Dear September, please go easy on us.
We’re coming in hot from summer fun, creative chaos, and late-night routines that turned into… well, no routine at all.
And now here we are—with early alarms, packed lunches, after-school sign-ups, and emotional energy levels running pretty low...
Before you get too far ahead, we made something for you to shift back into rhythm.
A Back-to-School Thrive Guide For Parents built around the three brains that help families function: head, heart, and gut. Inside, you’ll find habit recipes, lunchbox note ideas, calming tech tools, and real sleep tips to support you through the season.
How can your family ease back into routines with intention, not overwhelm?
One of the most powerful ways to reset is through rest. Not just more sleep, but better sleep. The kind that helps you show up fully, think clearly, and meet each day with resilience.
That’s why we’re teaming up with Tuft & Needle, a company that designs thoughtful sleep products for families like ours.
We love their designs for real life—supportive mattresses, pillows, and thoughtfully made sleep accessories that help us truly rest. And right now through Sept 10, they’re offering big savings across their entire lineup that we don’t want you to miss.
Even better, they’ve added an additional 10% off just for our REK community! Use code REKSLEEP >>
Curious what better rest (and a better back-to-school transition) could look like?
Scroll down for all the details—and don’t miss your free Thrive Guide below.
🎁 Your Back-to-School Thrive Guide
This free PDF is a super-simple, real-talk tool to help families wind down—without meltdowns or midnight bargaining. It includes:
- Habit recipes to build focus, connection, and energy
- Lunchbox love notes
- Smart tech apps that ease your day
Because when we’re rested, everything feels more doable. Patience stretches. Creativity flows. And the little things—like toothpaste on the mirror or socks on the stairs—don’t feel like the end of the world.
This printable is sponsored by Tuft & Needle, makers of mattresses and bedding designed to support restful sleep—for both kids and the grownups guiding them.
Comfort that Keeps Up with the Whole Crew
We believe rest isn't just a nice-to-have—it's what helps us show up calm, clear, and connected.
Tuft & Needle is a sleep company built by people who were tired of gimmicks and just wanted better rest for their families. Their mattresses are breathable, supportive, and free from harmful materials—designed for everyday life, from late-night feedings to early alarms.
Tuft & Needle is offering massive savings now through September 10:
- Up to $700 off select mattresses
- A free Original Pillow Set (worth ~$160) with OG or OG Hybrid purchase
- Up to 50% off select accessories like quilts
- 20% off frames and foundations
- And an extra 10% off with code REKSLEEP
Because when sleep gets better, everything else does too.
Shop the offer with code REKSLEEP>>
And just like that… tomorrow is September.
Tammy’s back in the classroom Wednesday. Sylvia’s adjusting to school drop-offs and trying to remember her daughter's tennis schedule. Adam and Matthew are deep in Q4 planning (with lots of coffee).
We’re all shifting gears and figuring it out one day at a time, just like you.
So here’s your gentle nudge: pick one thing from the Thrive Guide to try this week. A new habit, a lunchbox note, a time-saver tool… whatever feels doable. No big transformation needed.
We’ll be doing the same.
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Tammy, Sylvia, Adam & Matthew
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