How to Plan a Mom’s Night Out in Just 36 Easy Steps

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Hey, mamas! So, I got this email the other day that said, “Ladies, it’s time. Who’s ready for a girls’ night out?” I won’t lie; my first thought was, “How on earth are we going to pull this off?” But you know what? We’re moms! We juggle multiple tasks like pros, so this should be a breeze, right? Spoiler alert: it was way easier than I thought. Honestly, why don’t we do this more often? If the dads can enjoy their guys’ nights, we deserve our time out too! Here’s my step-by-step guide to making it happen.

1. Chat with your mom friends about planning a night out at least a month before the big day. Pick a time. Mom A suggests 7:30 p.m. for toddler dinners, but Mom B counters with 5 p.m. for bedtimes. After some back and forth, 5 p.m. wins—thanks to a pregnant Mom C!
2. Choose a trendy restaurant with zero options for kids. And guess what? They don’t open until 5:30 anyway, so we’re good!
3. Dig through your closet for a cute outfit that doesn’t scream “nursing mom.” Just settle for a nice, comfy top and pants that aren’t yoga wear.
4. Shoot out a reminder email two days before the event to confirm attendance. Mom D still hasn’t found a babysitter.
5. Forget about errands for your big night out, but make a mental note to schedule them all anyway.
6. Ensure your baby starts teething the night before, because nothing says “fun night out” like a sleep-deprived mom!
7. Drag yourself out of bed after a rough night’s sleep and realize it’s still dark outside. Seriously, why is the baby awake at 4 a.m.?
8. Spend a frustrating two hours trying to get your baby back to sleep, only to watch the rest of your family wake up like it’s any other day.
9. Make some coffee, then promptly forget about it.
10. Feed the kids breakfast and prep lunch for the older one.
11. Rush everyone out the door.
12. Errand one: grocery shopping. Maybe come up with a fancy dinner recipe to impress everyone while you’re out?
13. Errand two: a doctor’s appointment. Rookie mistake—everyone knows the wait time is horrendous when you’re in a hurry.
14. Back home, it’s time for the baby’s nap and feeding. Another 45 minutes gone!
15. Run around the house picking up toys and putting dishes away. Go get the baby, who’s now awake. Shortest nap ever!
16. Try to calm the crying baby. Teething is the best, right?
17. Forget it. Pizza is happening.
18. Wait, it’s already 4:30 p.m.? Time to wash your breast pump supplies before heading out to pick up your older one.
19. Back home, it’s 4:45 p.m. and you’re supposed to leave in 15 minutes. You haven’t even showered yet. No way am I skipping that!
20. Jump in the shower, ignoring the chaos around you. Your dear partner will handle it—hopefully.
21. Get dressed in your cute outfit, only to remember you haven’t pumped yet. Oops!
22. Pump breast milk while trying to look stylish. This is so much fun.
23. Pizza is ordered, you’re dressed, and makeup can happen in the car. Let’s roll! Girls’ night started 15 minutes ago, and it takes 25 minutes to get there. No biggie.
24. You’re on the way! You’re late, but who cares? You’re out of the house! Apply mascara at red lights and give a cheeky smile to the onlookers.
25. Arrive last but smiling. It’s so dim, though—nobody will see your hard work on your outfit or makeup. Ugh.
26. Chat with the girls over wine for an hour, then realize you need to order food. The menu looks fancy, so just go with random stuff that sounds good!
27. An hour goes by, and still no food. Mom D is stressing about getting home for bedtime. Moms E and F have a show to catch!
28. Food finally arrives! Time to eat quickly.
29. Ask for the bill. Whoa, it’s 8:30 already! Mom G bows out early, and Moms D and E take their leftovers.
30. You and Mom H exchange a glance, silently asking, “Should we call it a night?” A relieved nod confirms the decision, and off you go.
31. Drive home quickly, anxiously hoping everything’s okay. No texts from home—what’s happening?
32. Get home to find your teenager glued to the TV, your partner snoring, and the kids fast asleep.
33. Give the kiddos a quick kiss and snuggle, then roll your partner over to stop the snoring. They missed you, right?
34. Spend 20 minutes trying to scrub off your eye makeup.
35. Change into your comfy pajamas, which may or may not have baby spit-up on them.
36. Collapse into bed, exhausted but happy.

So, there you have it! A mom’s night out isn’t as complicated as it seems. It’s all about the effort to get out of the house and enjoy some time away. Plus, if you’re interested in pregnancy tips and home insemination, check out this excellent resource at Healthline. And for more on getting started with home insemination, you might want to visit Make a Mom.

Summary

Planning a mom’s night out can be done in just a few steps despite the chaos of motherhood. With a little coordination, some outfit planning, and a dash of humor, it’s totally achievable. So grab your friends and make it happen!