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Make Cleaning 10x Easier (because life is already complicated enough)

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That Practical Mom

That Practical Mom

Күн бұрын

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@angelirohival6270
@angelirohival6270 Ай бұрын
Having a clean kitchen when I go downstairs to sit at my kitchen table to drink my coffee and start my day is the BEST feeling! No matter how tired I am, I make sure my kitchen is clean before I head upstairs to bed. That is a good habit to have.
@annetrevino4775
@annetrevino4775 Ай бұрын
Agree 100%
@Puppylove82-gv3gm
@Puppylove82-gv3gm Ай бұрын
Yesss!! I wipe counters, wash and put up dishes and do laundry daily. As long as I stay on top of that, it never piles up and is way easier to clean the weekly things and I don't mind as much!
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Speak for yourself, busy body!
@brendastough2800
@brendastough2800 18 күн бұрын
I agree !!!!! 😀
@ginlj
@ginlj Ай бұрын
I'm trying to remember having your energy when my 3 children were little but wait...no, can't do it. I never sat down, for sure, but your joyful enthusiasm is contagious which is why we love you so much. Great video.
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Pretentious to claim this is the only video you’ll need…who does she think she is?
@joyfoley4265
@joyfoley4265 29 күн бұрын
Rude
@Sunshine33333
@Sunshine33333 Ай бұрын
FORGET THE CLEANING KALLIE, YOU LOOK ABSOLUTELY RADIANT, BEAUTIFUL, GORGEOUS, YOU LOOK LIKE A GLOWING GODDESS!!! Pregnancy seems to agree with you. My mother always used to tell me if you keep up each day with something like a bathroom, you won't have as much work, you are so right. Thank you for the ideas and may God bless you and your growing family.
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Busy body.
@Sunshine33333
@Sunshine33333 Ай бұрын
@@FrankGutowski-ls8jt ???????
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
@@Sunshine33333 Busybody, yes. Another YT busybody.
@trinity6diversia
@trinity6diversia Ай бұрын
A while ago, seriously like 2-3 years ago, you said something about surface clutter, and it was a lightbulb moment. I've got 2 toddlers now and just moved, and some days I don't have much left to give to a full clean, but I always get the surfaces. It helps so much! And most of the time, just cleaning off one small surface will be the forward motion I need to get more done.
@latifx3944
@latifx3944 Ай бұрын
I have Autism and ADHD and I have to say these hacks are really helpful for people like me. For example, keeping cleaning supplies in bathrooms. If I leave the room to go get my cleaning supplies I WILL GET DISTRACTED and forget what I was doing in the first place! I personally solved my clutter issue with bookshelves. I have book shelves everywhere, mainly to display books, figurines exc so that they aren't on counters or on the floor. Another nice hack was the laundry separation, but I go a step further and give everyone but the kids two baskets. One for tops and one for bottoms and put them where I tend to get undressed. I absolutely hate having to sort and it's the hardest part of laundry(at least for me) I also have a shower cleaner with an attachable hose. After my shower I simply spray down my tub, let it sit while I dry my hair, come back and use the hottest setting with my shower head on high pressure to remove any debris. No more scrubbing for me! Two minutes and BAM! I'm done.
@tanjastraumberg
@tanjastraumberg 28 күн бұрын
I don't know about American dishwashers, but German ones have just a cold water port and they heat the water automatically to the temperature you're setting it to. So letting hot water run at the faucet doesn't give you a head start, but extra water costs.
@dianamariatican6640
@dianamariatican6640 21 сағат бұрын
😂 that’s actually a good point, I was thinking the exact same thing
@susanhenley8240
@susanhenley8240 Ай бұрын
Having cleaning supplies in each bathroom makes cleaning easier! I personally loathe dusting(!!!), so I minimize clutter and "stuff" so I do far less dusting.
@GrammyNM23
@GrammyNM23 Ай бұрын
I’m like you. I detest dusting! Sadly I live in the desert Southwest and in a dust bowl. Give me 10 bathrooms to clean before I dust one room.
@ruthprescott1136
@ruthprescott1136 Ай бұрын
Problem is it just comes back !! It’s my least favourite too so I have relatively clear surfaces
@debbieturley8673
@debbieturley8673 Ай бұрын
Thanks so much for reminding me about the law of motion! I have been ill for several weeks and the combined effects of being exhausted after a long viral illness, a new onset of a heart condition, effects of chronic illnesses, and side effects of a new medication have had me on the couch for weeks now. But you reminded me that once I make the big effort of dragging myself upright, I can stay that way, even if only for 15 minutes. In that time I took down the old laundry and started a new load, put the dishes in to soak so I can wash them easily later, then tidied the living room before I had to hit the couch again. If I do this once an hour I am confident that I can get my home back to some semblance of pre-illness normalcy. This really cheered me up too!
@treeintheroad
@treeintheroad Ай бұрын
I’m sorry you are going through this. I feel like you are describing my life. Even a little goes a long way.
@SoundofSilence492
@SoundofSilence492 Ай бұрын
Hope you have a quick recovery! I can empathize, I’m not a spring chicken anymore and trying to downsize is overwhelming, with some knee limitations due to aging and ongoing viral load from covid vaccinations. Dealing with the hand I was dealt. 😉 The good news is my cat doesn’t expect perfection as long as her crunchies, Sheba and water are replenished and the litter box is attended to 😹. Just don’t want to leave a mess for my kid when I go, like my mom did to us, and that propels me to keep at it… even a couple of hours a day keeps the entropy away…
@yvonnesmith2578
@yvonnesmith2578 Ай бұрын
@@SoundofSilence492I’m with you, same!
@SoundofSilence492
@SoundofSilence492 Ай бұрын
@@yvonnesmith2578 😉
@paulavandieden8609
@paulavandieden8609 Ай бұрын
Right with you there! But also remember not to overdo it during the 'good' times, pace yourself and it will all work out
@gaylenazarian1795
@gaylenazarian1795 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. I am a grandma. I used to wash clothes like you showed in your video when our kids were young. I have changed the way I wash clothes. Wash Likes with Likes works best. The fabric type is important. The color is important. Your whites should look white, not gray. Clothes look better and last longer washing Likes with Likes. Also, wash microfiber anything with other microfiber. Wash cotton sheets with cotton sheets.
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Oh my. What a busy body! Who asked for your opinion about washing laundry???
@gericolgrove380
@gericolgrove380 3 күн бұрын
I have 2 bathrooms, each one has a spray bottle of glass cleaner, disinfectant spray and a roll of paper towels. I keep the paper towels on a hook that was really meant for extra toilet paper, 🧻 it hooks on the side of the tank. That is a lifesaver for quick clean ups after getting ready for the day. Our toothbrush’s and tooth paste are kept inside the door of the vanity in a small wire basket on command hooks and all makeup and such is in the side drawers. I only keep a box of tissues , a hand soap dispenser, and a medium size vase/foliage for decor on the counter. That keeps it simple upkeep for me. You inspired me to do a quick evening kitchen cleanup some years ago and it’s just nice to get up and have a fresh place to make coffee and start my day! Thank you for that! ❤❤❤
@denisetarabori553
@denisetarabori553 3 күн бұрын
You are so delightful and inspiring!! I was a working RN (ED, Coronary Care, L&D)with 5 children and had the energy of the pink bunny with a drum in spite of all I had to do. Well, I’m retired now and all that get-up and go has gotten up and gone. Ha! That said, I want to repeat that you inspire me with your tips and tricks. The biggest lesson I learned from you is “Task initiation”. I don’t set a timer for any given task. Instead I do what I can do until the first sign of the aches and pains of my age tell me it’s time to stop and rest and stretch and revive. 😊 I already knew and practice many of the things in this and your other videos, but the ones I didn’t know have been very helpful. So thank you for these. I wish you a perfect third trimester, Labor & delivery, and postpartum for a happy healthy baby! ❤
@natalief9937
@natalief9937 Ай бұрын
We were told by a GE repairman to put the pod in the bottom of the dishwasher because the little soap dispenser is made for liquid or powder soap, not pods. So he actually said putting it at the bottom of the basin lets the soap give your dishes a better clean. Maybe it depends on the dishwasher but it solved our problem of pods not dissolving completely and leaving a lot of residue on our dishes
@KH-hr5xm
@KH-hr5xm Ай бұрын
Same. We switched to powder. My husband is an engineer at GE Appliances. Our dishes look a lot better now!
@Victoria-wg7jb
@Victoria-wg7jb Ай бұрын
The same thing was told to my father by the same people. I practice that now and never had any problems .
@estellestone5322
@estellestone5322 Ай бұрын
Your son is absolutely ADORABLE! As a grandmother I just want to pick him up and love on him. 🙂
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Oh please….
@Strive49
@Strive49 20 күн бұрын
You know I was just thinking about you. I don't usually follow KZfaqrs but you are one of the few I always love listening to. I've always been easily tired even before I had kids. Now with kids I'm running on empty. But everything you've said has helped. The 10 min rule when I can only muster up very little energy. A body in motion stays in motion. That's a big one. If I just get started, I end up having more energy than if I'm just sitting around. End up accomplishing so much more. There are so many other examples but all I can say is you've really helped me figure out how to survive with kids. I'm slowly but surely decluttering and organizing my home. Wishing you all the best with your the new baby!
@debbybrown5961
@debbybrown5961 Ай бұрын
I love using the timer trick. Sometimes I stop when the tier goes off and sometimes I keep going.
@julielavers3394
@julielavers3394 Ай бұрын
Great tips! I especially like the run hot water so the dishwasher water is warm! ❤ Mopping the floor with a baby on your hip, moms - we do SO much! 😊
@jennyjenkins877
@jennyjenkins877 Ай бұрын
I run hot water in the laundry sink so a hot wash starts out hot but it's weird that I never thought to do that for the dishwasher too.
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
@@jennyjenkins877 Reason: you’re clueless.
@joyfoley4265
@joyfoley4265 29 күн бұрын
​@@FrankGutowski-ls8jtyou are an ass
@charmiemala
@charmiemala 23 күн бұрын
Thanks for the tips! Have you ever done a video on keeping a house clean 101 for people who purchased their first home? Like what are some things to do to maintain a home? Going from renting to buying can be overwhelming!
@angelamarie75
@angelamarie75 Ай бұрын
NEW HOUSE TOUR, PLEASEEEE!!! 🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡
@jarhead5974
@jarhead5974 Ай бұрын
I read that Kallie will not do that. She said that she will not do a tour of each room. I wish she would explain to us why she won't. Arlene
@angelamarie75
@angelamarie75 Ай бұрын
@@jarhead5974 That's so weird because she's done that with every house! 🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️
@jarhead5974
@jarhead5974 Ай бұрын
@@angelamarie75 not when she had her kitchen remodeled to that green color. I asked her numerous times if she would do a tour of the remodel and she never did.
@angelamarie75
@angelamarie75 Ай бұрын
@@jarhead5974 Oh, I thought she did. 🤷🏻‍♀️ I've been a subscriber of hers back when she did crafts and mascara reviews lol 😆 Oh well, that's probably why she got the studio, to leave her personal life personal. 🤷🏻‍♀️
@bernerandgoldenmom7143
@bernerandgoldenmom7143 Ай бұрын
All good practical advice, especially breaking down of tasks so they aren't overwhelming, and setting a timer so you're just thinking about the time. Not only do these tips help you feel better mentally, but they help as you get older. We've been in our house for 25 years. Doing a little at a time is easier on your body, especially as you age, and if you're not a fan of cleaning, the timer makes it bearable, but it also keeps it "doable" as you age. Just some points from an old timer. 👵
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Another old busybody.
@sage_forensics_2261
@sage_forensics_2261 Ай бұрын
Making sure there are no dirty dishes in the sink really does work! Another idea along the same lines is the idea of "closing the kitchen" or "putting the kitchen to bed" so to speak. I've heard many speak of this idea/strategy, and I'm almost positive Kallie has, too. It kinda makes sense if you're going to take care of the sink that you may as well finish the job and clean the rest of the kitchen as well. As one who has worked multiple restaurant jobs (ah, the college days!), there's nothing like a clean kitchen with everything put back into place at the end of the night. This would also be when you would run the dishwasher, too, BTW. The advantage of doing this is that you wake up to a clean kitchen and clean dishes! I like to leave the dishwasher door open overnight so they can fully dry, too; the "towel in the door trick" never worked for me, and I prefer not to pay for a heated dry cycle--especially in the summer...in the South. We have enough heat to deal with, and I don't need another reason to run the A/C more, LOL! That said, another idea Kallie has suggested over the years is habit-stacking. In this situation, if I take care of dishes/kitchen at night that means I can start laundry first thing in the morning. So, I'll start a load while I am making breakfast.(Often, I already have the laundry in the washer the night before and only need to add the detergent/oxi-clean/ect.--no decisions to be made that early, LOL!) My clothes washer hooks up to my kitchen sink, so staggering in this way actually works better and is necessary as both machines can't run at the same time. Making a hobit for one at night and one in the morning takes the guess work out of it, you know? I'm not saying others need to do this, but find where you can make things easier for yourself. It might be because of a conflict of using two appliances like mine...a "problem becomes a solution." You may be surprised! 💜
@katieinhops5163
@katieinhops5163 Ай бұрын
While watching your video, I made the multipurpose cleaner and placed some in each bathroom, I cleaned and organized my front closet (got a new cabinet so all games and blankets came out of closet-woah to all this room!). I felt more productive in the time watching your video than I have all day.
@lauralazar4514
@lauralazar4514 Ай бұрын
You’re such a great sense of sunshine when I open my KZfaq to your beautiful face! Your content is always insightful and so much much appreciated❤
@barbmeirhaeghe1846
@barbmeirhaeghe1846 Ай бұрын
The laundry detergents today are working at their best in cold water. I would always read what is recommended by your equipment.
@calicomm1481
@calicomm1481 Ай бұрын
All detergents and soaps work better in hot or warm water. Especially since most dirty things in a home are dirty because they are oily (people, animal and food oils).
@Carakuefler
@Carakuefler Ай бұрын
I find putting on cleaning videos really helps me focus. 🤗 thanks for the video.
@dieserPanda
@dieserPanda Ай бұрын
Interesting that the dishwashers in the U.S. seems to be different than in Europe, ours is attached to the cold water and is heating it up to the desired temperature.
@anmertens6970
@anmertens6970 19 күн бұрын
I noticed the same thing; our dishwasher is only attached to the cold water tap. It heats itself up. I thought they all worked the same
@jenocean824
@jenocean824 Ай бұрын
Another awesome and helpful video! One of my absolute favorite tips from you, (from one of your past videos) is starting a new habit by attaching it to an existing habit! For me it's emptying my dishwasher while making my coffee every morning. Since I combine one pod into one large cup setting and one small cup setting into my big mug, I can usually get the dishwasher empty before my mug is full. I find myself starting this task on automatic and it gets my most disliked task done quickly. I've since attached other new habits to existing ones and it has changed my daily routines, Thank you so much for your great advice. Keep it coming!
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Busybody.
@empresswb641
@empresswb641 Ай бұрын
I am very late to the cordless vac trend, mostly because I never saw the reason. But wow, not only is my Dyson so fast and efficient, but I never mind using it daily. It really does make a big difference.
@devinfarrelly3768
@devinfarrelly3768 Ай бұрын
I always put things away right away and clean as I go, which has revolutionized my house. If I’m sick or tired, I do five minutes at a time, a small load of wash, or empty dishwasher, etc. I also love my Dyson cordless vacume.
@Afcour
@Afcour Ай бұрын
You have changed my life. Since watching your videos most of my home is almost immaculate every night despite having a 1 year old, 3 year old, dog and a demanding job! I do washing every day and clean the kitchen every night. I really enjoy it!
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
I’m suck of hearing these kinds of lies.
@susannewillert2685
@susannewillert2685 14 күн бұрын
I sort my clothes by having different hampers. I got skinny sterlite ones. Have a dark, a lights (not just white) and one for jeans. In the hall I have one for towels. I also have a few little ones in my closet for delicates. Makes it so much easier to do the laundry, just grab a hamper and put in wash! My kids are older and do their own laundry. My youngest was struggling to start laundry so I got her multiple skinny hampers like I do so she can sort as she goes. So much easier to get laundry started! So much easier to sort as you put stuff in the hamper!!
@deloreshall5459
@deloreshall5459 Ай бұрын
Hey Kallie. Did not know some things about washer, dishwasher. When I started watching your channel, took on sink challenge. IT WORKS AND HAS EXPANDED. love ya girl. Keep tips coming.❤❤❤😊
@susettetaylor1600
@susettetaylor1600 Ай бұрын
What?!?! I just bought your wet/dry Robo because of you!?!?! I wondered how you cleaned the low pile rugs....oK I have to remember how much you loved yours 😊
@teresacurtis6025
@teresacurtis6025 Ай бұрын
I've been telling my husband for years that we need to heat up the water in the sink before turning on the dishwasher and he has always told me I was crazy, and it's just wasting water. The dishwasher we have now is only our second one in 20 years so I'm a believer!!!! Thanks for the hacks, love watching your videos.😊Can't believe you are expecting again, I thought I was seeing an old video a couple of weeks ago. Congratulations 🤗
@earth2jules599
@earth2jules599 Ай бұрын
We just catch the not-hot-enough water in another container and use it as needed. Between the water filter pitcher, teapot, sports bottles, and watering can for plants, there's always something handy. That way, the hot water is available for the dishwasher and the plant water has time to sit to let the chlorine off-gas on out.
@user-vm5ud4xw6n
@user-vm5ud4xw6n Ай бұрын
I have a lot of whites for the summer. I’ve taken your advice about the timer. Works great. Sometimes I go back and reset it so I can finish my task. Also use wipes to hit the sink with a swipe or 2. Long ago I started using the disposable toilet bowl cleaner. Take the wand, stick it onto the little nob on top of the cleaner pad and go for it. I don’t have to touch the wand to remove the cleaner pad. Still Struggling a bit with the shower. I have a pretty bad back so it’s tough for me. I’m getting there. Biggest problem is that I’m living with my kids. When my husband died my son told me I could stay with them. Unfortunately the room has no closet and no window. But I’m working on it! Thanks for your tips and encouragement . BzTW…to reward myself I buy a pretty bouquet of flowers from the grocery store!
@erinhaynes6614
@erinhaynes6614 Ай бұрын
I also have back issues and I use those toilet wands (clean of course) to clean my shower. Works great!
@roannabrummel1423
@roannabrummel1423 Ай бұрын
Oh my gosh, I so agree with you about coming to a clean kitchen in the morning starts my day off right. Makes me smile. 😊
@haveitontheside
@haveitontheside Ай бұрын
The dishwasher section is giving major Technology Connection vibes. ❤❤❤
@ceballard1215
@ceballard1215 Ай бұрын
His channel is SO helpful!
@haveitontheside
@haveitontheside Ай бұрын
@@ceballard1215 he's one of my favorite KZfaqrs. Both for his practical advice and for the deep dives into the tech that makes up today. His looks into midcentury RCA and Sony's beta systems are so good. I completely changed how I wash my dishes after watching his first video on dishwashers. It also made me feel less bad about only buying powder. I feel like we save so much money on just getting powder.
@christinemedeiros6672
@christinemedeiros6672 5 күн бұрын
OMG!! I think the exact same way as far as the tiolet!! I hate cleaning the curves on it! I'm glad I'm not alone!
@kileyabel3758
@kileyabel3758 Ай бұрын
LOVE MY BISSELL CROSSWAVE! But I am opposite on cleaning supplies and cleaning gadgets. I love new cleaning gadgets! Anything to make cleaning easier! I also like different cleaner for different areas, I couldn't do the vinegar at all 🤢 I have tried it and I don't like the smell, even though it does go away. But mostly I hate the smell on my hands! I am like that even with good smelling cleaners, I wear disposable rubber gloves as I clean! This was a game changer for me! I hated that my hands felt dirty after I clean, even after washing them. (Neurodivergent) 🤣 But they are especially helpful in the bathrooms, and kitchen, where we use the more harsh chemicals. But I'll put them on to load my dishwasher, and lightly clean my kitchen, then go into the living room/computer room, touch up bedrooms, and lastly I will clean the bathrooms. That way there I am not getting my hands dirty or wasting gloves, since I need to have them due to my aversions. Once I figured that out, I was cleaning everything that I previously ignored. Like the stove in the air fryer, because I don't like the feel of grease on my hands either. And no matter what I cannot stand the feel microfiber cloths!!!! 🤢 (Sensory issues) So that brings me to my next point... So if there are any 'Neurodivergent' people coming to check out this video, which chances are there are many! If you suffer from sensory issues as well, buy gloves!!! ❤️ We struggle more then others mostly due to executive dysfunction. So we come here to help us manage it, and gain skills to be more organized and "get that get up and go" attitude! And hopefully learn some mind tricks as well as cleaning tricks, while we are most likely staring at a task that seems impossible, so we sit in our messy homes while watching this video and others like it. 😂 Being Neurodivergent can manifest as difficulty planning, starting or completing tasks, keeping organized among many other issues that have to do with maintaining a clean, clutter free home. There are so many of us that are also struggling 😢 I am in no way trying to be rude or offend anybody, like I said I am neurodivergent as well. I just wanted to give tip for those of us with sensory issues, and make a light-hearted joke, and to let others know, you're not alone in this daily cycle ❤ PLEASE SHARE IN THE REPLIES IF YOU HAVE ANY OTHER TIPS THAT MAY HELP OTHERS! I wish I had more, but wearing gloves for sensory issues is all I have 😅 Oh and get yourself a Crosswave! The second generation vacuum works great! I have both the first and the second, I much prefer the 2nd. My only gripe with it is, the charging. Sometimes it takes me a little longer because I fixate on my floor, so I will have to recharge it. It's not a charging issue, it's more of a me issue 😁
@MaryseRacine7640
@MaryseRacine7640 Ай бұрын
I totally agree with you! If you keep up with regular cleaning, your house will get easier to keep clean. No need to deep clean. For exemple, I swipe my fridge shelves every day. Make sure to swipe like ketchup or mayo when I use them and there is no mess on the shelves…Take no more than 5 minutes. Guess what, I haven’t have to do a deep clean for a while…
@reenaveen
@reenaveen Ай бұрын
Need to learn this! So you empty your fridge shelves everyday to clean them?
@christinebrito1013
@christinebrito1013 Ай бұрын
@MaryseRacine7640
@MaryseRacine7640 Ай бұрын
@@reenaveen no, before I put back what I took out of my fridge to cook, I swipe the shelves before storing things back. That doesn’t take time. I lift everything else on the same shelve and swipe under it. Of course, once a day is fine enough and my shelves are always clean.
@Nonsequitoria2010
@Nonsequitoria2010 Ай бұрын
My brother and I have a tiny little countertop dishwasher that hooks onto the kitchen sink, which is how we learned to let the tap water run hot before turning on the dishwasher. ;)
@cindikiser8282
@cindikiser8282 Ай бұрын
I agree definitely taking the extra 10 minutes to do the dishes and wipe the kitchen makes a great difference. Having cleaning items in the bathroom is a game changer. I have also a separate shelf or drawer for each person in the bathroom for the individual products toothbrushes and such that eliminates cleaning as well as everyone responsible for their own laundry. So much less stressful for Mom.
@joannecarlyle3823
@joannecarlyle3823 28 күн бұрын
Wow!! Thanks for explaining the dishwasher like you did!!! LOL! All these years… didn’t know about just throwing in the pod instead of the little container.
@lindalomax5448
@lindalomax5448 Ай бұрын
Ah! A hot summer would be good but we’ve had rain and rain in the UK. We had sun today. (25C) the best temp in ages!
@tanyafletcher7567
@tanyafletcher7567 Ай бұрын
Get rid of the coffee table too. Best thing we ever did for cleaning. 🤣
@bcd4562
@bcd4562 Ай бұрын
💯💯💯💯💯💯
@donnaharrell8278
@donnaharrell8278 Ай бұрын
I HATE THAT WASHERS TRY TO WASH WITH NO WATER!!!!! THIS DOES NOT GET CLOTHES CLEAN......WASH SOMETHING BY HAND AND SEE THE COLOR OF THE WATER....
@janteynor5524
@janteynor5524 20 күн бұрын
Exactly, new washers are awful. I opted to special order a washer that fills with water and actually has a normal agitator. I love it! Plus, I saved an enormous amount of money! 😊
@pauladrennan4223
@pauladrennan4223 Ай бұрын
I absolutely LOVE my Bissell Crosswave!! Cant imagine a pet-infested home without it!!
@itsmecsmythe
@itsmecsmythe Ай бұрын
Kallie, it's always a pleasure to watch your videos. Thanks for keeping it real!
@starsunmoon30
@starsunmoon30 Ай бұрын
It's HOT. 109 heat index in SC !! Thanxs for all the tips ....
@kathyyarbrough8656
@kathyyarbrough8656 Ай бұрын
try living in the south especially in August. You walk outside and you’re soaking wet! Thanks for the cleaning tips!!
@SecillyJonesandKids
@SecillyJonesandKids Ай бұрын
So true girl!! The heat down south and humidity especially is something serious!
@SapphireandFadedJeans
@SapphireandFadedJeans Ай бұрын
Like Kallie, I live in CT. When we get these humid weeks (maybe 4-6/year), lots of us say "I could NEVER live in the south..." Then again, zero degree wind chill days are the other end of the spectrum. Two entirely different wardrobes - shorts, sandals, snow boots, mittens - multiple that by 4 kids! 😲
@NewLifeJewelryCreations-fl8kk
@NewLifeJewelryCreations-fl8kk 4 күн бұрын
We did commercial cleaning as a family when the boys were younger. During commercial we did cleaning for one show. It made it a game.
@Gavinsrents
@Gavinsrents Ай бұрын
Thanks for the dishwasher demo/explanation. I have four kids too and really don’t buy new stuff. My dining room table turned into a craft table and is covered in markers. I’d love something beautiful but then I know I’ll stress keeping it even cleaner. Throw pillows are just for throwing like you said.
@susannewillert2685
@susannewillert2685 14 күн бұрын
I leave my vacuum cleaner plugged in, and in my kitchen ready to go. Also like the bona mop pad system for quick spills.
@patreading5413
@patreading5413 16 күн бұрын
Love the tricks. Need all I can get , can’t work as much as I could when I was young, now that I’m in my 87 th year.
@idahopreps4242
@idahopreps4242 Ай бұрын
I do the timer mind game for the kitchen too, it works well. Your dishwasher and washing machine have a filter that needs to be cleaned. I pull my dishwasher one the first of the month and use a bit of Dawn Powerwash and a toothbrush to clean it. Then I run a dishwasher cleaner tablet (from Amazon) without any dishes in it. We pull our washing machine filter about 2x a year.
@TheSwimmom1
@TheSwimmom1 23 күн бұрын
I always sort my laundry into 3 coulour groups. whites in hot (sheets, tshirts socks etc) Mid colour in warm (beiges, grey light blue) and darks in cold to preserve the colours (dark blue, red, black) My dish cloths and t towels are a separate load soaked in oxyclean and washed on hot. I also believe in folding and if needed iron all clothes to take care of them and not look like we slept in our clothes. It's important to teach children to care for their things including clothing.
@yvonnependleton470
@yvonnependleton470 Ай бұрын
I have followed you for a couple of years now, and you are simply the BEST in so many ways. Watching your videos not only gives me inspiration and motivation for whatever topic you choose to discuss, but also jump-starts me on all kinds of other, totally unrelated, activities. I started my day with you extra early today because I have a research paper I am writing, and the organization required to be productive at that task is- for me- identical to the organizational tools you use in your everyday life (which I love, by the way- what a terrific Mom, friend and family member you must be to everyone fortunate enough to know you personally). Thank you!
@MaryKay-Cia
@MaryKay-Cia 18 күн бұрын
The throw pillows 😩. I have so many beautiful throw pillows for the seasons and yep, they pretty much have to stay hidden because I end up spending all my time picking them up.
@virginiadennehy2616
@virginiadennehy2616 Ай бұрын
When your kids become teenagers, using color coded towels, different color/pattern per kid works wonders! Stops so many arguments in our home, especially if the kids do their own laundry.
@terrirojas
@terrirojas Ай бұрын
I had a friend in college who was one of 6 and her mom did this - every sibling had their own color of everything. Towels, plates, cups, toothbrushes… y’all get it. I thought it was genius! Her color was yellow 😂
@None-jt4ro
@None-jt4ro Ай бұрын
Yes true hangers for clothes too
@HeartBevy
@HeartBevy Ай бұрын
pretty great accommodations to help with keeping a clean environment when you have adhd. using pomadoro timers to get started. keeping items at point of performance. not eating the frog first and instead starting with easier, visibly noticeable tasks so you get a dopamine hit which helps give you momentum from being in motion and satisfaction from a visibly noticeable task completion. habits/routines to help not have to remember to do things or try to decide where to start. streamlining tasks by using tools optimally and starting tasks while keeping in mind making the entire process easier on you. i also don’t let my clothes sit in the dryer long enough to cool down so i can shake out any wrinkles and fold while still warm so i don’t have to iron things. working on my routine is my current thingy. fingers crossed 🤞
@tquirkyt7118
@tquirkyt7118 14 күн бұрын
I never delay my dishwasher…always run it immediately after loading the dishes and I already have the hot water at the sink. Much cleaner than using a delay, with that noted cold water sitting in your pipes😎 I think it’s very interesting. That people will spend a lot of money on these huge appliances, which come with a handy manual, but don’t read them to get the most out of their dollar. There is no need to use hot water with today’s laundry detergent. For most clothing loads the quick cycle with an extra rinse on tap cold setting gets everything wonderfully clean …using a shout stain sheet, one pod of laundry soap, and one scoop of oxy.
@janinem5196
@janinem5196 Ай бұрын
Hot water also sets stains, and cold removes them.
@smallparticlelinda
@smallparticlelinda Ай бұрын
I didn't know another baby is coming! Congratulations and take care! Btw I really admire your dedication and your intellect. They've really helped me stay clean and organized. Thx for sharing your tips!
@angiewick169
@angiewick169 Ай бұрын
I too just recently watched a video showing how to use dishwashers…..i now throw a pod in the bottom of the tub, just to take care of that. :) i always used to scrub the dishes before loading, as they didn’t get cleaned otherwise. :)
@Catherine-xk7ym
@Catherine-xk7ym Ай бұрын
I love looking at different cleaning videos, yours is the one I always keep coming back to you, I’m watching here in Ireland, thank you so much 🇮🇪
@roguetaco5487
@roguetaco5487 Ай бұрын
Always good tips and love reading other suggestions in the comments even though I don't have kids. I still have a house, with stuff, and dust, and cats (and a husband lol) so yeah still need to clean. I found a good way to keep myself motivated is a keep a little dry erase notepad next to my coffee machine. Every morning when I make my coffee as its brewing I think of 3 to 4 tasks to accomplish that day. As a work-from-home employee I still need maintain my tasks, schedule, appointments etc for my job while also giving myself 10 to 15 throughout the day to do some home tasks. It helps get my butt up from my desk too. As a person who thrives on check-lists, the 3-4 items on the little pad help motivate me. Do the dish, load of laundry, sort the mail bin, etc. It might seem like stuff that is obvious for some but with all my other tasks in the day I would forget than have them pile up on the weekends to do.
@brittanyeyre5391
@brittanyeyre5391 Ай бұрын
Love videos like this!! So motivating!! I adopted your kitchen sink rule (I even have co-workers doing it) and keeping cleaning wipes in every bathroom. Game changers!! Thank you!❤
@ashleysupinski2544
@ashleysupinski2544 Ай бұрын
We need to start a list of EDB quotes that are outstanding. "Her tone has air quotes."
@LisyCO
@LisyCO Ай бұрын
In my house, we use cold water for ALL LAUNDRY period. NEVER had an issue. Who cleans their toilet after every time they pee? Agree on folding clothes. It sucks. I don't always fold my clothes (depends on my mood), and I'm an adult and don't have too😂. Thanks for your tips. Stay cool.
@debiwillis9045
@debiwillis9045 Ай бұрын
I fold mine as I take them out of the dryer...can't imagine just leaving it
@heatherdash5815
@heatherdash5815 Ай бұрын
I hang up most of my clothes and I do it right away but....... I usually hang them on the clothes rack in the laundry room and they stay there for a couple weeks 😂
@mljs9245
@mljs9245 Ай бұрын
I mounted a paper towel holder under my bathroom sinks. A little spray cleaner & a handy paper towel makes quick work of those surprise messes.
@jarhead5974
@jarhead5974 Ай бұрын
I just put a paper towel standing upright under my bathroom sinks. And a spray bathroom cleaner is so much better in cleaning than those bathroom wipes. They are way too small.
@Hashifighter15
@Hashifighter15 4 күн бұрын
There are lots of washing machines that the type of cycle does not decide the temperature of the water. We have a top load washing machine and it has a separate setting for water temperature. Just FYI. :)
@cherylperry6301
@cherylperry6301 Ай бұрын
I love your videos! But I especially loved this one. So much collective wisdom we women have to share with one another! I particularly appreciated your comments about overcoming inertia, tackling clutter as an easy way to ‘clean’ and have a sense of accomplishment, and setting the mood-really to do any task whether it is cleaning, making a meal, doing an organizing task: it helps to set aside the time, gather the needed tools/supplies, prepare the space.
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Clueless.
@sharonsalbg
@sharonsalbg Ай бұрын
I just love your videos! I have watched your content for years and am amazed that you keep coming up with ideas for new ones. Thank you!
@danettejachalke5818
@danettejachalke5818 28 күн бұрын
This is one of my favorite Videos. Packed full of info. Thank you 🤗
@TehilaM102
@TehilaM102 Ай бұрын
Thank you for the tips! We waited for this kind of content ❤🙏
@alicia8978
@alicia8978 Ай бұрын
With vacuum mops cleaning out the dirty water tank and surrounding pieces is always a huge barrier for me so I never want to use them. And I get rid of them and then crave the 2 in 1 convenience and buy one and the cycle continues. I do think the bissell handled pet hair the best for me. My others got clogged quickly.
@chrislynn9666
@chrislynn9666 Ай бұрын
Same!
@emilygilstrap31
@emilygilstrap31 Ай бұрын
I don't have throw rugs anywhere, either. No point, plus my 1-year-old dog would probably find a way to unravel it. She destroys lots of fabric, including working on couch pillows. Thankfully, not the couch itself. Anyway, I prefer those fatigue mat rugs in the kitchen myself. Way comfier.
@elizabethbabilonia7046
@elizabethbabilonia7046 Ай бұрын
Great ideas, KALLIE. I enjoy watching your videos. God bless you and your beautiful growing family.
@harleighstringer
@harleighstringer Ай бұрын
i dont think you will ever understand how much you've helped me with maintaining my household lol
@lizyperez5849
@lizyperez5849 26 күн бұрын
Yes, CT, has been yucky but I just came back from Arizona and will not allow myself to complain. :)
@jkplester8917
@jkplester8917 6 күн бұрын
The dirty kitchen sink... yeah, that only works if people STOP EATING before bed - I can achieve that. The others in my household... not so much. I'm now used to cleaning as soon as I get up - I'm more energetic first thing anyway, so, once I got over the fact that I couldn't do it the night before (I mean, I can, it just doesn't stay that way), I was a happy camper (mostly LOL). I AM working on training the others in the household to bring dishes to the counter... next will be putting them into the dishwasher (I'm not 100% skilled with our dishwasher being empty/ready for dirty dishes, at night so this works for now).
@elizabethbabilonia7046
@elizabethbabilonia7046 Ай бұрын
What I've learned throughout the years. I use 2 washcloth for both the kitchen and bathroom because they can be washed dry and reuse. As to using paper towels because there can be costly, take up space. 1 part bleach to 2 part water, and a little pine for deororatizer. In a labeled spray bottle that I can use in my kitchen and bathroom. Saves a lot of money, time, and space.
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt
@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Ай бұрын
Ridiculous. You’re just smearing germs around. Typical clueless housewife.
@emilygilstrap31
@emilygilstrap31 Ай бұрын
Hot water washes when used for most clothes loads will also use more energy, leading to higher electric bills. Don't skimp on dishwasher pods or laundry pods either. I learned the hard way on the washing machine. This was during the tide safety seal recall recently. I had no choice but to get the cheap purex pods, most everything even liquid was out of stock. They don't break up in cold water well at all. They were stuck to certain garments. Tide pods in my experience clean the best out of the normal brand name pods in cold water. Like way better. Also use warm to hot water every few loads & leave the door open for it to dry out inside not just cracked, it keeps the he machine cleaner. We got mold in the ring from only cold water & not enough dry out for only about 2mos. It's a 5 hr bleach process to clean it. Plus a drum clean cycle with cleaner. Not worth the savings. Also powdered dishwasher detergent can clog your line after a few years. I saw a lengthy reddit from many ppl that had recently called a plumber for it. Our dishwasher is kitchenaid (american made) & recommends high grade pods. Just a word to the wise. Trying to help everyone avoid our mistakes.
@brendastough2800
@brendastough2800 18 күн бұрын
Thanks for your cleaning tips Kallie !!!!! ❤❤
@drazar6847
@drazar6847 Ай бұрын
here is what I do in reference to the wipes not being eco. I keep paper towels, the trifold kind in the bathroom for drying hands. Mostly for guests as I do also have a clean hand towel daily. I also keep cheap dollar store box of tissues. Add in foaming hand soap for washing hands ! Add it all together and you have wipes to use. Tissue can be for very small not too wet things and Paper for slightly bigger jobs. This way you don’t need the pre-bought buckets of wipes and the stuff you have is playing double duty.. Eco from the sense that these are paper products and also not just one use. because again they can be used in different ways.
@GrammyNM23
@GrammyNM23 Ай бұрын
You’re right. A body in motion stays in motion. I hit the ground running in the morning and keep going until I’m wiped out. Then I sit and relax for about an hour. Then I’m back up and at it again.
@aileenbastos2750
@aileenbastos2750 Ай бұрын
I'm in a West Hartford and the heat and humidity are awful!
@Ssammm21
@Ssammm21 Ай бұрын
My tip for cleaning, I keep a pretty bottle on my sink shelf(out of reach for my kids easy for me too see..because out of sight out of mind so I keep some rags in the drawer for easy access
@feroldonalson5252
@feroldonalson5252 Ай бұрын
Thank you, excellent suggestions. Yes, a streak of 100s plus where I live. 😅
@kristihurst4853
@kristihurst4853 Ай бұрын
I like to have a rug by my sink, but I use a foam type, that can be mopped... it is a lot easier to clean then a regular rug
@xXDalyladollyXx
@xXDalyladollyXx Ай бұрын
Loved this video! You are so relatable ❤
@terrirojas
@terrirojas Ай бұрын
Throw pillows. Urgh. But our couch is uncomfortable without them behind our backs BUT I hate managing them!
@ginaa6159
@ginaa6159 24 күн бұрын
What an amazing video. I’ve been a fan for a while but dang this one was awesome! Thank you!
@mikkicruz6099
@mikkicruz6099 Ай бұрын
Woohoo! Connecticut!!!!! But yeah, it's crazy hot here.
@kerriegood1046
@kerriegood1046 Ай бұрын
Dishwasher tips were very helpful. Good video
@emmax0000
@emmax0000 17 күн бұрын
Great tips! Thank you!❤
@dawndecesare2177
@dawndecesare2177 23 күн бұрын
I love your rugs. Can I ask where you got them from? I to started with cleaning my kitchen before bed. Now I have a good routine going even though I work a full-time job. Love your videos
@terrirojas
@terrirojas Ай бұрын
Your dishwasher is a Bosch - Bosch’s don’t need pre-anything. They result in the cleanest dishes regardless. I’ve house sat and worked at (two different places) with Bosch dishwashers - so impressive. My next dishwasher will be Bosch
@peggypoole1773
@peggypoole1773 Ай бұрын
I learned several things from video. Shows you can teach an "old dog new tricks"! Thanks.
@erinpetersen7824
@erinpetersen7824 Ай бұрын
Running the hot water before starting the dishwasher is not necessary. All of the dishwashers that I have had only connected to the cold water supply, and heat their water internally. That is why I can choose the temperature setting on my maschine. Only the very old maschines that had a hose connection directly to the water faucet needed hot water. Or are American maschines different?
@user-bo9pe9oz5c
@user-bo9pe9oz5c Ай бұрын
They're different. They connect to the hot water line here. They also don't use dishwasher salt to adjust the wash water, which is a shame.
@AlanasBananas222
@AlanasBananas222 Ай бұрын
I need to know where you got your kids book storage bins!
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