In the last couple of years, many people have switched from working in a regular office to working from home. This has many advantages, but it can be challenging, especially for parents. You might feel overwhelmed from time to time, but with these essential tips, you will enjoy being one of the parents working from home. The first tip – have a schedule Organizing your time is crucial. Sit together with your family over the weekend, write down what things everyone needs and wants to do over the following week, and start organizing. If you have flexible hours, use this to your advantage to be present at work and for family activities. A schedule doesn't need to involve just school and work. You can have a meal plan for the next week to save time and not have to plan meals on the days off. You can prepare the outfits for your kids the night before instead of in the morning. Also, getting up a bit earlier goes a long way. You will have some time for yourself before beginning to work