Fall is here, and the holiday season is upon us. For me, this time of year can feel really busy and overwhelming. I’m still balancing my responsibilities as a mom and business owner, while also wanting to enjoy the holidays with my family and finish the year strong in my business.
Everyone talks about “spring cleaning” or doing a reset, but I believe a “fall reset” is just as important. It’s the perfect opportunity for mom entrepreneurs to refresh their homes and businesses before the holiday season and the new year.
Consider this as your checklist to help you feel in control in your home and business this season.
Fall Resets at Home:
Declutter High-Traffic Areas
Clear out entryways, mudrooms, and car interiors (where fall/winter gear starts piling up).
Rotate summer clothes to fall/winter clothes in closet.
Donate or store out-of-season clothes and toys.
Refresh Family Routines
Adjust bedtimes, morning routines, and school prep to match shorter days.
Re-visit the chore charts and make sure they are seasonally appropriate, and update as your kids have aged or in a new season.
Meal Prep Reset
Rotate in cozy, seasonal meals (soups, slow cooker recipes, sheet-pan dinners).
Stock up on healthy snacks to avoid drive-thru runs during busy days.
Deep Clean + Cozy Up
Fall clean sweep: windows, carpets, bedding, rugs, etc
Add cozy touches like blankets, candles, or warm lighting for that seasonal reset feel.
Holiday Prep Early
Start gift lists, family calendars, and budget planning now to reduce December overwhelm.
Block out key dates for family traditions before your business calendar fills up.
Fall Resets in Business:
Review & Reflect on Q3
What worked? What didn’t?
Set fresh priorities for Q4 so you finish the year strong.
Organize Your Systems
Clean up your digital files, inbox, and project management tools.
Refresh automations (email sequences, workflows) so they’re ready for holiday/spring pushes.
Content + Marketing Refresh
Plan seasonal content (fall/winter themes, holiday tie-ins, gratitude posts).
Update headshots, bios, and website copy with a fresh look.
Financial Check-In
Review expenses, profit margins, and tax prep for year-end.
Adjust budgets before the holiday spending season.
Energy + Boundary Reset
Revisit your work hours and availability (especially with holiday chaos coming).
Set clear boundaries so you don’t burn out when life gets busier.
A fall reset is about creating space, clarity, and cozy structure so you feel in control at home and ready to end the year strong in business.
Don’t try to tackle this all in one weekend. Spread it out. Do 1–2 home resets + 1–2 business resets per week through October and November. By the holidays, you’ll feel lighter, organized, and prepared.