This week’s time-saving tip for new moms is from professional organizer Kay Gallegos…

“Create a grocery list on your computer of all the things you normally buy.  The items should be grouped by category and arranged in the same order as the aisles in your grocery store.  Keep several copies of the list in a binder, along with your recipes, list of favorite meals, a highlighter and a pen. 

Once a week, sit down with your binder and plan your meals for the following week.  Highlight the items you need and write down any “special” items that aren’t listed.  On the back, you can also list the planned meals (so you can remember what you’re going to make).  

When you go to the grocery store you can quickly find what you need and cross the items off as you get them.  This will cut down the amount of time you spend planning meals and at the grocery store.  It will also cut down the amount of money you spend on groceries.

Kay Gallegos is the franchise owner of Clutter Busters in Orlando, Florida. www.clutterbusters.com.