Getting Ready for Winter Part II

❄️ Getting Ready for Winter: Part II – Your Cozy, Clever, Totally Prepared Guide to Crushing Cold Season Like a Pro

Winter doesn’t knock politely — it barges in with icy wind, dry skin, and a grocery bill that suddenly doubles.

Getting Ready for Winter Part II! Here is Amber’s take on what she does to get ready for winter!

Getting Ready for Winter Part II

Let’s have a moment of truth: preparing for winter is not optional. It’s survival… but make it cute.

Winter isn’t just a season. It’s a shift. It changes your routines, your home, your skin, your schedule, your energy levels, your grocery cart, your car emergency kit, and sometimes your attitude before 9 a.m. (Looking at you, dark mornings.)

If you don’t prepare intentionally, winter will prepare you — with frozen pipes, dead car batteries, chapped lips, restless kids, and that mysterious draft you swear wasn’t there last year.

But here’s the good news: winter prep doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, expensive, or dramatic. It can feel empowering. Organized. Cozy. Strategic. Calm.

This isn’t about panic-buying bread and milk.

This is about:

Creating a winter-ready home
Simplifying cold-weather routines
Keeping kids entertained indoors
Saving money on energy bills
Protecting your health
Staying ahead of seasonal stress
Making your space warm in every sense of the word

Because when you prepare intentionally, winter becomes magical instead of miserable.

And around here? We do prepared and practical.

So grab a warm drink (bonus points if it’s in a mug you love), and let’s tackle Getting Ready for Winter – Part II, Lou Lou Girls style.

When I was little I would pray for snow I loved it so much! Now, I do still love it around Christmas time but other than that I could definitely live without it! Fall is an amazing season but it definitely makes me feel a little antsy about getting ready for winter. Here are a few things I do to prepare:

Winter clothes in ready mode: I make sure everyone has their own set of snow gear. We have a two story house so I have a specific spot for each person to have a warm jacket and boots downstairs for quick trips out the door. I keep coats and all other snow gear in a special spot in each person’s closet until we actually start using them. After the first use then they are hung up downstairs because they are always needing to dry out.

2. Clean out the garage: I hate the cold and so I never even want to step foot in the garage except to get in my car. I usually try to get the garage swept and organized before the super frosty weather hits so that I don’t have to be in there any longer than necessary all winter.

3. Holiday necessities list: The Holidays are so fun but so busy. I always make a list of bucket list things I want to accomplish before each Holiday so that I can make sure I get those things done. Some new ones on my list this year are take Halloween pictures, throw a murder mystery party, make a thankful tree, and throw a New Year’s Eve party.

👶 Keeping Kids Busy Indoors (Without Losing Your Mind)

Winter means more indoor time.

Create:

Activity bins
Craft corner
Reading nook
Puzzle rotation

Rotate toys weekly to keep interest high.

✨ Reader Prompt: What indoor activity keeps your kids entertained longest?

💡 Energy Saving Hacks That Actually Work

Winter bills don’t have to spike dramatically.

Use thermal curtains
Lower thermostat at night
Layer clothing before cranking heat
Use space heaters safely in small rooms
Seal chimney flues when not in use

Intentional tweaks add up.

🛏️ Cozy Bedroom Reset

Switch bedding:

Flannel sheets
Extra blanket layers
Warmer duvet

Cozy sleep = better moods.

For everyone.

🧹 Winter Cleaning Strategy

Winter = indoor dust accumulation.

Focus on:

Vacuuming more frequently
Cleaning vents
Wiping window condensation
Decluttering surfaces

Less clutter feels calmer during long indoor stretches.

🎄 Seasonal Decor Without the Overwhelm

Add warmth through:

Soft lighting
Candles (safe placement)
Throw blankets
Neutral winter tones

You don’t need a full redecoration. Just layers.

📅 Winter Routine Reset

Shorter days affect motivation.

Create:

Morning light exposure
Evening wind-down routine
Weekly reset day
Indoor movement time

Structure reduces seasonal slump.

💰 Budgeting for Winter

Expect higher:

Heating bills
Grocery spending
Holiday expenses

Plan ahead:

Set aside small weekly amounts
Shop early for seasonal items
Track usage patterns

Preparation beats panic.

📦 Declutter Before You Hibernate

Winter feels heavier when your home feels crowded.

Donate:

Outgrown coats
Extra decor
Unused appliances

Clear space = clear head.

❄️ Make Winter Feel Magical

This is important.

Winter isn’t just preparation and prevention.

It’s:

Movie nights
Baking days
Snow walks
Blanket forts
Board games
Early bedtimes

Intentional coziness changes everything.

Final Thoughts

Winter doesn’t have to sneak up on you.

With thoughtful preparation, you move from reactive to proactive.

From stressed to steady.

From scrambling to structured.

Preparation doesn’t mean perfection.

It means readiness.

It means margin.

It means calm.

Winter is a season of contrasts.

It’s cold outside, warm inside.
It’s darker days, brighter lights.
It’s slower mornings, longer evenings.

When you prepare your home, your routines, your wardrobe, and your mindset, you transform winter from something you endure into something you experience.

You don’t need to do everything in one day.

Start small:
Seal one draft.
Organize one basket.
Prep one freezer meal.
Rotate one toy bin.

Small actions compound.

And here’s what I want you to remember:

You are capable.
You are resourceful.
You are more prepared than you think.

So tell me — what’s the first thing you’re tackling this week to get ready for winter?

Drop it below. Let’s swap ideas. Let’s share hacks. Let’s build this cozy, prepared, practical community together.

Because around here, we don’t just survive winter.

We own it. ❄️💛