Tag: home organization
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From One Rage Cleaner to Another: Feels Good, Doesn’t It?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the infamous “rage clean.” You know the drill: one minute, everything is fine, and the next, you’re on your hands and knees, vacuuming up that random rock your child decided to bring inside—only to leave it on the floor for days. At first, it didn’t bother you, but now, seeing that…
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Returning Home From a Child-Free Getaway: The Struggle is Real
Get Pregnant Fast I’m fully aware that one day I’ll look back fondly on the random trinkets scattered around my home, like a small drawer labeled “googly eyes.” The thought of not tripping over assorted sizes of cleats and shin guards in my basement will likely evoke a twinge of nostalgia in the future. I…
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Eight Key Insights I’ve Gained From My Journey as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Being a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) has been one of the most fulfilling yet challenging roles I’ve taken on. After years of juggling multiple jobs, I thought I knew what hard work entailed. But transitioning to full-time caregiver for my children has introduced a whole new level of complexity. Here are eight invaluable…
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When Your Tween’s Space Demands a Major Cleanup
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I typically let my kids handle their own room cleaning. I believe it teaches them responsibility, nurtures their independence, and instills a sense of ownership. Plus, I admit it—I’m a bit lazy and prefer not to wade through their messes. However, there are those rare moments—maybe once a year—when…
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10 New Year’s Resolutions My Family Should Really Consider
Get Pregnant Fast As the year comes to a close, it’s a natural time to reflect on our lives and think about ways we can improve. We often make personal resolutions—some lofty, some attainable. Yet, it seems like my list typically includes the usual fitness goals that may fizzle out by the end of the…
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Why It’s Completely Fine That My Kids Skip Making Their Beds (And I Do Too)
Get Pregnant Fast “The state of your bed is the state of your head.” This phrase pops up frequently in discussions about the benefits of making your bed, claiming that it leads to greater happiness and productivity. If that’s the case, my mind must be a bit tousled and chaotic—and honestly, I’m perfectly fine with…
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My Family’s Towel Folding Dilemma
Get Pregnant Fast I recently stumbled upon my partner, Mike, folding the towels in a way that drives me absolutely nuts. For him, the “right” way involves folding them in half lengthwise, then crosswise, before cramming them into the cabinet. My stepson, Jake, has embraced this method too. But my preferred technique? I fold the…
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Where Are All the Spoons? (And Other Things That Go Missing)
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a riddle that seems to transcend time and space: Where on earth have all the spoons gone? Some things vanishing from our homes are just part of the chaos of life. Your keys are always missing when you’re in a rush, and those socks? They’re likely gone for good, never to…
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Embracing the Chaos: Why I Let Go of the Pursuit of a Perfectly Clean Home
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother, there are countless roles you naturally step into. You comfort your children through their tears, prepare their meals, share beloved stories, and clean up after them. You find yourself wiping down surfaces, picking up toys, and organizing everything in sight. You are the designated cleaner, the one who sorts…