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[quote=Anonymous]My situation is somewhat similar to the OPs, though without the flexible work schedules (which sound pretty amazing to me). Here are a few things we've done along the way (I wouldn't say we're not exhausted, but we're generally really happy):
- Carpooling: Yes, it takes effort, but it is so worth building relationships with other parents, particularly in the case of emergencies. This means that we also try to step up as often as possible when people ask for help from us.
- Meal prep/delivery: I find the idea of making three different meals a little insane, but understand sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do. We have liked using things like Hello Fresh, which has enabled my husband and kids to make dinner; I also use weekends to batch cook and freeze stuff so I always have some cooked ground beef or chicken, or rice ready to go. 
- Work out at home: Since my babies were small I embraced home workouts - I even sometimes did them at the playground watching youtube videos on my phone. There is so much content that enables you to maximize your time (I work out every day). 
- Kids should be helping out: Your two older kids are definitely old enough to be doing their laundry (my 2nd grader also is responsible for folding and putting his stuff away). And I join others in the view that your 9th grader should totally be left in charge of siblings so you and your husband can go out.
- Maximize your wfh days: I don't wfr anymore, but when I did, I was able to do so much! Throw in a load of laundry, wipe down the kitchen counter, run to the grocery store, get in a workout during a conference call.
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