Gray Linen Planner by Michael Hyatt

With two kids under five, my days are a whirlwind of school runs, playdates, and endless laundry. I needed a planner that could keep up with me, so when I stumbled upon the Full Focus Gray Linen Planner by Michael Hyatt, it seemed like just the ticket.

After three weeks with this planner, I've got to say, it's been a game-changer. It's not perfect, but it's as close as I've found to a parenting lifesaver. Let me tell you why.

First off, the design-your-day feature is brilliant. As soon as I wake up, I can glance at my planner and know exactly what needs doing. No more rushing around like a headless chicken! Each day is laid out so clearly, with spaces for tasks, appointments, meals, even notes to myself. It's like having a personal assistant on paper.

Another thing I love is the goal-setting section. As parents, we often put our own aspirations on hold, but this planner encourages you to dream big and break those dreams down into manageable steps. I've finally started working on that novel I've been talking about for years!

Now, one minor drawback - the paper quality isn't as heavy-duty as I'd like. With two kids' crayons and markers running amok, it's gotten a bit dog-eared sooner than I'd hoped. But hey, that's a small price to pay for how well it's been