Working Mom Grocery List

Grocery shopping is a necessary evil. We all have to do it. I have found that grocery shopping causes the least headaches when paired with a simple plan.

All of us working moms have a lot on our hands and grocery shopping is a huge one.

So many of us tend to make a ton of small trips throughout the week to the grocery store because we forgot something the last time we went and that gets hectic because it means having to pack up the kids and unpack them every time we go.

It’s best just to go once a week and get it all done with. To help you remember EVERYTHING you need I’ve come up with this working mom grocery list you can use.

Getting dinner on the table is much easier when I cook a few recipes from staples I happen to have on hand in my pantry, freezer, and fridge.

YOU NEED A WORKING MOM GROCERY LIST

Track items as you run low. Don’t wait until you run out or you will pay full price for the items you need.

If you determine what makings of a meal you already have, you can finalize it into a plan of what you want to make for the week. You can also consider opting for a convenient and time-saving solution like meat box delivery, as seen at The Meat Box in Auckland, where you’ll ensure a steady supply of high-quality meats without the hassle of frequent grocery store trips. By subscribing to a meat box delivery, you can track the items in your box as you start running low, allowing you to replenish your stock before completely running out.

Once you make a list of any items you still need, pay attention to items on sale this week. Or download this Free Printable Grocery Shopping List, organized by aisle.

Use coupons to stretch your grocery budget (visit sites that offer coupon matchups for your store by doing a Google search ( i.e. “Food Lion matchups” or “Food Lion deals”)).

Organize the list in the same order as the aisles.

Here are items I try to keep on hand and track when low/needed, by category:

Snacks

Snacks are very important to remember on your grocery list because they are the things you tend to run out of most. So it’s crucial that you don’t forget them and even try to stock up on them, especially if they’re on sale.

• Popcorn
• Chips
• Granola bars
• Fruit snacks
• Peanuts
• Pretzels
• Cheese sticks

Dairy

• Butter
• Cheese
• Milk
• Sour Cream
• Eggs
• Yogurt
• Creamer
• Shredded Cheese

Canned Foods

• Beans
• Corn
• Green Beans
• Soups
• Fruits
• Tomatoes

Meats

• Sandwich Meats
• Bacon
• Beef
• Steaks
• Chicken
• Hamburger
• Hot Dogs
• Pork Chops
• Ham
• Beef Roast
• Fish
• Pork Roast

Frozen

• Pizzas
• Burritos
• Hot Pockets
• Fish Sticks
• Chicken Nuggets
• Mozzarella Sticks
• Lasagna
• Frozen Dinners

Drinks

• Juice
• Tea
• Coffee
• Soda/Diet Soda

Bakery

• Bagels
• Bread
• Hot Dog Buns
• Hamburger Buns
• Rolls
• Croissants

Cereals

• Corn Flakes
• Rice Crispies
• Oatmeal
• Granola

 

Spices

• Allspice
• Salt & Pepper
• Chili Powder
• Taco Seasoning
• Cinnamon
• Cloves
• Garlic Powder
• Parsley
• Oregano
• Poultry Seasoning
• Bay Leaves
• Basil
• Gravy Mix
• Thyme
• Sage
• Rosemary
• Garlic Salt
• Onion Powder
• Chili Peppers

Produce

• Bananas
• Apples
• Broccoli
• Grapes
• Garlic
• Onions
• Oranges
• Potatoes
• Spinach
• Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Peppers
• Carrots
• Cucumbers
• Zucchini
• Squash

Condiments

• Ketchup
• Mayonnaise
• Salad Dressings
• Olive Oil
• Mustard
• Peanut Butter
• Jelly/Jam
• Pickles
• BBQ Sauce
• Soy Sauce
• Relish
• Vegetable Oil

Personal/Miscellaneous

• Body Wash
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Band-aids
• Toothpaste
• Dental Floss
• Lotion
• Mouthwash
• Feminine Products
• Deodorant
• Toilet Paper
• Paper Towels
• Napkins
• Garbage Bags
• Zip Lock Bags
• Plastic Wrap
• Freezer Wrap
• Wax Paper
• Aluminum Foil

Cleaning

• Glass Cleaner
• Bleach
• Laundry Detergent
• Dish Soap
• Vacuum Bags
• Disinfectant
• Fabric Softener
• Dryer Sheets
• Bathroom Cleaner
• Cleaning Wipes
• Dishwasher Detergent

Pet Supplies

• Dog/Cat Food
• Dog/Cat Treats
• Cat Litter
• Animal Shampoo

Medicine

• Vitamins
• Ibruprofen
• Cough Syrup
• Antacid
• Decongestant
• Laxatives
• Sore Throat Spray

Have you been looking for a grocery list template so you don’t have to keep making a grocery shopping list every week? Download this Free Printable Grocery Shopping List today!

While you’re out and about doing your grocery shopping, why not take care of your other errands?

Things such as the dry cleaners, oil change, gas station, post office, library, etc. This way, you can have everything done in just one day and not have to worry about anything for quite awhile, making everything much less stressful for you.

This working mom grocery list is just a list of the basic things many people need and sometimes often forget.

Of course, there are things on this list that you may not use and there may be things that aren’t on here that you do need/use so you can change it up however you’d like.

What things would you add to this working mom grocery list?

Download a free printable grocery list today!