Why do our people need to eat 3 times a day?
Meal planning saves you frustration, fatigue, time, energy, and money, but why is it such a difficult thing for moms (in fact, it's right up there with laundry)!? It doesn't have to be! We're here to help!
For us, there are 5 steps to meal planning:
1. Budget-be prepared for some trial and error if you have never made a food budget. The good news is that "food" is generally one of the largest portions of a family's expenses-so there is great opportunity to save here if you really put your mind to it!
2. Inventory-check your pantry, freezer and refrigerator! Take photos or keep a list. . .this will keep you from overbuying certain items (like Cholula) or forgetting items (which will require yet another visit to the store).
3. Schedule-don't forget this step! Do you weekly planning, and don't make elaborate plans for busy days! Be kind to your future self and let those hectic days be easy! This will save you frustration and money!
4. Menu-keep a running list of the meals that your family enjoys! Use these strategically. Also, we give you permission to include a leftover/quick & easy night! In fact, if you are in a particularly busy season-make one meal a day into a leftover/quick & easy meal-no judgement here! Head over to https://www.deliberatedayjournal.com and put in your e-mail to gain access to the resource library where you will find a great FREE meal planner printable!
5. List, shop, & save. Keep a running list on your phone or your refrigerator door that you can easily add to all week! Consider which items are on sale this week and build meals around what's on sale and what you have on hand! If you need to keep it simple, at most, choose your two favorite stores and shop at those! (If you dread shopping-consider going with a friend-or a delivery or pick-up service!)
The people need to eat, so you may as well learn to simplify the process of feeding them. Right now, head over https://www.deliberatedayjournal.com and get your FREE meal planner!
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