Super Stay-at-Home Mum: Five Tips for Success

How to be a super stay-at-home ‘working’ mum

Today on Saffron and Cyrus, we feature top tips from Claire Adams on navigating the juggle of career and family while staying sane. Ordinary people who achieve extraordinary things have always inspired us. They give us confidence, push our limits, and show that even the unlikely is possible. Among these everyday heroes are the “mompreneurs” – women who run thriving careers while keeping their households humming. It sounds almost mythical, yet we all know a few examples who make it look effortless. How do they do it? Let’s take a closer look.

Scheduling

The backbone of any functioning system is organisation. Supermoms don’t leave anything to chance. Every day, every activity has its place. Without a plan, it’s far too easy to drift or procrastinate. Writing things down transforms vague intentions into concrete goals. Even if you misjudge timings at first, each mistake is a lesson. Over time, you learn to schedule like a pro, one who has honed their system through experience.

“Writing things down transforms vague intentions into concrete goals.”

Outsourcing

Some people pride themselves on doing it all solo. Others simply don’t have the hours. Asking for help is often loaded with guilt, but it shouldn’t be. Anyone balancing work and family will inevitably need support. Whether it’s childcare, cleaning, or occasional errands, delegating isn’t cheating, it’s sensible. Supermoms know when to ask and when to offer help in return. It’s a two-way street that keeps everyone sane.

“Delegating isn’t cheating—it’s sensible.”

Thinking ahead

For many mothers, nothing is more pressing than their children’s education. Career, security, and quality of life hinge on it. Successful moms plan early, setting up savings or college funds well in advance. Tuition costs are steep, and additional preparation, such as tutoring for competitive universities is a reality. Thinking ahead ensures your child has options and avoids scrambling when opportunities arise.

“Thinking ahead ensures your child has options and avoids last-minute stress.”

Venting

Even the most organised mum needs an outlet. The daily intensity of managing work and home demands regular decompression. This could be a coffee with friends, a gym session, a sauna, or meditation. Outdoor activities often feel restorative, but the right release is personal. The key is consistency, finding what relaxes you and making time for it.

“Finding something that relaxes you, and sticking to it is essential.”

Self-confidence

There is no room for self-doubt when life moves at this pace. Confidence isn’t optional; it’s survival. Positive results stem from a productive, optimistic mindset. Supermoms believe in their ability to succeed, and that belief carries them through the chaos.

“Confidence isn’t optional; it’s survival.”

Being a supermum is demanding, and anyone who achieves it deserves admiration. There is no single formula. The trick is finding what works for you, committing to it, and staying flexible. With focus and effort, it’s possible to balance family, career, and self without losing yourself in the process.