How Smart Assistants Like Alexa & Google Can Make Solo Mum Life Easier
Let’s be honest—being a solo mum means juggling all the things. You’re the chef, the chauffeur, the bedtime enforcer, the homework helper, and… the constant reminder machine.
But what if you didn’t have to be?
What if you had an extra pair of hands in the morning? A helper that never forgets, never loses patience, and makes sure your kids stay on track—all without you having to repeat yourself 500 times?
Whether you use Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple’s Siri, or another smart assistant, these digital helpers can take over the mental load so you don’t have to. Here’s how they can make your life as a solo mum easier, calmer, and way less stressful.
1. Say Goodbye to Morning Chaos
Mornings with kids can feel like a mad rush—getting dressed, packing lunches, brushing teeth, and getting out the door on time. Let your smart assistant take over and keep everyone on track.
Set Up an Automated Morning Routine:
🗣 “Hey Google, wake the kids up at 7 AM with their favourite song.”
🗣 “Hey Siri, remind the kids to brush their teeth at 7:10 AM.”
🗣 “Alexa, announce: ‘Time to put your shoes on!’ at 7:30 AM.”
Never forget the essentials—Smart assistants can remind kids to grab their lunchboxes, school bags, or library books before they leave.
Check the weather—“Hey Alexa, what’s the weather today?” (If it’s cold, remind them to grab a jacket!)
Make it fun! Set a 5-minute challenge for getting dressed: “Hey Google, start a get-dressed race with a countdown!”
Pro Tip: Most assistants allow you to set group reminders, so you don’t have to remind each child separately!
2. Let Your Smart Assistant Be the Homework Enforcer
No more "Just five more minutes!" arguments when it’s time for schoolwork!
Automate Homework Reminders:
🗣 “Hey Google, remind the kids to start homework at 4 PM.”
🗣 “Alexa, turn off the TV at 4:05 PM.” (Yes, you can do this!)
Instant Help with Schoolwork:
🗣 “Siri, what’s 7 times 8?”
🗣 “Hey Google, how do you spell ‘independent’?”
🗣 “Alexa, tell me a fun science fact!”
Pro Tip: Set up a homework timer: “Alexa, announce ‘Time to focus—let’s get this done!’”
3. No More Bedtime Battles
Tired of the never-ending struggle to get kids to bed? Let your smart assistant be the enforcer.
Automate a Wind-Down Routine:
🗣 “Alexa, dim the lights at 7:45 PM.”
🗣 “Hey Google, play relaxing music at 8 PM.”
🗣 “Siri, remind the kids to brush their teeth at 8:15 PM.”
Let Your Assistant Read Bedtime Stories:
🗣 “Alexa, read a bedtime story.”
🗣 “Hey Google, play an audiobook.”
Pro Tip: If your child keeps coming out of bed, try: “Hey Google, tell Jake to go back to bed!” (For some reason, they listen to the robot more than mum!)
4. Get Help with Chores (Without Nagging!)
Tired of repeating yourself 100 times about cleaning up? Let your smart assistant take over.
Set Up Chore Reminders:
🗣 “Alexa, remind Sophie to feed the dog at 5 PM.”
🗣 “Hey Google, announce ‘It’s time to set the table!’ at 6:30 PM.”
🗣 “Siri, tell Liam to clean his room before dinner.”
Make Chores Fun:
🗣 “Alexa, start a 5-minute toy clean-up race!”
🗣 “Hey Google, play the Mission Impossible theme while we tidy up.”
Pro Tip: Some assistants have reward systems—set one up so kids get a fun ‘well done’ message after completing a chore!
5. The Ultimate Mum Life Hack: Let Smart Assistants Do the Thinking for You
Beyond reminders, your smart assistant can make solo mum life way easier.
Never forget school events again:
🗣 “Hey Siri, add ‘Book Week costume’ to my calendar for Monday.”
Instant dinner inspiration:
🗣 “Hey Google, what can I make with chicken and pasta?”
Hands-free calls for when you’re multitasking:
🗣 “Alexa, call Nana.” (Great when you’re stuck in the kitchen!)
Timers for EVERYTHING (because mum brain is real!):
🗣 “Hey Siri, set a timer for 20 minutes so I don’t burn dinner!”
🗣 “Alexa, remind me to switch the laundry in an hour.”
Pro Tip: Set up Drop-In (Alexa) or Broadcast (Google) to communicate with your kids in different rooms—so you don’t have to shout!
How to Set Up an Automated Routine (So You Never Have to Say It Again!)
Each smart assistant lets you schedule reminders, announcements, and routines so they happen automatically—without you asking!
Amazon Alexa:
Open the Alexa app → Routines → Create a New Routine
Set time triggers for each step (wake-up, reminders, checklists).
Google Assistant:
Open the Google Home app → Routines → New Routine
Add your chosen times and voice announcements for the morning schedule.
Apple Siri (via Shortcuts & HomeKit):
Go to Shortcuts app → Automation → Create Personal Automation
Choose Time of Day → Add Actions (like reminders & calendar alerts).
Pro Tip: You can link reminders to smart speakers in different rooms, so Alexa/Google/Siri talks directly to your child where they are!
Final Thoughts: Your New Co-Parent is a Smart Assistant!
Solo motherhood is a lot, but you don’t have to do it all alone. Whether you use Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, or another voice assistant, these tools can take over the mental load, so you can focus on what really matters—being present with your kids.
Because let’s be honest—kids listen to Google and Alexa better than they listen to us!
What’s your favourite smart assistant hack? Share it in the comments so we can all be inspired!
