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When my oldest kids were little, I had a healthy disdain for Play-Doh. Sure, I’d let them play with it but always on the hardwoods or a tablecloth. The good thing was that even though I hated picking up little pieces of play-doh, it wasn’t hard to do. It always dried up and would easily vacuum. But as my kids got older, play-doh was out, and slime was in. I quickly discovered that removing … [Read more...]
Are you ready to get your declutter on but are looking for a bit of a guide? Good...I got you, girl. There are SO many different items in a home that decluttering can feel a bit like chasing your own tail, unless you go about it deliberately. I’ve created a whole-house free decluttering checklist that you can work through, item by item to transform your house. Just enter your name and … [Read more...]
I love white shoes. If you're reading this you probably love white shoes. But with white shoes come one major problem: they don't stay white for very long! You wear them for one day and bam! there's the first scuff mark. By the end of the first week? Those white shoes are starting to look a little off-white. And if you're like me, you may delay times in between cleaning until your … [Read more...]
So, you want to have a clear, focused, productive, FUN week...but you feel guilty about not cleaning the house. Plus, the mess that surrounds you is completely dragging down your productivity vibes. But there’s so much that you need to do this week and cleaning the house just isn’t at the top of that priority list. And now, you’re stressing over what to do about it - do you ignore … [Read more...]
It’s no secret - the kitchen is the “hub” of the home and gets the most practical use, however, the one room in my house that is the most messy-looking is always the living room. It’s where toys are dumped and kinetic sand is strewn about. It has become a hotspot for homeschooling and the recliner is my husband’s go-to after work. It’s easily the room that is used most often by the most … [Read more...]
Do you manage to keep all the main living areas of your house clean but somehow fail to consistently keep up with your bedroom? If so, you and should I be friends. I always take the time to clean everyone else’s spaces but then neglect my own. That’s the life of a mom, I suppose. Anyway, I finally got around to … [Read more...]
Raise your hand if you enjoy cleaning the bathroom. What!? No hands up? Well, like it or not, your bathroom won’t clean itself. And for this particular room, the longer you let it go – the more you’ll regret it. I aim to clean my bathrooms at least once per week. After all, some pretty nasty stuff does go down in a bathroom. 🚽 The good news is that once you get into a good … [Read more...]
Are you ready to get your kitchen sparkling clean? ✨ There's no room that gets as much use as a kitchen or has as many different items in it that need regular cleaning and upkeep. This is why it’s important to deep clean your kitchen 3-4 times per year. I’m talking like a really, really good clean. Here’s how to deep clean your kitchen. How Much Time Does it Take to Deep Clean a … [Read more...]
You walk into a room and there’s trash all over the tables, toys and dirty laundry strung across the floor, crumbs everywhere and before you even start cleaning, you’re ready to give up. If this sounds like you – please know, that everyone who has kids has encountered this situation before – so don’t feel bad. However, if you struggle to know where to start or feel like it takes you forever … [Read more...]
Do you struggle with motivation when it comes to cleaning your home? If so, you’re not alone. It’s not uncommon to feel unmotivated to clean – especially when you’re busy, have kids at home or just want to put your feet up and relax. The problem though, is that if you succumb to the lack of motivation day after day, the messes pile up and cleaning then feels like even more of a daunting … [Read more...]
Toddlers are rough. And messy. And pukey. And like to through tantrums. Which means, if you let them eat and drink in the car, you end up with a disgusting car seat pretty dang often. 🙋♀️ Luckily, cleaning car seats isn’t hard. My almost 3-year old daughter’s seat always gets gross but cleans up well. It just takes a bit of elbow grease. Here’s how to clean a toddler car seat. 1. … [Read more...]
First off, let me tell you that what you’re about to see is gross. Like really gross. And if you’ve never cleaned your dishwasher’s filter, yours is probably even more gross. (Unless you have a self-cleaning dishwasher filter, in which yours probably isn’t gross. If you don’t think you have one of those, then you probably don’t.) I let my dishwasher’s filter build up gunk for a couple of … [Read more...]
I’ll be the first to admit - I was a bit slow when it came to the non-toxic cleaning products trend. First, because I HATE following trends. And second, because using bleach and Pinesol on everything was just what I did. And then, a few years ago, I decided to slowly start trying out some of the new non-toxic products and I found some I really like. Plus, I learned that simple ingredients like … [Read more...]
While the kitchen is considered to be the “hub of the home” it’s also the most germy area. Yes, even worse than the bathroom, according to this study. #Yuck If you want to get rid of germs and keep your kitchen looking and feeling clean for longer, here are some of the best kitchen cleaning hacks to try. Use a Toothbrush to Clean the Edge of Your Sink The kitchen sink harbors more … [Read more...]
I think we can agree that a chaotic Monday is a horrible way to start the week. As a Mom, you set the tone for everyone. So, a crabby or scatter-brained mom will likely lead to some crabby and unorganized kids... Which leads to an even crabbier mom. (Ask me how I know…) If you’re ready to change your destiny and take control of your weeks, here are ten things you can do every Sunday to … [Read more...]
Now-a-days there seems to be a separate cleaner for everything under the sun. And I don’t know about you, but walking through cleaning aisles at the store can be a tad overwhelming. Luckily, there’s one product you can rely on to clean just about everything. As an added benefit it’s super cheap and very effective! (And probably already in your pantry.) That product is white distilled … [Read more...]
It’s no secret that it can be hard to stay on top of housework as a working mom. By the time you get home from work you’re ready to relax and enjoy your house versus scrubbing it down. I get it. If you’re looking for a manageable way to stay on top of cleaning, I’m sharing a schedule that has helped me in the past. In order to make it work you’ll need to devote a half an hour each week night … [Read more...]
If there’s one thing I can’t stand, it’s a messy house! When my house is a mess, I feel like I can’t think straight – it just throws off my day. Unfortunately, I don’t have hours per day to devote to cleaning. Instead, I clean fast! Since having my last baby almost two years ago I’ve gotten good at a quick house clean. But I wouldn’t be able to do it without the tools I’ve put in my cleaning … [Read more...]
Everyday you come home from work, take a look around and you see it – wrappers on the table, coats and shoes thrown around, dirty clothes laying on the floor and kids who don’t seem to notice any of it. So frustrating. I get it. I’ve totally been there. You just want to relax and spend time with the family but instead you’re picking up after your kids. There is a better way, I … [Read more...]
