Studying as a Mom? Here’s How to Beat Procrastination for Good

Ahh, February. The month where all those New Year’s resolutions start to… fade.

If you’re a mom who’s also studying, procrastination isn’t just an occasional struggle, it’s practically a lifestyle. One minute you’re about to start reading that chapter, and the next, you’re reorganizing the pantry (guilty), deep-cleaning the playroom, or somehow four hours deep into TikTok watching strangers restock their fridges…

But hey, we’re in this together. And because we don’t have time to waste, let’s talk about how to outsmart procrastination – mom style.

1. Stop Waiting for the “Perfect Time”

We have this magical ability to convince ourselves that we’ll study later… when the house is clean, the kids are quiet, and the stars align just right. Spoiler: That moment is never coming.

💡 Reality Check: You don’t need two uninterrupted hours of peaceful study time. You need 20 messy, chaotic, get-it-done minutes whenever you can grab them.

Instead of waiting for the perfect study moment, create a “study anywhere” mindset. Library? Great. Kid’s gymnastics class? Perfect. Sitting in your car because you refuse to go inside until you finish one chapter? We’ve all been there.

2. The 10-Minute Trick: Just Start

Ever notice how starting is always the hardest part? It’s like trying to get your toddler into their car seat, there’s a lot of resistance, but once they’re in, you’re good to go.

💡 Try This: Tell yourself you’ll study for just 10 minutes. Set a timer. That’s it. No pressure. No commitment. Chances are, once you start, you’ll keep going. And if not? Well, at least you got 10 minutes in – more than nothing!

3. Use the Habits You Already Have

If you have a hard time finding the motivation or time to start studying – use habit stacking. Link studying to something you already do every day.

Example:

• Study for 15 minutes while your coffee brews.
• Read one page before opening Instagram.
• Take notes while waiting for your kid at soccer practice.

Basically, turn studying into something that just happens like scrolling TikTok, but, you know, productive.

4. Make Studying Less Boring

Let’s be real…sometimes, studying just sucks. And when you’re exhausted from mom life, the last thing you want to do is read a dry textbook. So… don’t. Make it fun.

5. Reward Yourself (Because You Deserve It!)

We’re quick to celebrate our kids’ small wins (You peed in the potty! Yay!) but forget to celebrate our own. Well, not today.

💡 Try This:
✔ Finished a tough assignment? Treat yourself to your favorite coffee.
✔ Studied for an hour without getting distracted? Watch an episode of your guilty pleasure show.
✔ Did literally anything productive? Gold star, mama. You earned it.

Printable of the Week

Grab this week’s free printable – it’s a simple, mom-friendly printable with practical tips to overcome procrastination. Download it, stick it on your desk, and let’s tackle those study goals!

Final Thoughts

Listen, procrastination happens to the best of us. But you’re not just a mom. You’re a studying mom. That makes you a superhero in my book.

So, take it one step at a time. Give yourself grace. And remember, Netflix isn’t going anywhere, but your dreams? They’re worth the effort. 💛

Ikimemo,
Your fellow study mom