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How to Prepare for the School Summer Holidays (Without Losing Yourself)
Send us Fan MailThe summer holidays are coming — and whether you're excited or already exhausted at the thought, this episode is for you. Charlie shares how she actually prepares for six weeks at home with five kids: the practical stuff (loose planning, meal prep, night-before routines) and the mental stuff (checking in with yourself, protecting your energy, and remembering you're a person too). In this episode:* Why there's no "right" way to feel about summer* The power of loose weekly themes (not rigid schedules)* How night-before prep saves your sanity* Balancing big days with recovery…
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