Family Organization Insights

Tips, stories, and insights to help busy families stay organized and stress-free

Why We Started Sense
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Why We Started Sense

Every great product starts with a problem that hits close to home. Learn the personal story behind Sense and why we're building the family organization tool we always wished existed.

Best Cozi Alternatives in 2025

Best Cozi Alternatives in 2025: A Practical Guide for Busy Families

An honest comparison of family organizer apps including TimeTree, FamCal, Google Calendar, Maple, OurCal, and Sense. Find the right fit for your family's needs.

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The Sunday Night Reset: Why Families Are Ditching the Weekly Planning Session

That dreaded Sunday night planning ritual eats into family time and rarely works anyway. Discover why smart families are replacing weekly planning sessions with automation.

AI Transformed Business. Your Family Is Next.

AI Transformed Business. Your Family Is Next.

The AI revolution that transformed Fortune 500 companies has barely touched everyday family life. Here's why that's changing and what it means for your home.

From Google Calendar to Smart Family Organization

From Google Calendar to Smart Family Organization: What's the Difference?

Google Calendar is great for meetings, but family life needs more. Discover why busy families are switching from shared calendars to smart automation.

Sports Schedule Chaos

Sports Schedule Chaos: When Practice Changes Land in Your Inbox at 9 PM

Last-minute practice changes and schedule updates derail family plans. Learn how to stay on top of youth sports chaos without the constant stress and mental load.

The Mental Load of Family Coordination

The Mental Load of Family Coordination (And How to Reduce It)

The invisible cognitive burden of managing family schedules affects millions of parents. Learn why traditional tools fail and how automation can help reduce the mental load.

Why Shared Calendars Fail

The Family Calendar Wars: Why Shared Calendars Fail (And What Actually Works)

Google Calendar sharing was supposed to solve family coordination. So why are parents still overwhelmed? Here's why shared calendars fail and what works instead.

5 School Emails Every Parent Dreads

5 School Emails Every Parent Dreads (And How to Never Miss Them)

From permission slips to early dismissals, these school emails cause maximum stress for busy parents. Learn how to never miss another important school communication.

Why Families Are Switching from Cozi to Sense

Why Families Are Switching from Cozi to Sense in 2025

After Cozi's surprise paywall in May 2024, thousands of families discovered better alternatives. Here's why Sense is becoming the top choice for family organization.