INSIDE: Your Ultimate Back-to-School Guide

🫶 Hello from Our Chief Mom Officer

A couple weeks ago, I felt totally overwhelmed thinking about school starting: early mornings, homework, after-school activities. Besides the kids’ stuff, I have to fit in my job, housework, healthy eating, workouts, and the list goes on.

I asked myself, “What’s one thing I can realistically take off my plate?” Answer: meal planning and food shopping. So I signed up for a company that handles meal planning, grocery shopping, and delivery for me.

I got my first delivery last week and so far, I really like it. I’m holding off on sharing which one until I’m sure I fully stand behind it, but I’ll keep you posted and see if I can get a Hello Mamas discount.

In the meantime, check out our back-to-school newsletter packed with shopping lists, music playlists, and helpful tips. Sending everyone positive vibes this back-to-school season. Allow yourself to feel all the emotions. We got this.

XO, Randee

P.S. Shoutout to all the educators and every single person who keeps schools running. Thank you!

🎒 Amazon Shopping List

We’ve rounded up our go-to back-to-school essentials, from backpacks and lunch gear to books about first day jitters, school supplies, and smart watches. Find top picks for kids of all ages and grades.

Shop smarter, not harder. We’ve done the digging so you don’t have to.

🎤 Spotify Playlist for Mom

We made you the ultimate back-to-school pump-up playlist because well, you deserve it. So grab that hand mic and show the carpool lane why [insert your child’s name]’s “mom’s got it going on” (see what we did there?).

(Some tracks contain colorful language in case tiny ears are listening.)

🌟 Kids’ Goal Planning

Back-to-school is a great time to connect with your kids about what matters most to them this year. Bright Littles’ Goal Planning Sheet helps turn first-day jitters into a plan focused on kindness, confidence, and inclusion

Perfect for kids 4+. Free to download.

💡 The Hack Every Mom Needs

Back-to-school season means lots of messes: from snack prep to arts and crafts to mealtime and beyond.

Our lifesaver? The Table Tyke XL. It’s a mat that catches spills before they reach the table, cleans up in seconds, stays put, is loved by kids of all ages, and made from BPA-free, food-grade silicone. 🙌🏻

Check out our latest blog post to learn more. If you want to try it yourself, use code HELLOMAMA20 for 20% off your order.

Less cleaning means more time for what really matters: connecting with your kids.

🤓 Top Blog Picks

Our blog is packed with real talk, tips, and advice for every stage of motherhood. These are our top picks to help you (and your kiddos) ease into the back-to-school season with confidence, calm, and a lot of excitement.

• A Softer Start to the School Year // Back-to-school is a shift for moms, too, and this reminds us imperfection can actually lead to perfection.

• Spark Conversations that Prepare Your Child for School and Beyond // How to talk about technology use, body consent, bullying, and more to help your child build confidence and resilience.

• Skincare Tips for Tweens and Teens // Help your kids manage stress, boost confidence, and keep skin healthy inside and out.

• 7 Simple Swaps for Greener School Days // Want to live more sustainably? Try these 7 essentials for kids and the grownups who love them.

• Make the Preschool Transition Smoother (for You and Your Child) // 5 tips to make preschool feel less overwhelming for both of you.

• 5 Time-Saving Tips for Getting Kids Out the Door // Go-to hacks to make drop-offs easier and less stressful.

🛍️ PLUS: New Brands in the Hello Mamas Shop

We added new favorites to the Hello Mamas Shop, products we’ve vetted, love, and use in our own homes. Mom-approved, community-loved, and now with exclusive coupons just for our Hello Mamas community.

• Bright Littles: Daily conversation starters straight to your phone. Use code HelloMamasCCM for 1 month free. 

• Motif: Breast pumps for busy moms on the go. Use code HELLOMAMAS for 10% off.

• Ocean Olive: Natural care for eczema-prone skin. Use code HELLOMAMAS for 15% off.

• Pinhole Press: Customized photo gifts for babies, toddlers, and beyond. Use code HELLOMAMAS for 20% off.

• Table Tyke: Non-slip mat that keeps table and counter messes at bay. Use code HELLOMAMA20 for 20% off.