In today’s hectic world, many parents find themselves juggling work, kids, cooking, and household chores with little to no time left for themselves. This relentless cycle can often leave them feeling overwhelmed and less present in their family lives. That’s why a particular story shared by a fellow mom about hiring a professional cleaner to help her regain some sanity strikes a chord with so many of us.
Maya Johnson, cofounder of the well-loved blog Her Perspective on Parenting, recently opened up about her decision to bring in a housekeeper—and she stands by it wholeheartedly. “Today, I decided to let someone else clean my home,” she revealed.
Maya, like many families, is not rolling in money. She and her partner are still tackling student loans, hunting for bargains at stores like Target, and taking few vacations. “We work hard, and between our jobs and family commitments, our time is stretched thin. We have two girls fast approaching their teenage years and a little boy who just celebrated his 6-month birthday,” she explained. “Honestly, we’re exhausted. So very exhausted.”
Her words resonate with countless parents who can relate to the evening chaos of homework, managing schedules, and bedtime routines. “By the time 9 PM rolls around, if we’re lucky, we finally get to sit down and catch a mindless show on Netflix before we doze off for the night,” she noted. Sound familiar?
Maya acknowledges that her family is in a “busy season” of life, and they embrace it. However, she believes that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t take moments for themselves. After noticing the mess accumulating in her home—fingerprints on surfaces and remnants of previous meals—Maya decided enough was enough. “I didn’t cry; I just laughed and, let’s be honest, probably muttered something my mother wouldn’t approve of. Right then, I resolved to hire a cleaner,” she explained.
Her rationale? “At night, I’m too drained to tackle cleaning, and on weekends, I want to cherish time with my loved ones, not spend it sweeping the floor.”
This sentiment reflects how many of us feel—caught between the desire for a clean home and the need for quality time with our family. Instead of hiring help, I often find myself either cleaning and sacrificing precious moments with my kids or ignoring the mess and lamenting the state of my house come Monday. That’s why Maya’s story is so inspiring—she took action to improve her situation.
Is it lazy? Absolutely not. Is it smart? Yes! For anyone who has ever questioned whether hiring a cleaner is a sign of weakness, let me assure you—it’s not. If you have the means, hiring a housekeeper, even occasionally, is a brilliant way to reclaim your time and sanity, allowing you to truly enjoy your family.
Maya writes, “At this stage of motherhood, I’ve learned what brings me joy, and I’m not ashamed of making that a priority—even if it means adjusting our budget a bit.” She shared, “Today, someone else scrubbed my toilets, cleaned the kitchen sink, organized the toys, and tackled the laundry. Doesn’t that sound divine?”
In her words, that help not only brings her more peace but also enables her to be a better partner and parent. “Maya told me she anticipated some backlash, but instead, she was met with support from women who have done the same. ‘Moms are often reluctant to seek help when we really shouldn’t be. We need to remember that we’re superwomen, but we also deserve a break!’”
She concludes with the best advice: “Don’t hesitate to do something that makes your life easier, friend. Trust me—you’re worth it.”
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In summary, hiring a housekeeper is a smart choice that allows busy parents to reclaim their time and focus on what truly matters: their family.