Jeanette Rowland of South Riding, Virginia, is a master at making every minute of her day count.

"I don't waste a lot of time. When I run errands I make a list, map out a route and, when it's possible, I try to go in the evening during the week," she says. "I pay my bills on-line and it cuts my time in half. I also do meal planning, which is another huge timesaver."

With two kids, it's made the difference between being stressed out and having quality time with her family. "We spend time doing the simple things like taking long walks, riding bikes, and playing board games. I also get to take a little time for myself," she says. To help you do the same, follow these tips, organized by the amount of time each strategy could save you every week.

SAVE AT LEAST 1 HOUR

GROCERY SHOPPING. Many grocery stores are open 24 hours a day, so take advantage of that. Avoid shopping during the peak hours of 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays, and you'll cut your regular shopping time in half. That saves you about 45 minutes per trip.

Stockpile groceries in advance when deals are hot. And if you keep a supply of such products as paper goods, soaps, cereals, crackers, and canned soups, you'll save time by not running back to the store for that one necessary item you always forget to buy.