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.

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.

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.

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.

NEW HOUSE TOUR, PLEASEEEE!!! 🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡

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.

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.

Your son is absolutely ADORABLE! As a grandmother I just want to pick him up and love on him. 🙂

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!

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!

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.

I love using the timer trick. Sometimes I stop when the tier goes off and sometimes I keep going.

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! 😊

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! 💜

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.❤❤❤😊

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!

I find putting on cleaning videos really helps me focus. 🤗 thanks for the video.

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!❤

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❤

Thank you for the tips! We waited for this kind of content ❤🙏

The laundry detergents today are working at their best in cold water. I would always read what is recommended by your equipment.

This is one of my favorite Videos. Packed full of info. Thank you 🤗

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.

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!

What an amazing video. I’ve been a fan for a while but dang this one was awesome! Thank you!

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.

Great ideas, KALLIE. I enjoy watching your videos. God bless you and your beautiful growing family.

Perfect tips! Thanks so much ❤

Loved this video! You are so relatable ❤

It's HOT. 109 heat index in SC !! Thanxs for all the tips ....

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. 👵

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.

Brilliant! Thank you so much 😊

I always enjoy your videos. Great information.

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 😊

Very helpful tips, thank you.

Great video!! Thank you 🎉❤

I love your videos. Thanks for inspiring.

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.

Dishwasher tips were very helpful. Good video

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.

Thx for the tips

Love this!!

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!

Great tips, thanks !

You make great videos. Thank you!

Kallie, it's always a pleasure to watch your videos. Thanks for keeping it real!

Great great video! Learned a lot Thank you 😊

Loved this video xxx

I watch vids like this to get into the cleaning mood :)

Timmers are awesome!

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.

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.

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.

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

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 🤗

Great ideas!

GREAT tips!

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!

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. :)

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.

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!

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 😁

You are soo right❤❤❤❤❤❤

I love your videos ❤

Thank you, excellent suggestions. Yes, a streak of 100s plus where I live. 😅

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!

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 🤞

Hot water also sets stains, and cold removes them.

Sone very good ideas in this one 👌🏻😊

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. 😊

Loved the video! What cleaner did you pour into the toilet brush holder? I love this idea.

Woohoo! Connecticut!!!!! But yeah, it's crazy hot here.

Yes, CT, has been yucky but I just came back from Arizona and will not allow myself to complain. :)

The dishwasher section is giving major Technology Connection vibes. ❤❤❤

try living in the south especially in August. You walk outside and you’re soaking wet! Thanks for the cleaning tips!!

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.

What is the name of the Bissell? I love your channel. You teach me so many hacks.

Those overalls are the cutest on you ❤

Thanks so much for a great video! I’d like to know more about using my washing machine correctly. So far I’ve used “normal”. lol

Thanks for the video

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

You and I have the exact same dishwasher! How do you like yours? As always great video and tips! Thanks!

I absolutely LOVE my Bissell Crosswave!! Cant imagine a pet-infested home without it!!

I need to know where you got your kids book storage bins!

I noticed on my washer since it's an energy efficient model sometimes not all the items got wet or sufficiently washed if it was a bigger load like a ruggable or towels. So I noticed there was a deep wash setting so basically I could fill the machine with more water and get a better clean.

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....

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!

I'm in a West Hartford and the heat and humidity are awful!

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 🇮🇪

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.

Thanks for the info about using the dishwasher 👋🧑‍🦳🇦🇺

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.

We need to start a list of EDB quotes that are outstanding. "Her tone has air quotes."

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

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.

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.

I watch a lot of your videos... Just wondering if you have any tips for utilising deep drawers? (The drawer is the size of 2 normal drawers). Any tips please!!!!

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.

Great practical tips! Thank you.