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	Kelly Jayne McCann BellaOnline's Organization Editor

Baby Briefcase [offsite link]
Babies bring a lot of joy--and a lot of paperwork. This cute, well-designed portfolio system includes folders, pockets for small papers, and easy-to-customize labels, making it simple to keep your bundle of joy´s papers all in one place.

Before It´s Too Late estate planning guide [offsite link]
Though no one wants to think about end-of-life issues, taking the time to organize your estate and put in writing your final wishes can help make things easier for your loved ones when the time comes. This workbook lets you record your family history, legal and financial information, and more, and is a useful addition to a will.

Create a household notebook [offsite link]
A household notebook can help you keep the day-to-day happenings under your roof under control. This site offers info on what a household notebook is and how to use one, and also features several notebook pages you can download and print out for free.

Customizable message boards [offsite link]
I *love* this system! It´s a great way to keep notes, schedules, school papers, and other family info organized and together in one place. Best of all, you can mix and match the components you need to create a customized system.

Family Organizing
In honor of busy moms everywhere, these tips can help make the process of managing your family less stressful, more efficient, and much more organized.

My Organized Life´s Family Zone [offsite link]
My Organized Life offers organizing articles and tips in five different zones; the Family zone features articles and tips on keeping your family organized--and keeping yourself sane!

Organize Your Family´s Schedule in No Time [offsite link]
Whether your family´s schedule feels totally out of control or just needs some fine tuning, this book--by longtime professional organizer (and mom) Val Sgro--can help.

Organizing for Houseguests
Expecting guests? Make their stay more enjoyable--for both them and yourself--by getting organized before they show up on your doorstep. Here are a few simple ways to make your next hosting experience as stress-free as possible.

Organizing for Outdoor Activities
Make outdoor activities--from hiking to boating to picnicing--even more enjoyable this season by taking some simple steps to prepare for them in advance. Here´s how.

Organizing from the Inside Out for Teens [offsite link]
Written by Professional Organizer Julie Morgenstern and her daughter Jessi, this accessible, easy-to-understand guide helps tweens and teens get their rooms, space, and schedules organized.

Organizing Gifts for Dad
This Father´s Day--or whenever you want to celebrate Dad--steer clear of the ties, golf tees, and slippers and give Pop something he´ll really love: the gift of organization.

Organizing Homework Assignments and Study Space
Back-to-school time often means organizational challenges for kids as they adapt to keeping track of--and doing--homework after a summer off. For tips on how to help the students in your life succeed with organizing this school year, I've turned to an authority: a teacher.

Organizing Projects for Mother's Day
This Mother's Day, consider going beyond flowers and candy and giving the mom(s) in your life a gift that will last: help with an organizing project designed to make her life easier. Here are several ideas to get you started.

September Is National Preparedness Month
No one wants to think about the possibility of disaster striking, but taking some simple steps to get yourself and your family ready can help put you at ease and make it easier to cope if the unexpected happens. Here are five ways to get a head start on being prepared.

Toy organizers [offsite link]
Most kids aren´t born with the urge to get organized, but you can help them along by making sure their toys have homes, and by encouraging them to put things where they belong. Here are some products that can help make get-organized time more fun for kids and adults alike.

Unusual Organizing-Themed Mother's Day Gifts
This Mother's Day, go beyond flowers and chocolate and give Mom a gift designed to bring order, calm, and organization to her life year-round. Here are a few creative gift ideas to get you started.

What Every Mom Should Know about Organizing & Kids
Think it's impossible to get your kids organized? Think again! Professional Organizer, mom, and guest author Lea Schneider has these tips for teaching your children how to get--and stay--organized.

Who Gets Grandma´s Yellow Pie Plate? [offsite link]
Trying to evenly divide up a loved one´s things after a move or a death can be difficult at best. This book offers recommendations on how to make the process organized, harmonious, and meaningful for all involved.

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