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Daniella Gray

Struggle to get the kids out the door each morning? You're not alone – these expert-led tips might help everyone leave the house on time

Woman with two children on way to school, son and daughter leaving in the morning, ready in school uniform.

We’ve all been there – the chaotic morning routine where getting kids out of the house on time feels like an Olympic sport. 

Just when you’re about to herd your kids out the door in the morning, there’s always something that crops up to bring the whole ordeal to a standstill. One child might be complaining that their packed lunch isn’t what they wanted, while another could have an “I’m not going to school today!” outburst from nowhere. You’ll rarely hear ‘smooth sailing’ and ‘morning routine’ in one sentence, but worry not, parents, because there are some hacks to try that could help everyone to actually leave the house on time. 

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