on autopilot. With Pinterest SEO and strategy, my content is discoverable for months (even years)—so I’m not stuck creating daily posts just to stay relevant.
Because of Pinterest, I can:
- Grow my blog without relying on Instagram or Facebook
- Create a marketing strategy that runs in the background while I live my life
- Make passive income through my blog, digital products, and affiliate marketing
This is why I love teaching other women how to use Pinterest for their businesses—it’s truly the best platform for a life-first marketing strategy. Ready to learn how you can use Pinterest for your business for yourself as an online business owner? Then be sure to check out my DIY course: The Peaceful Pinner’s Academy.
Or, take Pinterest off your plate completely and let me and my team handle it for you!
Final Thoughts: Finding Balance With My Work From Home Schedule
Every day looks a little different, but having a work from home schedule that prioritizes both work and motherhood makes all the difference. Working from home with three little ones is a constant juggling act, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.
The biggest game-changer for me has been using Pinterest as my main marketing platform, so I can grow my business while spending less time online.
If you’re a work-from-home mom, I’d love to hear—what does your daily routine look like? Drop a comment below and let’s swap survival tips!
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