How I Keep My Home Clean and Organized With 8 Kids (Realistic Cleaning Routine)
Real Talk About Cleaning With Kids
Let’s be honest…
👉 A perfectly clean house 24/7 is unrealistic with kids.
So instead of chasing perfection…
I created a system that keeps my home manageable.
Daily Cleaning Routine
These are my non-negotiables:
- Dishes done
- Counters wiped
- Quick floor cleanup
- Laundry started
That’s it.
The Power of “Quick Resets”
Instead of cleaning all day:
👉 I reset the house in small chunks
- Morning reset
- Afternoon reset
- Night reset
This keeps things under control.
What Changed Everything
I stopped:
- Waiting until things got bad
- Trying to deep clean every day
And started:
👉 doing small things consistently
Weekly Cleaning Focus
Each week I focus on:
- Bathrooms
- Floors
- Bedrooms
This keeps everything balanced.
Getting Kids Involved
Even younger kids can help:
- Picking up toys
- Folding small items
- Cleaning their space
Keep It Realistic
Your home should feel:
- lived in
- comfortable
- functional
Not like a showroom.
Cleaning Essentials I Use:
You can shop my cleaning essentials here:
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- Spin mop
- Vacuum
- Storage bins