Summer Survival for Working Parents When the Kids Are Home
It’s official—school’s out for summer, and suddenly your peaceful morning coffee has been replaced by snack negotiations, bored stares, and cries of “Can I have the iPad?” on repeat. 🎵☕😅
If you’re a working parent trying to keep your little bees happy while juggling meetings and responsibilities, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of options. Let’s talk real strategies (and a little humor) to help you survive and thrive this summer.
🐝 1. Create a Loose (but Lifesaving) Routine
Kids love freedom—until they don’t.
A predictable daily rhythm helps them feel secure and gives you windows of peace to get stuff done.
Try a simple daily flow like:
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Morning: Breakfast + outdoor time or walk ☀️🚶
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Midday: Screen time or independent play while you work 💻
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Afternoon: A themed activity (craft, science, reading, baking) 🎨📚
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Evening: Family time, park visit, or dance party 💃
Bonus: Hang a whiteboard schedule where everyone can see it, and let the kids help plan the week.
🐝 2. DIY Summer Camp (At Home!)
You don’t need to send them off to keep them engaged!
The Buzzy B has created a full 8-week DIY Summer Camp, complete with weekly themes, books, movies, crafts, and places to go. 🏕️💛
Coming up:
🦖 Dino Week
🎨 Arts Explosion
🧪 STEM-tastic Science
🌎 Around the World
It’s budget-friendly, easy to follow, and gives your kids exciting things to look forward to—all while giving you breathing room.
🐝 3. Tap Into Local Events & Resources
There’s SO much happening locally if you know where to look:
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Movie nights in the park 🎬
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Free library programs 📚
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Farmers markets 🥕
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Day camps, open gyms, splash pads, and playground meetups
👉 Check out The Buzzy B’s calendar—we’ve got dozens of FREE events every week in El Paso & Teller Counties!
🐝 4. Call in the Reinforcements (and Don’t Feel Guilty)
Whether it’s Grandma, a neighbor teen, or a friend swap system—don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Hire a “Mother’s Helper” to come entertain the kids while you work or organize a rotating playdate calendar with trusted friends.
Remember: Delegating isn’t weakness—it’s survival. 💪
🐝 5. Work-Friendly Activities to Keep Them Busy
Try these “quiet-ish” options when you need to focus:
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Audiobooks or podcasts for kids 🎧
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LEGO challenges or puzzle races 🧩
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Buzzy’s Craft Kits (prepped in advance!) ✂️
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Indoor scavenger hunts 🕵️
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“Pretend Office” setups—let them “work” next to you with toy laptops & clipboards 💼
🐝 6. Give Yourself (and Your Kids) Grace
Some days will go great. Others will end with cereal for dinner, too much screen time, and a mess you don’t even remember happening.
That’s okay.
You’re doing your best. And that is more than enough. 💛
🎉 Bonus Buzz: The Buzzy B Turns ONE in July!
Can you bee-lieve it?! 🐝🎂 We’re throwing a HUGE birthday bash and you’re invited—stay tuned for details!
Until then, keep buzzing forward—you’ve got this!
And we’ll be right here to help, with guides, hacks, events, and a whole lot of community love.
📲 Stay connected:
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