7 TIPS FOR A CLEAN HOME (With Kids + Pets!) \\ Simple Habits for Keeping a Tidy House!

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[stinaljungstrom]

I had tidying up competitions with my son when he was little and could count. We counted everything we took to it's right place. Or I counted the dishes I did and he took toys in his room. He shouted and asked me what number I was at, and he speeded up to beat me and win all the time. Quite fun! 😊

[lizwilliams]

Speaking as someone whose mother, with best of intentions, never gave her kids chores (cause we will all have a house to care for one day), I think you are totally right Angie. Involve your kids in caring for your home. They learn the discipline of caring for their stuff & doing less fun things to help their space be comfortable, while also feeling like a valuable contributing member of the family. It also means they will know how to do the thing when they need to do said things as an adult. And competence as an adult is gold.

[KatieAddington]

I'm a mom of 8 also, with 10 indoor pets in our house, and I could've just given the same advice word-for-word. So for anyone else watching and wondering if it's legitimately possible: 👏🏻 ALL👏🏻 OF👏🏻 THIS👏🏻

[ellebee]

I live by “don’t put it down, put it away” when it comes to EVERYTHING!

[caroehler]

My mom had a stitchery that said “A home should be clean enough to be healthy and dirty enough to be happy!” I am forever grateful for her feelings on this subject. We certainly could have cleaned 24/7 with our family and pet situation but there are definitely things much more important in life! I could see the contrast in some of my friends homes, there was no relaxing really anytime in order to keep it show case ready at all times. Now I feel sorry for their moms that put that kind of pressure on themselves and consequently on to their family. That’s for your ideas and thoughts on this video.

[Naedlj]

Your work ethic is ADMIRABLE!!! I’m often so overwhelmed by the things that need to be done that my brain shuts down and I will flit from task to task without finishing anything.

[erinj]

Can I just tell you how refreshing it is to watch someone relatable?! We live a similar lifestyle (well, we're half your family's size, but I digress) and enjoy our family's company, being outside, living with less (especially toys), inspiring work ethic, etc. We often feel like the odd ones out 'cause we're at the dinner table together every night (within reason) then outside chasing the chickens and playing ball afterwards. So sincerely, thank you for reminding me that our version of life, is just that, our version, dog hair covered and all ♥️ ...much love from Indiana!

[ciannacoleman]

As someone who had chores all my life I agree it is important to include kids in housework. I strongly suggest having everyone put their own dishes in the dishwasher after using and maybe letting the designated dish-washer choose a specific time to wash the rest each day. Leaving everything up to the designee and getting upset when it isn't done when the parent thinks it should be can cause a strong dislike of the task that lasts for years.

[allib]

Love this video …….

“Power Hour “ I love that title. It is strong and satisfying. My time is usually 3 o’clock to 4 o’clock in the afternoon but now I have a name to title that time . I LOVE it !

Over the years I divided up my house into 31 sections. I found this idea years ago probably on Pinterest or something. But it’s a 31 day checklist so I try to focus on one of the items on my 31 day checklist a day. To be honest I think in all the years I haven’t actually fulfilled the 31 day checklist in 31 consecutive days. But it keeps a guideline for me so at least over a couple of months I can tackle each space in the house and then I restart it. It has definitely kind of helped me have that list organized and when I have time or during the power hour I can tackle some thing off that list.

Yes yes less toys is so much better.
First of all it’s less overwhelming to the kids. Second of all how many times do you notice your kid pulls out a toy plays with it for 2 to 5 minutes on occasion maybe 10 minutes and then they’re running off to the next thing and before you know it the room is destroyed and so overwhelming for them to even know how to clean.

My tip for helping to eliminate fighting over cleanup time is doing a drawing for which room they have to clean. Y’all for ever did I hear, ” well I didn’t make this mess and I didn’t do it.” It has totally eliminated that to where they know they get the fun part of sticking their hand and drawing the piece of paper and see what room they’re responsible to clean. It has helped so much!!!

OK and my last tip has been a life-changing thing for me. There is only a handful of clothes that the kids have that we hang up in their closet. Those clothes are you know the nice clothes if we go out to eat or we go to church or do some thing like that. But the rest of their clothes are stay around the house play close. Over the years I have gotten to wear the pajamas that they put on at night is pretty much the clothes they wear the next day. So pajamas for them are more comfy clothes that can be played close too. Y’all I don’t worry about stain sticking these things or stressing over if they stay in the best condition. Ain’t nobody got time for that !

Also what I’ve done is they each have three bins fabric bins in their closet one is for depending on the season shorts or pants the other one is shirts longsleeve or short and then the third bin is for their underwear.

OK so how many times have you guys had your kids go through their dressers and unfold very quickly all of your hard work and sitting there folding their clothes up nice. Mine forever did that so I finally decided why fold their clothes these are they’re sleeping play clothes anyways it’s not they’re nice clothes that I keep unwrinkled.

So here is the revolutionary thing that has changed my laundry with the kids. They each have their own dirty clothes hamper. I only wash their clothes separately. I used to have one big laundry basket they threw it all in and I washed their laundry then it will take me a couple hours to sit and separate their laundry and fold them. But now I wash and dry their clothes separate from each other and then every Friday is “ workday “at our house. On work day is the only day of the week they get to earn quarters for different jobs so it kind of helps motivate them. But even my three-year-olds takes her clean laundry basket and their 2 clothes bins and sorts their clothes into the right Bin. You guys, this has been awesome it’s taken off probably two hours or more a week off of my time to deal with their clothes. They do their own laundry and it’s so great they’re learning how to sort and even use hand eye coordination and take responsibility for their own things. It’s been so

Help this help some of you guys. Angela thank you so much for all your heart as important to your channel. It definitely motivate and inspire us!!!! 🥰

[taniahunnisett]

I love how you keep it real by not editing out your kids busting in on your filming. Its great that you're so down to earth and set realistic expectations for your home & your family. Ive just discovered your channel today and I've subscribed straight away because i just love your style as its so similar to my expectations. I'm in no way there yet with my home, but your videos will help with the motivation to get to that sweet spot for my home & family. Thank you.

[ew]

We are the same.. vacuum every day, dishes always done through the day, beds made… I find that when things are tidy homeschooling is so much easier.. myself and kids all neat clutter free to focus!

[reba]

We were raised up with this Golden Rule: Pick-up, Put-up As You Go. As soon as we were walking and started pulling out toys, we were taught to put them back-up when we were done. We learned you could only play with one set of toys at a time and when we finished, we put them back, before we took out something else. Not perfect when you were small, but that came as we learned. We taught our kids the same thing. Also, we were not allowed to eat or drink in the living areas, that was what the kitchen table was for.

[tashtee]

This is the second instance in the past week where God chose to speak to me through others. On Sunday my pastor spoke on rest and now a video on cleaning. Both have been a thorn in my side. I literally just had a mental break down in the middle of my living room while sitting in a pile of my children’s toys. I’m so mentally and physically burned out.

I chose to lay down on the couch because I’m exhausted and open YouTube to your video.

All I can say is thank you 🙏🏾 ❤️

[TammyFernsYT]

Vacuuming everyday is a big one! My home feels clean when the floor is clean. Even if the kids don’t vacuum the greatest, it’s better than not vacuuming at all, and then I’ll get in there at least every second day to do a thorough job.

[amybostic]

We have 3 indoor cats and I too vacuum every day with my shark stick vac which is made for pet hair and although I have the fancy dyson stick one too-over the years I will say shark has been far better performing and much less expensive

[KatandMouse]

Please make a video about involving your kids in chores and how you do that! Also maybe another on how you downsize toy collections! Lol loved this video and found the tips so helpful.

[aimeepaul]

We eat all our meals and snacks sitting at the kitchen table. I’ve never had to clean crumbs or food stains off any other part of my house. It’s wonderful! And the kids love it. They each have their own special chair, placemat, napkin etc… it’s practical and brings the family together. Thanks for your awesome videos Angela!

[Nittanyliongirl]

I recently discovered your channel and love it! I like your ten minute tidy and power hour tips. My mom is a big proponent of making your bed first thing in the mornings! It really does feel good and helps to create a good start to the day ❤️❤️

[mechellepillay]

Love both of your channels. You are doing an awesome job of raising your children and always keep it real

[ourfamilyvideos]

We use to do the 10 min tidy with a timer on when they were little and now it’s when company comes we can dash and get shoes, towels, etc picked up. Love power hour…morning and after bed….we think alike. We also never ate anywhere but kitchen area..I wasn’t about to trash the couches, etc…even grands know…we eat in the kitchen, no food in bedroom(ants would be another layer). Our playroom growing up was outside🤣