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Book SynopsisCalling all new parents! Discover how to prepare for this new stage of life with this approachable (and realistic) guide from organising expert Ria Safford of RiOrganize. When your personal space sets the tone for how you start your day, the last thing you want to wake up to is a messy home. But between potty training, breastfeeding, and full-time jobs, who has the time to constantly clean up clutter? With Ria Safford's tried-and-true organising techniques, How to Be an Organized Parent will guide you through: * Organising for the home you have, not the home you want * Restructuring your spaces to be both beautiful and functional for your family's daily routines * Prepping your spaces for all seasons of early parenthood-from expecting your first child to sending the last one off to kindergarten * Using clever tricks to keep your kids happy and make your life as easy as possible. If you can relate to Ria's favourite catchphrase and often feel like your house is "crazy town bananaland," let this book be your go-to guide for creating a home that's beautiful, functional, and organised.
Trade Review"Ría is one of a kind—she is like our organizing fairy godmother. She has helped us move homes, organized our lives, and afforded us the ability to tackle parenting with the absolute best systems in place throughout our home. She just gets it—she speaks “parent!” This book is a must—her straightforward, funny, and energetic approach to this book truly make it a must-have for any new or expecting parent."
—Jesse Tyler Ferguson & Justin Mikita"This book is a must for all new parents. Ría gets the craziness of managing a home with young kids and has set up routine ready spaces in our home while making the process fun!"
—Ciara"As a mom of three, I know how overwhelming it can be to keep up with the demands of a growing family. That's why I’m so thrilled that Ría wrote this book. It’s packed with actionable advice and proven strategies for bringing order to your home and your life."
—Stacy Keibler“When I was pregnant with both of my girls, I went through a nesting phase where I wanted to get organized and prepared, but wasn’t sure what to prioritize for a newborn. That’s why I love that Ria is tackling this subject in her book and think it will be so helpful for new parents.”
—Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt, New York Times bestselling author and host of BDA Baby"Exceptionally well written, organized, and presented, this book is essential, invaluable, practical, and informative for expecting parents and even experienced parents with a new addition to their other children—making it especially and unreservedly recommended for personal and community library parenting collections."
—Midwest Book Review
