My top tip is “never leave a room empty handed”. Whenever you are going somewhere in the house, car or garden, always have a look if there is anything you can take with you. It keeps the clutter down. My husband and son join in now too and it’s really made a difference.
Im a single parent and studying midwifery full time and I have barley any energy left for cleaning and basic house work stuff. I needed this video to get back into being organised. Thank you!
I was a student nurse with a 1 year old and I won’t lie, I lived in total mess and filth lol. Prioritise your studies and baby :) rest can wait. Now I’m a health visitor and can afford a cleaner :) will all be so worth it xx
I have very little help during the working week and what works for me organisationally is after the child falls asleep for the night to do only what's necessary for the night and for right after waking up and shift the rest to the morning and rather wake up earluer before the child in the morning. Cause in the evening I'm so exhausted that everything takes 2-3 times longer. Also I combine food delivery or half pre-made foods(frozen veggies, fish sticks, baby purees etc.) with home made food to save some time and energy. But I obviously have some level of help around so I cannot imagine how difficult it is to be the only parent, big respect for that and all the best!
Thank you, great video. The thing that helps me the most is doing one job each day eg the bathroom,food shop, hoovering. I always make Sunday’s a no housework day. It works for my family 😊😊 The best thing is to do what works for your family as all households run slightly differently.
You're honestly my favourite lady to watch on UA-cam, your positive mind set and the love you have for your family is really inspiring to me. I have 2 children and 3 step children and my partner struggles with his health as he is disabled, and whenever I am having a difficult day and getting annoyed with myself for not completing all the daily tasks I will watch your videos and they always lift my spirits! Much love xxxx
Thanks a lot for these great tips. My take home tip is meal planning and meal preping. Its something i have been trying to do and i always find that the weeks i meal plan am normally more orgnaised and have peace of mind.
I try to stay organized (when I can) 21 month old and 11 week old.. my goal is the 5 minute rule. Most task take around that amount of time so when I catch myself having a five minute window I try to do what is visibly needing done first.
Hi emily. I am always up at 5am. This gives me time to do housework meal prep and sort my dogs before work if i am on days/earlys. Your videos are just great. X
Interesting. My favourite is change your mindset. It's good that you placed it as number one on the list. Number 1 sets the stage for all the others that will follow. Good and lasting suggestions and realistic too.
The 10min challenge is quite useful. I have three girls and the second one(3year old) is having insecure feeling I think that's why she's alway having trouble fall asleep or slept but woke up in the middle of night and requires only me to take care of her. That kind of waking up drains all my energy. And I can't really function well in the day time. But seeing your video, I may change something, like prep the meal and cook a big amount of food. When I can cook, cook more.(at the moment l shud not care too much about if my husband liked to eat different meal everyday 😂)
Some good tips there thanks 👍🏽 I like to sort the washing into piles on a Sunday evening (as I don’t tend to do any on Sat & Sun’s) in the utility room and get the first load into the machine on a “delayed end” so in the morning it’s washed and ready to go out on the line. I also often make blueberry and banana muffins and pop them in the freezer. I then get one out for each of my daughters each evening to defrost and they have that with a glass of milk and a piece of fruit for their breakfast. If we’re in a rush they can always eat them on the way to school!👍🏽👍🏽
I would say get up early . I do miracle mornings .....im more productive in the morning . My kids are adults so i dont have that worry but ive still lots to do. Oh and be consistent religiously it becomes so easy and becomes a habit x
Thankyou so much for this video very much needed as just recently been feeling a little overwhelmed and unmotivated with the organisation of family life and household tasks an trying to manage it all just feels like a mammoth task right now but having watched this video now as always when I watch your videos just get that new found inspiration again and motivation to get back on track again. so Thankyou 👍 (iv even saved it to look back on for the next time) lol 😂
Hi EMILY beautiful content this will help so many moms thank you am a mom of 2boys and i watch your videos alot i just have the nerves to upload my first youtube video after so many trials and error am glad i found your page when i did.thank you for inspiring
I would love to see a video how to organise documents? What documents are worth to keep, what we can throw away. How long to keep such as... How keep it nice and tidy in this subject? What you think?;) 😘
My priorities is come from divide my work to small daily tasks to keep my smile & not get tired quickly ( like instead of make my laundry once weekly, l do every other day )
Fab tips , I did your decluttering challenge and found it helpful and therapeutic, I actually enjoyed it so much. Going to try the meal prep one next , thanks for all the tips 💋 xx
You are so organised Emily, well done you. I’m a bit OCD! And love a clean and tidy house but do you have any tips for people who work full time and have a family to keep? During the last 12 months I’ve also become a carer for my 91 year old mom but I have a big house, two teenagers and a partner who only stays a few nights a week but it still means cleaning up and providing meals for 4. Now the gyms are open, I’m trying to go there 3 times a week too but it’s all a bit mad! I’ve taken on a lot of your tips but it’s hard when working full time
there are a few things that I'm already doing this video is so good and helpful i like the most that u said to have one day for the big clinging sheds bath clinging and and just today i made something for myself like along fun bath it change my day so i thing that its great u Manchin that can't weight for the next one also like when u said don't sit on the couch its harsh but also thrue
I love your "Don't sit down". It's a great tip like the many others you shared. However, right now it's not working for me: I'm pregnant and constantly tired, so when my two year old is in bed I often take long naps, too. 🙈By the way, I really appreciate that you upload so frequently and that your videos are high quality and positive. I discovered your channel about 6 months ago and feel like though you are only slightly older than me you are a great role model. I also liked your video about having only boys since I'm having a second son myself in July. Lots of love from Germany
Organisation tip: use a bullet journal, but don’t worry about it looking pretty or messing it up. It’s there to be used and you can’t use it daily if your bullet journal routine takes an hour a day. (That’s not to say that you can’t make a pretty page if you’re in the mood or if you have time).
This video was so useful! I thought this past year would be the year I was on top of everything but it was the opposite 😅 Definitely going to implement lots of these tips. Love the snack box idea!
Keeping a master grocery list on your phone/computer for the shops you use. Then when it’s time to order you don’t have to think from scratch. It also serves as a checklist so you don’t completely run out of a staple.
Hi, Emily I am Soo stuck in ur videos these days🥰🥰🥰. Moving to a new house soon and I am determined to keep it as clean and as new as possible🤞 so I am watching, learning and making soo many notes from ur videos. Thank u soo soo much. Pls could u write out the name of the first note keeping APP u mentioned. Didn't quite get the name TRENO or something? Thanks again.
So do you clean the house in one day and then just like tidy during the week? I'm trying to get a routine and I'm homeschooling. Feels like cleaning goes out the window
Yup delegate. My hubby leaves for 8 mth next mth with the military...so I am delegating my major cleans and hiring a cleaner 2x a mth. I can't work, organise the kids etc etc. This should help save some of my sanity for at least this deployment. 😅
As a Marine Corps Veteran, Wife, Mother and Gran•ma, you got this lady!! I've been a OTR Truck Driver wife for 30+ years.. I just recently realized, that I've pretty much been a single mother of 3! I loved my babies unconditionally, and did my best; they had everything they needed and then some, Boy Scouts n Girl Scouts, visiting zoo's, aquariums & museums.. So yeah, you got this, hun 》》 Military Women Are Strong! Keep watching Emily for encouragement, she's on the right track! I'm even picking up a nugget here n there..😁 Thank you for your service and sharing your husband; may GOD continue too Bless you and your family, sweetheart.. Please thank him for his service also.. LCpl (Tyler) Kirkham ~☆Semper Fi☆~🇺🇲
Great video! Thank you I really need that! Can you share which 'Personal' agenda are you using? Not the firm but the model/format - the one you showed in 2:04 min from your video? I have an electronic agenda for my Work, where I have a LOT of tasks, and your recommendation for separating Personal and Professional tasks in different Agenda, could be really helpful !! I tried several time to keep using Personal agenda, with prioritizing of 'urgent' and 'important' and still didn't succeed to maintain this. Can you share the format and how you are planning through your personal agenda ?🙏🙏🙏
Love all your organizing and cleaning videos but I love that you have beautiful skin and you look like you wear very little makeup. I don't like makeup tutorials but in your case could you maybe please do one? Would really like to know what products you use
The best homemaking tips I have ever received are 1. Clear as you go from my granny and 2. Done is better than perfection from t.beaston right here on UA-cam
I recently changed all clocks in our house (except my phone and watch) so the kids think its 20 minutes later than it is. This way, they go to bed earlier and get ready for school sooner. It's the best thing I've done to help things to run smoothly around here!
One day my daughter asked how I cleaned up so fast in our living room and I told her " because everything has a place to go." Makes the process so much easier
I love this, particularly that it includes a section that emphasises that being organised and prepared is a family effort. Dads can help, kids can help and everyone should feel this is their family space that can and should contribute to. There are lots of amazing tips in here - so motivating - but as much as we all want to be super mum, we should aim to be super families, super parents, super kids. It'd be amazing if your hubby could make a video on how he helps, I feel some families lack this inspiration.
-The ‘one touch rule’ is amazing. Basically means that when you pick something up put it away in its designated space immediately. -Have a stair basket at the top of the stairs and the bottom! Makes transporting items so easy -Taking out the kids outfits the night before -Setting up a breakfast tray with all the required cereal, cutlery, bowls etc the night before (for busy mornings) -Fold tumble dried laundry immediately after drying. It will all be softer and less creasy. You can even get away with not ironing some things
I always ever since you mentioned it waaayyyy back when follow the "one touch" method, i can't tell you how something so simple has helped me so much! I have 2 little boys Frayser(3) and Freddie (8months)and your channel has changed my life 🥰😍👍xx
@@charntellamb3980 its basically touch something once... for example if your coat needs putting away instead of hanging it on a bannister put it straight away so its only been touched once.. your then not doubling up doing things (if that makes sense?!) X
My top three things to do each day when I had a baby were 1. Having a shower and getting dressed 2. Feeding and looking after my baby and 3. Listening to the news (so at least I knew what was happening in the world)! I found those first years terrifying and I sometimes struggled to get through the day but we made it. My girls are now 23 and 27! I did many of the things you mentioned but it took time to figure out how to get (some of the stuff) done. I swear it took me 20 years to figure out I could get so much done in only ten minutes. It really is a lifesaver!
This point of asking the partner to start doing things that they don't notice or offer to help, I tried when I had my baby, and he just said I was always asking for stuff... 🙄
Something that worked for me was when I'd ask (and I mean ask nicely...don't ask when you're mad or be passive aggressive) and he'd do it, I would thank him profusely and genuinely. After a while he started doing the chores without me asking! It's easy to get into the mindset that you shouldn't "have" to ask or "have" to thank him for what we consider the bare minimum, but for some it just doesn't come intuitively. Think about what makes a good boss at a regular job - a good boss sets clear expectations and then show appreciation when you meet those expectations well. For example: "Babe, when you get a chance in the next hour, can you empty the dishwasher and load the old dishes please?" Later.... "Hey, really appreciate that you took care of those dishes earlier. I was super busy with the baby and it helped ease my mind so much. Thank you!" Hang in there, it's definitely hard on your marriage having kids - it's like you gotta start over figuring out how to communicate. My husband and I fought a lot until we hit a new stride.
@@surlespasdondine lol we thought we were on the same page too, and turns out that things that bothered me didn't bother him at all so we definitely had to work on our communication! Good idea trying to suss it out before kids too - a good foundation helps :)
I absolutely love that you let mum's know it is impossible to do everything and that is ok! Too much pressure for mum's to think that if their not perfect at everything their not a good mum. Keep doing the best you can. That's all that matters ☺️☺️☺️
I’m so trying to be organised but does anyone else have a “Monica” cupboard? Feel overwhelmed sometimes that I just throw things in there to sort later and it never happens 🤦♀️ thank you for more inspiration Emily! Love your videos x
For me one of the main organizing "goals" that works great for me is to not cause extra work for myself. - I hang the laundry straight, so I don't have to iron it, and just fold it neatly. - I clean the tip/corner and bottom of the ketchup, maple sirup, milk, honey ... before putting it away (this way, I don't get the fridge/ cupboard dirty as fast) - If I do a big shopping and the fridge is emptier than usual, I quickly wipe down everything that I feel could use that extra sweep (so I then place clean objects into an always-clean-fridge) - I clean surfaces after using them (or dishes while cooking) so I don't dirty other things from them - I have a special way for fast-folding clean clothes I either tried on in a hurry and decided not to wear, or clothes I wore for only a small period of time and that are clean; I also have a dedicated spot for them (this way I don't have extra unnecessary laundry and damage my clothes less by washing them less. I often opt for a "worn but not stinky" shirt when I'm going to work out etc) - I fill in the dishwasher in a way that it will be easier or faster for me to unload - I also tend to match clothes (category-wise or person-wise) in the laundry so I feel like I have less piles when folding it - If my shoes are dirty I wash them along with my hands when I come home (the thoroughness of the wash depends partly on the time and how soon I will need to wear them again), so they have time to dry out but also aren't "left unattended to" It's a bunch of silly little things but I have marketed to myself (as a lazy person) as ones that will spare me some work and make my life easier :D and they keep me calmer and happier ! ^^
Hi Emily! My four year old daughter and I love your channel so much! We look forward to your videos and she always asks “can we watch an Emily video please??” Thank you for all you do, you always cheer me up 🥰. We love your family!
hey Emily, I love your videos, they are always fun to watch and your tips are highly appreciated. You have such a lovely and happy personality. Please continue producing such helpful, fun and genuine content. I have to ask where you got your jumpers from...? (yellow with "happiness", black and grey with the rainbow) thanks 😁
I need this in my life more than anything else 😭😭 I've written down some of ur points and try to do them as much as possible from now .... I feel better even watching this 😍🥰
Swapping house cleaning with you and a friend is a good thing to do aswell. Because we never like cleaning our own house, but we are always happy to help a friend :)
@@jessicamoylan I literally cannot believe how tough some days can be - I don’t know how I’ve got through this many already lol 😆! Almost 2 is such a lovely age isn’t it? My eldest is a complete charmer & a complete tornado all at the same time! x
@@jodekelly7861 yess your right it’s so tough. But so are us moms 🥰 I’d like to say it gets easier as they get older but we seem to just get more and more challenges handed our way 🙈 parenting really moulds us grown ups too. Your eldest sounds just like my daughter at the moment she is so funny and sweet like butter wouldn’t melt then she is a complete different person, sometimes I have to laugh or I’ll cry lol 😂 it’s nice to know I’m not alone lol xxx
My top tip ••• get ahead of it.. literally everything! Always be one step ahead of your baby’s needs and your kids, and time so yes I agree with getting everything ready the night before and always always leave earlier than later so your never rushing and snapping 🙈! Lol usually we get caught out and we know we could have prevented it. Missed watching your videos saw you pop up on Instagram and I’m so happy your video is here ready to give me a kick up the backside lol Feeling such burn out at the moment 3 kids, starting a new business from home I’m also missing making videos for UA-cam I literally have no time edit at all! Like how in hell did you do this when your boys were small ? I’m so overwhelmed and tired. Your so right about the feeling resentful when the hubby’s don’t offer lol they totally need us to just ask out right because they don’t usually think 😂 I need a cleaner my house is a bomb site my toddler is ruling the house at the moment. Thanks for a great video again emily ❤️
I use lots of these tips but one that really works for me is I have my home divided into 9 zones. Our school terms are 9 or 10 weeks long so each week during I'll do those irregular chores in one of those zones. So it might be week one kitchen and I'll do the oven and pantry, week 2 lounge so I'll pull all the furniture out and vaccumm behind. How much gets done may depend on my week. Then in the holidays I get my kids to help do their rooms.
I’m trying to get into the habit of “do it now” which saves time instead of putting something down before actually putting it away. I also like to set timers to get things done
Love the idea of the snack boxes for the children, I often hear my daughter saying the kids have eaten her out of house and home so I have shared this with her and she loves the idea 😊😊
I truly needed this! I have a 2.5 yr old and an 8 month old and I struggle to find enough time to juggle work, the house, the kids, the hubby etc! Happy 7 years on youtube Emily! ❤️ xx
Wow Loredana you have a lot to deal with. You shouldn't be juggling a husband though!! 7 years, thank you, I cannot believe it! Thanks for watching and always commenting xx
I used to be super extra organised before but now with a 6 and a 7 years old and moving to a tiniest apartment ever due to covid job crisis... I am mentaly under so much pressure 😖 My brain needs organised surroundings and gets none !!!! I hope this can help me 😍
I still can't get over how amazing Jackson's room looks! You did such a great job and I'm sure he will treasure it for a long time Edit: I think I get that elephant thing. Get the big, looming job done first instead of doing lots of little things to delay it, like getting rid of an elephant instead of trying to delay the ants for a while.
Definitely needed to hear its ok to not finish everything in one day, I’ve been tryna figure out how to make things flow easier as a mother of 3 and balance other things , this video was very helpful, thank you!
I have been watching you for years.. you have motivated me loads to just get up and get things done .. I find your videos very therapeutic.. my favourite UA-camr by far x
Hey Emily, hope you are all well I’m good and well thank you good evening love this 20 habits and ideas to be a organised person video. I have enjoyed this how to be a organise person video because it made me feel happy and positive with the week. My favourite organised habits werr the find a way of organising meal prep and batch cook and have quiet time. I feel these 4 habits will definitely make me feel better happy and calm about the day. My favourite tip is to cleaning my kitchen and unloading my dishwasher and reloading my dishwasher because I feel it makes me feel happy whenever I have a clean kitchen and sink. Batch cooking and meal prep I find is so important because oh saves you so much time in the week I always batch cook all of my dinners in the evenings so I have lunches for the next few days being at home. Another thing which helps me to be organised and productive is to plan for the day and week ahead all the time. I try and do some work when I find a chance to have quiet working time at home too. I love your flower blouse / top so much because it made me feel happy and positive. Can we see more what I eat in a day groceries hauls day in the life morning and evening night routines cleaning motivation clean with me extreme clean and organise with me cleaning routines motivation get it all done with me packed lunch ideas ideas 20 habits and ideas summer spring autumn winter cooking kitchen cleaning hacks DIYs and ideas air fryer recipes ideas videos and lots more inspiration and happy videos coming from you soon. Take care stay safe and well. Have a lovely evening and week. See you on Friday evening with a new video 7pm too.😊🦋🌻🌸🌺🌹🌷⭐️☀️🌈🌼🎈🎉🐇🐰
Love this video! I need more organization in my life. My tip is to make small routines. For example; in the morning when I get up and get the kids breakfast and make lunches etc.. I do the same thing every morning in order. I feel more organized that way and I usually don’t forget something.
Lovely video Emily ❤ For me, what helps (if you have the space for it), keep a spray bottle of detergent in each bathroom so whenever I have time in the day I can do a quick clean everyday.
Need help with the 3 or 4 year old stage she's all super energized likes to draw on the wall and it's driving me crazy! I got rid of all the stuff that can destroy it I have lots of coloring books now even large and now just got large paper that I am going to tape to the wall and have her paint on that. Any tips that help you?
I don't have kids, but I feel like I do most of this already. But my questions is, why do you need to ask your partner to help you? I'm struggling with this. Why do you need to ask them to do their laundry, or clean their dishes. It's so frustrating.
My top tip is “never leave a room empty handed”. Whenever you are going somewhere in the house, car or garden, always have a look if there is anything you can take with you. It keeps the clutter down. My husband and son join in now too and it’s really made a difference.
Soooo hellful
That’s SUCH a good tip! 🙌🏼 it would help so much if all the kids and hubby did this too.
Thankyiu for sharing this 🥰
Such a good tip! Defo going to try this one x
You are totally right about it. Unfortunately, I am the only one is having this habit at home.
My mum used to say never go upstairs empty handed, its stuck with me for 50 years
Im a single parent and studying midwifery full time and I have barley any energy left for cleaning and basic house work stuff. I needed this video to get back into being organised. Thank you!
Wish the best for you...! Take it one step at a time
Stay strong. You will pull through..remember to prioritise well.dont be harsh on yourself.
I was a student nurse with a 1 year old and I won’t lie, I lived in total mess and filth lol. Prioritise your studies and baby :) rest can wait. Now I’m a health visitor and can afford a cleaner :) will all be so worth it xx
All the best! So amazing what your doing x
I have very little help during the working week and what works for me organisationally is after the child falls asleep for the night to do only what's necessary for the night and for right after waking up and shift the rest to the morning and rather wake up earluer before the child in the morning. Cause in the evening I'm so exhausted that everything takes 2-3 times longer. Also I combine food delivery or half pre-made foods(frozen veggies, fish sticks, baby purees etc.) with home made food to save some time and energy. But I obviously have some level of help around so I cannot imagine how difficult it is to be the only parent, big respect for that and all the best!
Thank you, great video. The thing that helps me the most is doing one job each day eg the bathroom,food shop, hoovering.
I always make Sunday’s a no housework day. It works for my family 😊😊 The best thing is to do what works for your family
as all households run slightly differently.
You're honestly my favourite lady to watch on UA-cam, your positive mind set and the love you have for your family is really inspiring to me. I have 2 children and 3 step children and my partner struggles with his health as he is disabled, and whenever I am having a difficult day and getting annoyed with myself for not completing all the daily tasks I will watch your videos and they always lift my spirits! Much love xxxx
Thanks a lot for these great tips. My take home tip is meal planning and meal preping. Its something i have been trying to do and i always find that the weeks i meal plan am normally more orgnaised and have peace of mind.
I try to stay organized (when I can) 21 month old and 11 week old.. my goal is the 5 minute rule. Most task take around that amount of time so when I catch myself having a five minute window I try to do what is visibly needing done first.
Hi emily. I am always up at 5am. This gives me time to do housework meal prep and sort my dogs before work if i am on days/earlys.
Your videos are just great. X
Interesting. My favourite is change your mindset. It's good that you placed it as number one on the list. Number 1 sets the stage for all the others that will follow. Good and lasting suggestions and realistic too.
Emily I must say your approach is very realistic and your delivery is matured. I am from Ghana and this is so applicable to my context.
Ahh this woman, just listening to Emily makes me feel more organised. Really enjoy your videos. Super friendly non-judgemental vibe. Love it
Amen to that
The best tip I liked is prioritise ur things to do and start with the most u resent.
Like how you are real and give intelligent practically tips.
PS I struggle w putting a load in every three days any further advice regarding that 🙄
The 10min challenge is quite useful. I have three girls and the second one(3year old) is having insecure feeling I think that's why she's alway having trouble fall asleep or slept but woke up in the middle of night and requires only me to take care of her. That kind of waking up drains all my energy. And I can't really function well in the day time.
But seeing your video, I may change something, like prep the meal and cook a big amount of food. When I can cook, cook more.(at the moment l shud not care too much about if my husband liked to eat different meal everyday 😂)
Some good tips there thanks 👍🏽 I like to sort the washing into piles on a Sunday evening (as I don’t tend to do any on Sat & Sun’s) in the utility room and get the first load into the machine on a “delayed end” so in the morning it’s washed and ready to go out on the line. I also often make blueberry and banana muffins and pop them in the freezer. I then get one out for each of my daughters each evening to defrost and they have that with a glass of milk and a piece of fruit for their breakfast. If we’re in a rush they can always eat them on the way to school!👍🏽👍🏽
I would say get up early . I do miracle mornings .....im more productive in the morning . My kids are adults so i dont have that worry but ive still lots to do. Oh and be consistent religiously it becomes so easy and becomes a habit x
Great idea with this challenge I'm going to try
Thankyou so much for this video very much needed as just recently been feeling a little overwhelmed and unmotivated with the organisation of family life and household tasks an trying to manage it all just feels like a mammoth task right now but having watched this video now as always when I watch your videos just get that new found inspiration again and motivation to get back on track again. so Thankyou 👍 (iv even saved it to look back on for the next time) lol 😂
It's like my Bible now😁 with a 2 years old and a 7 weeks old it needs planning😊 thank you🥰
Hi EMILY beautiful content this will help so many moms thank you am a mom of 2boys and i watch your videos alot i just have the nerves to upload my first youtube video after so many trials and error am glad i found your page when i did.thank you for inspiring
The self care tip is so important 💖
I would love to see a video how to organise documents? What documents are worth to keep, what we can throw away. How long to keep such as... How keep it nice and tidy in this subject? What you think?;) 😘
My priorities is come from divide my work to small daily tasks to keep my smile & not get tired quickly ( like instead of make my laundry once weekly, l do every other day )
My favourite tip: Getting up before the kids - genius! So simple, how did that not occur to me?!
Fab tips , I did your decluttering challenge and found it helpful and therapeutic, I actually enjoyed it so much. Going to try the meal prep one next , thanks for all the tips 💋 xx
I think these tips apply to both mums and dads not just mums. Thanks for the video.
You are so organised Emily, well done you. I’m a bit OCD! And love a clean and tidy house but do you have any tips for people who work full time and have a family to keep? During the last 12 months I’ve also become a carer for my 91 year old mom but I have a big house, two teenagers and a partner who only stays a few nights a week but it still means cleaning up and providing meals for 4. Now the gyms are open, I’m trying to go there 3 times a week too but it’s all a bit mad! I’ve taken on a lot of your tips but it’s hard when working full time
there are a few things that I'm already doing this video is so good and helpful
i like the most that u said to have one day for the big clinging sheds bath clinging and and just today i made something for myself like along fun bath it change my day so i thing that its great u Manchin that
can't weight for the next one
also like when u said don't sit on the couch its harsh but also thrue
What skincare do you use please Emily? Your forehead is so smooth. Love the advice on organisation x
I love your "Don't sit down". It's a great tip like the many others you shared. However, right now it's not working for me: I'm pregnant and constantly tired, so when my two year old is in bed I often take long naps, too. 🙈By the way, I really appreciate that you upload so frequently and that your videos are high quality and positive. I discovered your channel about 6 months ago and feel like though you are only slightly older than me you are a great role model. I also liked your video about having only boys since I'm having a second son myself in July. Lots of love from Germany
Organisation tip: use a bullet journal, but don’t worry about it looking pretty or messing it up. It’s there to be used and you can’t use it daily if your bullet journal routine takes an hour a day. (That’s not to say that you can’t make a pretty page if you’re in the mood or if you have time).
Thank you Emily, love your videos ❤
Hey Emily, someone I’d love to know just quickly in your videos, when you’re getting ready, is what colour nails you have on at that time. Thanks! X
definitely hitting like button emily. So helpful as usual. Love it. Stay safe😘😘
This video was so useful! I thought this past year would be the year I was on top of everything but it was the opposite 😅 Definitely going to implement lots of these tips. Love the snack box idea!
Keeping a master grocery list on your phone/computer for the shops you use. Then when it’s time to order you don’t have to think from scratch. It also serves as a checklist so you don’t completely run out of a staple.
How long does it take for the toys to be interesting again? How long do you need to hide them? Thanks a million for your tips :)
Love you Emily..... you are my number one always! 💓💓💓
Very good tips!
My top tip is always try to be one step ahead of where u need to be. Then wen interruptions come, it wont be such a massive set back
Hi, Emily I am Soo stuck in ur videos these days🥰🥰🥰. Moving to a new house soon and I am determined to keep it as clean and as new as possible🤞 so I am watching, learning and making soo many notes from ur videos. Thank u soo soo much.
Pls could u write out the name of the first note keeping APP u mentioned. Didn't quite get the name TRENO or something?
Thanks again.
Loved this video... Thank you
Thank you so much for the tips. 🤗
So do you clean the house in one day and then just like tidy during the week? I'm trying to get a routine and I'm homeschooling. Feels like cleaning goes out the window
Yup delegate. My hubby leaves for 8 mth next mth with the military...so I am delegating my major cleans and hiring a cleaner 2x a mth. I can't work, organise the kids etc etc. This should help save some of my sanity for at least this deployment. 😅
As a Marine Corps Veteran, Wife, Mother and Gran•ma, you got this lady!! I've been a OTR Truck Driver wife for 30+ years.. I just recently realized, that I've pretty much been a single mother of 3! I loved my babies unconditionally, and did my best; they had everything they needed and then some, Boy Scouts n Girl Scouts, visiting zoo's, aquariums & museums.. So yeah, you got this, hun 》》 Military Women Are Strong!
Keep watching Emily for encouragement, she's on the right track! I'm even picking up a nugget here n there..😁
Thank you for your service and sharing your husband; may GOD continue too Bless you and your family, sweetheart..
Please thank him for his service also..
LCpl (Tyler) Kirkham
~☆Semper Fi☆~🇺🇲
Thank you for the video and the great tips. How do you get your nails is it gel manicure ? Do you do them yourself they look really nice
Great video! Thank you I really need that!
Can you share which 'Personal' agenda are you using? Not the firm but the model/format - the one you showed in 2:04 min from your video?
I have an electronic agenda for my Work, where I have a LOT of tasks, and your recommendation for separating Personal and Professional tasks in different Agenda, could be really helpful !!
I tried several time to keep using Personal agenda, with prioritizing of 'urgent' and 'important' and still didn't succeed to maintain this.
Can you share the format and how you are planning through your personal agenda ?🙏🙏🙏
12:46 pasta in the slow cooker? How do you do that?
Love all your organizing and cleaning videos but I love that you have beautiful skin and you look like you wear very little makeup. I don't like makeup tutorials but in your case could you maybe please do one? Would really like to know what products you use
Thanks this video was really helpful
Hi Emily, not sure if it's just my phone but the link to your Amazon shop doesnt work. Just thought I'd let you know in case it's not just my phone xx
Where did you get the baskets you use for the kid's snacks from?
Also, unfortunately, the link to your Amazon shop isn't working 😢😫😫😫
The best homemaking tips I have ever received are 1. Clear as you go from my granny and 2. Done is better than perfection from t.beaston right here on UA-cam
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That don't sit down thing is real!! If I sit down it is the same way.
I recently changed all clocks in our house (except my phone and watch) so the kids think its 20 minutes later than it is. This way, they go to bed earlier and get ready for school sooner. It's the best thing I've done to help things to run smoothly around here!
Genius! Totally stealing that idea in a few years! 😂
I do the same thing! No more running late 😂
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My mom does the same thing for many years already.-)
Wish there had been organizing and cleaning videos 30 years ago. I think it would have helped! Great video 😊😊
Having a dedicated space for everything, helps just speed o the cleaning process
One day my daughter asked how I cleaned up so fast in our living room and I told her " because everything has a place to go."
Makes the process so much easier
Best tip (that works for me as a Christian mom) waking up at least an hour earlier than my toddler to read my devotional and do my prayers. ⭐️✌️
I do this too. I find spending time immersing myself in scripture before my four kiddos aged between 9-2 wake up really helps me have a great day.
Amen
Love this.
As a Muslim I do the same,praying early morning and reading my holy book
@@arshirashid7240 yup. Thats why we have subuh prayer..
It all seems impossible with a toddler running around behind you 🙈😂
Or baby crying
I love this, particularly that it includes a section that emphasises that being organised and prepared is a family effort. Dads can help, kids can help and everyone should feel this is their family space that can and should contribute to. There are lots of amazing tips in here - so motivating - but as much as we all want to be super mum, we should aim to be super families, super parents, super kids. It'd be amazing if your hubby could make a video on how he helps, I feel some families lack this inspiration.
-The ‘one touch rule’ is amazing. Basically means that when you pick something up put it away in its designated space immediately.
-Have a stair basket at the top of the stairs and the bottom! Makes transporting items so easy
-Taking out the kids outfits the night before
-Setting up a breakfast tray with all the required cereal, cutlery, bowls etc the night before (for busy mornings)
-Fold tumble dried laundry immediately after drying. It will all be softer and less creasy. You can even get away with not ironing some things
I always ever since you mentioned it waaayyyy back when follow the "one touch" method, i can't tell you how something so simple has helped me so much! I have 2 little boys Frayser(3) and Freddie (8months)and your channel has changed my life 🥰😍👍xx
Ah Emma I couldn't ❤️this message enough! Thank you, it means the world. Thanks for watching xx
Yes!!!! This one was a life saver
What is the one touch method please?❤️
@@charntellamb3980 its basically touch something once... for example if your coat needs putting away instead of hanging it on a bannister put it straight away so its only been touched once.. your then not doubling up doing things (if that makes sense?!) X
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Can you do a video on “organising my pantry” I saw your video on how to organise a fridge and it got me wondering about a pantry xx
She has done a video about a pantry I thing
I need a pantry first, ask me again in about a year Halima! Thanks for watching xx
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My top three things to do each day when I had a baby were 1. Having a shower and getting dressed 2. Feeding and looking after my baby and 3. Listening to the news (so at least I knew what was happening in the world)! I found those first years terrifying and I sometimes struggled to get through the day but we made it. My girls are now 23 and 27! I did many of the things you mentioned but it took time to figure out how to get (some of the stuff) done. I swear it took me 20 years to figure out I could get so much done in only ten minutes. It really is a lifesaver!
Should I be watching this with a coffee and slice of lemon cake ?!🤣
Yes!!!
Regarding Tip nr 3, Brian Tracy call it and wrote book about that: "Eat that frog" ;-)
Yes, definitely MATT would help if he made a video about why he is helping out in his family. Maybe my husband would learn from it...
This point of asking the partner to start doing things that they don't notice or offer to help, I tried when I had my baby, and he just said I was always asking for stuff... 🙄
@@surlespasdondine yeah. That's what I would expect. But since he didn't do any at all, I thought, maybe if I ask, he'll understand. But nope...
Something that worked for me was when I'd ask (and I mean ask nicely...don't ask when you're mad or be passive aggressive) and he'd do it, I would thank him profusely and genuinely. After a while he started doing the chores without me asking! It's easy to get into the mindset that you shouldn't "have" to ask or "have" to thank him for what we consider the bare minimum, but for some it just doesn't come intuitively. Think about what makes a good boss at a regular job - a good boss sets clear expectations and then show appreciation when you meet those expectations well. For example:
"Babe, when you get a chance in the next hour, can you empty the dishwasher and load the old dishes please?"
Later....
"Hey, really appreciate that you took care of those dishes earlier. I was super busy with the baby and it helped ease my mind so much. Thank you!"
Hang in there, it's definitely hard on your marriage having kids - it's like you gotta start over figuring out how to communicate. My husband and I fought a lot until we hit a new stride.
@@surlespasdondine lol we thought we were on the same page too, and turns out that things that bothered me didn't bother him at all so we definitely had to work on our communication! Good idea trying to suss it out before kids too - a good foundation helps :)
@@surlespasdondine this is a fab idea! I think I’m going to go on strike too!
I absolutely love that you let mum's know it is impossible to do everything and that is ok! Too much pressure for mum's to think that if their not perfect at everything their not a good mum. Keep doing the best you can. That's all that matters ☺️☺️☺️
I Made My Mom, Donna's Bed And Put The Smell Goods Out This Morning, Emily Norris.
I’m so trying to be organised but does anyone else have a “Monica” cupboard? Feel overwhelmed sometimes that I just throw things in there to sort later and it never happens 🤦♀️ thank you for more inspiration Emily! Love your videos x
I know exactly what you mean! It's this one cupboard, which is waiting for me since last year, before all of this stuff about covid evan started🙈🙀
Show me someone who doesn't have a Monica closet and this person is a liar😂😂xx
Yes we all have one of those Verity! Thanks for watching xx
yes!!!
I have a whole spare room, we just pretend it doesn’t exist 😂
Toy rotation is a game changer! I have 4 children and this has made my life 100 times easier !
For me one of the main organizing "goals" that works great for me is to not cause extra work for myself.
- I hang the laundry straight, so I don't have to iron it, and just fold it neatly.
- I clean the tip/corner and bottom of the ketchup, maple sirup, milk, honey ... before putting it away (this way, I don't get the fridge/ cupboard dirty as fast)
- If I do a big shopping and the fridge is emptier than usual, I quickly wipe down everything that I feel could use that extra sweep (so I then place clean objects into an always-clean-fridge)
- I clean surfaces after using them (or dishes while cooking) so I don't dirty other things from them
- I have a special way for fast-folding clean clothes I either tried on in a hurry and decided not to wear, or clothes I wore for only a small period of time and that are clean; I also have a dedicated spot for them (this way I don't have extra unnecessary laundry and damage my clothes less by washing them less. I often opt for a "worn but not stinky" shirt when I'm going to work out etc)
- I fill in the dishwasher in a way that it will be easier or faster for me to unload
- I also tend to match clothes (category-wise or person-wise) in the laundry so I feel like I have less piles when folding it
- If my shoes are dirty I wash them along with my hands when I come home (the thoroughness of the wash depends partly on the time and how soon I will need to wear them again), so they have time to dry out but also aren't "left unattended to"
It's a bunch of silly little things but I have marketed to myself (as a lazy person) as ones that will spare me some work and make my life easier :D and they keep me calmer and happier ! ^^
Love the ‘quiet time’ tip. Mum guilt is the worst!! You’ve made me feel better 😘
Hi Emily! My four year old daughter and I love your channel so much! We look forward to your videos and she always asks “can we watch an Emily video please??” Thank you for all you do, you always cheer me up 🥰. We love your family!
Oh bless her Ashton 😘 Thanks for both watching xx
hey Emily, I love your videos, they are always fun to watch and your tips are highly appreciated. You have such a lovely and happy personality. Please continue producing such helpful, fun and genuine content. I have to ask where you got your jumpers from...? (yellow with "happiness", black and grey with the rainbow) thanks 😁
I need this in my life more than anything else 😭😭 I've written down some of ur points and try to do them as much as possible from now .... I feel better even watching this 😍🥰
Swapping house cleaning with you and a friend is a good thing to do aswell. Because we never like cleaning our own house, but we are always happy to help a friend :)
God I could not need this more right now with a 22 month old and a 7 month old! Can’t wait!
My boys are the same age gap! Theyre now 12 & 11 but my gosh I remember it well! My 3rd is 21months and she is ruling the house atm 😩🙈 x
Wow Jode that is a small gap!! You're doing great. Thanks for watching xx
@@mrsemilynorris thanks! It feels like being at a zoo sometimes lol 😆! Love your channel ♥️ xx
@@jessicamoylan I literally cannot believe how tough some days can be - I don’t know how I’ve got through this many already lol 😆! Almost 2 is such a lovely age isn’t it? My eldest is a complete charmer & a complete tornado all at the same time! x
@@jodekelly7861 yess your right it’s so tough. But so are us moms 🥰 I’d like to say it gets easier as they get older but we seem to just get more and more challenges handed our way 🙈 parenting really moulds us grown ups too. Your eldest sounds just like my daughter at the moment she is so funny and sweet like butter wouldn’t melt then she is a complete different person, sometimes I have to laugh or I’ll cry lol 😂 it’s nice to know I’m not alone lol xxx
My top tip ••• get ahead of it.. literally everything! Always be one step ahead of your baby’s needs and your kids, and time so yes I agree with getting everything ready the night before and always always leave earlier than later so your never rushing and snapping 🙈! Lol usually we get caught out and we know we could have prevented it.
Missed watching your videos saw you pop up on Instagram and I’m so happy your video is here ready to give me a kick up the backside lol
Feeling such burn out at the moment 3 kids, starting a new business from home I’m also missing making videos for UA-cam I literally have no time edit at all! Like how in hell did you do this when your boys were small ? I’m so overwhelmed and tired.
Your so right about the feeling resentful when the hubby’s don’t offer lol they totally need us to just ask out right because they don’t usually think 😂
I need a cleaner my house is a bomb site my toddler is ruling the house at the moment.
Thanks for a great video again emily ❤️
I use lots of these tips but one that really works for me is I have my home divided into 9 zones. Our school terms are 9 or 10 weeks long so each week during I'll do those irregular chores in one of those zones. So it might be week one kitchen and I'll do the oven and pantry, week 2 lounge so I'll pull all the furniture out and vaccumm behind. How much gets done may depend on my week. Then in the holidays I get my kids to help do their rooms.
I’m trying to get into the habit of “do it now” which saves time instead of putting something down before actually putting it away. I also like to set timers to get things done
Love the idea of the snack boxes for the children, I often hear my daughter saying the kids have eaten her out of house and home so I have shared this with her and she loves the idea 😊😊
I truly needed this! I have a 2.5 yr old and an 8 month old and I struggle to find enough time to juggle work, the house, the kids, the hubby etc!
Happy 7 years on youtube Emily! ❤️ xx
Wow Loredana you have a lot to deal with. You shouldn't be juggling a husband though!! 7 years, thank you, I cannot believe it! Thanks for watching and always commenting xx
You’re doing a great job Mammy! 👍👍
I used to be super extra organised before but now with a 6 and a 7 years old and moving to a tiniest apartment ever due to covid job crisis... I am mentaly under so much pressure 😖
My brain needs organised surroundings and gets none !!!!
I hope this can help me 😍
You got this. Best of luck!
I still can't get over how amazing Jackson's room looks! You did such a great job and I'm sure he will treasure it for a long time
Edit: I think I get that elephant thing. Get the big, looming job done first instead of doing lots of little things to delay it, like getting rid of an elephant instead of trying to delay the ants for a while.
Definitely needed to hear its ok to not finish everything in one day, I’ve been tryna figure out how to make things flow easier as a mother of 3 and balance other things , this video was very helpful, thank you!
So happy u made a fab video
I.will tell my husband darling u after first elephant hunting amazing idea
Ughh i know I need to start really waking up before my boys😩
Thank you so much for Tipps and for sharing your experiences with us 💝 this video was exactly what I needed right now!
Lots of love from Germany 🤗
I have been watching you for years.. you have motivated me loads to just get up and get things done .. I find your videos very therapeutic.. my favourite UA-camr by far x
Hey Emily, hope you are all well I’m good and well thank you good evening love this 20 habits and ideas to be a organised person video. I have enjoyed this how to be a organise person video because it made me feel happy and positive with the week. My favourite organised habits werr the find a way of organising meal prep and batch cook and have quiet time. I feel these 4 habits will definitely make me feel better happy and calm about the day. My favourite tip is to cleaning my kitchen and unloading my dishwasher and reloading my dishwasher because I feel it makes me feel happy whenever I have a clean kitchen and sink. Batch cooking and meal prep I find is so important because oh saves you so much time in the week I always batch cook all of my dinners in the evenings so I have lunches for the next few days being at home. Another thing which helps me to be organised and productive is to plan for the day and week ahead all the time. I try and do some work when I find a chance to have quiet working time at home too. I love your flower blouse / top so much because it made me feel happy and positive. Can we see more what I eat in a day groceries hauls day in the life morning and evening night routines cleaning motivation clean with me extreme clean and organise with me cleaning routines motivation get it all done with me packed lunch ideas ideas 20 habits and ideas summer spring autumn winter cooking kitchen cleaning hacks DIYs and ideas air fryer recipes ideas videos and lots more inspiration and happy videos coming from you soon. Take care stay safe and well. Have a lovely evening and week. See you on Friday evening with a new video 7pm too.😊🦋🌻🌸🌺🌹🌷⭐️☀️🌈🌼🎈🎉🐇🐰
Dont you think you always write too much
I dont even think emily read all your comment because all the time you write the same thing
Yes I do sometimes I write too much all the time but next time I will try to write a shorter comment hopefully. 😊
Can you do a video on bedtime hacks please 🥺
Love this video! I need more organization in my life.
My tip is to make small routines. For example; in the morning when I get up and get the kids breakfast and make lunches etc.. I do the same thing every morning in order. I feel more organized that way and I usually don’t forget something.
Lovely video Emily ❤
For me, what helps (if you have the space for it), keep a spray bottle of detergent in each bathroom so whenever I have time in the day I can do a quick clean everyday.
Need help with the 3 or 4 year old stage she's all super energized likes to draw on the wall and it's driving me crazy!
I got rid of all the stuff that can destroy it I have lots of coloring books now even large and now just got large paper that I am going to tape to the wall and have her paint on that.
Any tips that help you?
hi, all the tips are so good and right but the last one the most 😉👌😘
Could you please do a video about screen time for kids
R u British? :)
hey Emily ,my name is Sincla ,Im an adoptive mom from Brazil and Im here cause I love warching family vlogs ,......love from Brazil
Emily I have just downloaded hyper jar and I can’t find the video where you explained how to use it etc. Could you link it please ❤️❤️ thank you xx
I don't have kids, but I feel like I do most of this already. But my questions is, why do you need to ask your partner to help you? I'm struggling with this. Why do you need to ask them to do their laundry, or clean their dishes. It's so frustrating.