96. Back-to-School, Not Back to Chaos: 5 Sanity-Saving Systems for Fall

August doesn’t mess around—and if your house is feeling the pressure of new routines, school supplies, and suddenly remembering how to pack a lunch again, this episode is for you.

In this week’s episode of Weight Loss Made Simple, Dr. Stacy shares five realistic, brain-friendly systems to help your whole family transition into fall with more calm, fewer meltdowns, and actual food on the dinner table. Whether you’re a parent or just someone craving a fresh start, these back-to-school habits will help you reset your routines and reduce stress in the process.

You’ll learn:

🎵 How to create dopamine-friendly mornings (without screens!)

🌮 Why theme nights make dinner planning ridiculously easier

🧠 How to sneak in healthy habits using "cue stacking"

🌙 The secret to evening wind-down routines that reduce nighttime snacking

📅 How to run a 10-minute Sunday Family Reset that actually works

✨ This episode is packed with practical tips, family-tested systems, and a dose of MD-bestie wisdom to help you take advantage of this natural “New Year” moment.

Whether you're managing drop-offs or just craving more structure in your day, this episode will help you reset your habits—without adding more overwhelm.

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