5 Alexa Hacks That Make My Busy Mom Life Easier (and Way More Fun)

If you’ve been here a while, you know I’m not just chasing productivity—I’m chasing peace, ease, and a little magic in the middle of motherhood chaos. Between running a business, chasing a toddler, and sharing my home with two mini Australian Shepherds, I need every shortcut, sanity-saver, and serotonin-boosting ritual I can get.

And one surprisingly powerful tool? Alexa.

This isn’t sponsored—I just genuinely use Alexa every single day. From helping me reclaim calm to romanticizing my routines, she’s like a tiny in-home assistant who makes motherhood feel a little less overwhelming and a lot more elevated.

Here are 5 Alexa hacks that have made my mom life feel easier, softer, and yes—more fun:

1. “Alexa, Play My Morning Playlist”

There’s a reason so many therapists and psychologists recommend starting your day with music. Research shows that music boosts dopamine (your “feel-good” hormone), regulates your nervous system, and improves focus and mood throughout the day. One study even found that music can reduce cortisol levels by up to 65%.

That’s not just a vibe—it’s science.

I keep a few go-to playlists saved to Spotify for whatever mood I’m in (calm coffee mornings, toddler dance parties, or high-vibe CEO mode), and with my hands full—usually coffee in one and a toddler snack in the other—asking Alexa to play one instantly shifts the energy in our home.

We start the day dancing in the kitchen, and suddenly, everything feels a little lighter.

2. “Alexa, Unleash the Hounds”

Yes, really. That’s what I’ve programmed Alexa to say when she runs the robot vacuums. Because with two fluffy Mini Aussies and a toddler who treats crumbs like confetti, vacuuming is an everyday thing around here.

This little hack isn’t just efficient—it’s fun. It adds personality and a touch of main-character energy to an otherwise mundane task.

➝ Want to steal the setup? Check out my blog post on the “Unleash the Hounds” Amazon Hack here.

3. Smart Lighting = Smart Mood

Did you know harsh overhead lighting can increase stress and tension levels? Studies in environmental psychology have found that softer, warmer lighting can create a sense of calm, safety, and even increase feelings of connection and coziness.

So I’ve connected several of our floor and table lamps to Alexa-compatible smart plugs. That means, with just one voice command, I can bathe the room in glow instead of glare. Especially in the evening, this transforms our home from chaotic play zone to peaceful wind-down sanctuary.

It’s one of my favorite ways to romanticize motherhood and create a home that feels like a soft place to land.

4. “Alexa, Set a Timer for 5 Minutes”

It might sound simple, but this one saves my day more than you’d think.

Whether I’m doing a lightning-fast tidy-up before a client call, giving myself a 5-minute reset, or timing a toddler timeout (real life, y’all), it helps me stay grounded and on track.

According to time management research, microbursts of focused activity—like 5-minute cleaning sprints—can significantly reduce the mental load of housework and help break the cycle of overwhelm.

And for kids, it builds emotional regulation and time awareness.

5. “Alexa, Add to My Grocery List”

Motherhood = never-ending snack management. So when we run out of something (which happens hourly), I just say it out loud and Alexa adds it to my shared grocery list automatically.

This little automation takes something off my plate—literally and mentally. No more trying to remember what we’re out of while standing in a grocery aisle with a toddler hanging off my leg.

The Takeaway: Your Tiny Voice Assistant = a Tiny Act of Self-Love

Using Alexa isn’t just a tech trick. It’s an act of self-preservation. It’s a gentle way to hand off mental load, reduce decision fatigue, and create moments of ease in your day.

Because when motherhood is already full of unpredictability and big feelings, small systems that support your rhythm matter more than you realize.

They’re not just about doing more—they’re about feeling better. And that, mama, is a form of self-care that matters.

Got a favorite Alexa command or mom-life hack? DM me or drop it in the comments—I’m always looking to add to the list.

➝ If you haven’t already, check out the full “Unleash the Hounds” vacuum hack here.

➝ And if you need helping finding the best Alexa powered tools for your house, check out my favorites, here. We have an Echo Show in the kitchen and dots throughout the house and in each room.