🎒 Back to School Tips (and Why Onesies Might Be Your Secret Weapon This Year)

The back-to-school season always comes with a mix of excitement and nerves—for both kids and parents. New teachers, new friends, fresh school supplies, and a structured routine can bring a sense of stability after the long, free-flowing days of summer.

So, fresh notebooks, sharpened pencils, new routines, and... onesies at the ready!

Whether you're heading back to school yourself, sending your kids off, or just love a good reason to reset and refresh, we’ve gathered a few smart tips to help you kick off the school year with style, confidence, and maybe even a cosy twist.

Here’s how to prep for success—and how the humble onesie just might become your new favourite back-to-school essential.

🗓️1. Get Your Routine in Gear Early

Start easing into the new routine early with some gentle structure, adjusting bedtime and wake-up times a week or two before school starts. A consistent routine helps your brain and body adjust, so those early alarms don't feel like a total shock.

Pro tip: Create a "wind-down" ritual that includes reading, journaling, or slipping into your favourite onesie to signal to your brain it’s time to chill. Comfy = calm.

📚 2. Set Up a Study Station

Whether it's a corner desk, the kitchen table, or a cosy nook, having a dedicated space for homework and study helps build focus and motivation. Keep it stocked with supplies, good lighting, and minimal distractions.

Want to make it extra fun? Throw in a novelty onesie (hello, productivity panda 🐼). Who says study sessions can't come with a side of style?

🥪 3. Prep Meals and Snacks in Advance

Save time and brainpower during the week by prepping easy lunches and snacks. Think bento boxes, pre-cut fruits, and grab-and-go trail mixes. Having favourite healthy snacks at the ready is a game changer for moods.

Bonus tip: Let your kids (or yourself!) pack lunch the night before—in pyjamas or even better, in a matching family onesie. Because who doesn’t love a little meal-prep dance party?

🍂 4. Seasonal Versatility

With fall and winter just around the corner, onesies double as a cosy layer during chilly mornings. Many come with hoods, zip closures, or even fun character designs, which can make getting ready for school or getting home feel more exciting.

Onesies are also great to have on hand for after school clubs and swimming lessons as they are much easier to take off and pull on.

😴5. Great for After-School Downtime

Back-to-school can be stressful — new teachers, friends, and expectations. When the school day is over, kids want comfort. A onesie doubles as the perfect after-school outfit for homework, snacks, or just lounging around before dinner. Parents don’t have to worry about kids changing into multiple sets of clothes — it’s a built-in transition piece.

Consider a weekly “Cosy Night In” where screens are off, snacks are out, and everyone wears their cosiest onesie for movies, reading, or just doing nothing. Trust us, it’ll be everyone’s favourite night.