I get it. Those frantic minutes rushing out the door or the never-ending negotiations before bedtime can make you feel like you're running a three-ring circus. Parents often struggle with the same two chaotic times every day: the morning sprint and the evening wind-down. But here’s the good news: the secret to transforming these periods from stress zones into islands of calm isn't nagging—it's structure. Specifically, using simple lists, schedules, and time blocks.