Posted on 5/19/2013

With email, online task management programs and document sharing systems, it’s easier than ever before to work from home. But when you add kids into the equation, it all shifts. We asked you how you manage to stay productive with kids running around. Here are some of our favorite responses:

Set Your Boundaries

I’m a former tv news journalist so I like deadlines. I’m constantly setting deadlines/alarms on my iPhone. –@LizzieBtv

We have a structured day with set work & play times. My daughter knows that Mom works for a bit & then we play! –@writeassociate

I have a (stolen) hotel “privacy” card on my office door. I use it when I need to have no kid interruptions.- @amyjrosenberg

Door into my office is designated a “transporter” to elsewhere…once I’m through that door…#MommasGone –@sapienist

Make sure your office has a door, invest $100 in a train table and pay a babysitter for a few hours a week. –@lizapviana

Involve Your Kids

For creative work, involve your children. I enjoy their fresh perspectives & model healthy work ethic -@HalfTomS

I tell my kids I will do quick project or have snack with them at certain times.Then I’m off limits.- @jenniferwindrum

Find some part of the work you need to get done that they can help you do too – works every time!- @nick_johnstone

When All Else Fails

Dry hair shampoo, a trampoline, jump ropes, snacks and clear communication when “mom needs to work.”- @PorterGale

Hire a helping hand- @floragoog

I try to stress to my kids that, “Just like Daddy,” I have to work, but I do it from home.” –@jenniferwindrum

Lock them in the basement ;-)- @bristolmary

Any more ideas? Let us know in the comments or tweet @dotcomplicated.

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