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Bleach 101: Breaking Down Cleaning Myths

December 8, 2016 By Meredith 4 Comments

Time for Bleach 101 class! You may think you are properly cleaning your home, but you need this housecleaning tips STAT, trust me! I was shocked by the truth of these cleaning mythbusters--and super-grateful! Hello, healthy household!

Thank you to Clorox for sponsoring this post so I could share this brand’s fab cleaning power and the Bleach 101 scoop with all of you! Cleaning! What an unhappy chore in my book. But alas, one wholly necessary to warding off nasty sick germs and keeping our kitchen floor from being permanently littered by the dog’s […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Homemaking, Messy House

The Chemical-Free Cleaning Cloths that Will Change Your Cleaning Game!

November 15, 2016 By Meredith 15 Comments

Wanting to make your house cleaning easier, quicker and BETTER? The new chemical-free cleaning cloths have been a Godsend! I was skeptical at first, but now check in here for the real scoop on why I'm a fan--plus smart tips for saving money on your product purchases and tips for how to most effectively use cleaning cloths to tackle your home cleaning!

***Thank you to e-cloth for sponsoring this post so I fill you in on their incredible chemical-free cleaning cloths that will totally change your cleaning game!*** A couple of months ago, my friend gifted me with a very cool birthday present: one of the new chemical-free cleaning cloths that I’d been hearing about so often. Open […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Homemaking, Mommy's Favorites, Online Shopping, Reviews, Saving Money

Reach for the Bleach

September 30, 2016 By Meredith 5 Comments

Have a house of horrors with pockets of grossness that make you cringe and reach for the bleach? Snap a belfie (bathroom selfie) and join this smart Clorox movement--full of sweet prizes and tips to turn your home into a pretty, germ-free environment! I would never have thought of doing the second idea--genius way to disinfect!

****This post is sponsored by Clorox® Regular-Bleach so I can scoop you why you need to reach for the bleach and its powerful disinfecting power.*** Let me fill you in on a the potty-talk scene around our home. And no, I don’t mean when my 5 old and my 7 year old say “poopy” sixteen times in one minute and leave […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Giveaway, Homemaking

6 Command Center Essentials

September 6, 2016 By Anne Metz 4 Comments

Overwhelmed with trying organize the family calendar and different schedules, homework assignments, paperwork, and reminders? Check this easy way to set up a command center for your home that will keep you all organized, on track, and things flowing smoothing. Check the six essentials you'll need for a family command center, and you'll be on your way to being on top of things in no time!

It’s a new milestone in my house: all four of my kiddos are in school all day! Last year my triplets started kindergarten, and that was manageable. They were only gone for half the day, so I didn’t miss them too much and I didn’t have to pack their lunches! Plus, they were in the same class so […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Crafts, DIY, Homemaking, Organization, School

The Weekend Bed and Bath Renovation Project

August 26, 2016 By Meredith 4 Comments

Have limited time, but a big project to tackle? Get organized, follow these six practical steps and get that home renovation finished! I am so pleased with the results of our weekend bed and bath renovation project, and I would never have realized how valuable tip #5 is! Pop over here and learn how to tackle your home DIY project the right way!

***This post is sponsored by C2 Paint, which truly made all the difference in the success of our bed and bath renovation project. Read on to find out why!*** If you’ve hung with me for any bit of time, you know that our home is a constant work-in-progress. More accurately stated, it’s a mess-in-process, but hey, why […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, DIY, Homemaking

Pure Wipes for Your Little One

July 31, 2016 By Heidi Rega 4 Comments

Looking for a safer, more natural option for wipes when doing diaper changes or cleaning up after kid messes? I have fallen for these truly pure wipes--you have to check them out in the baby care aisle! Even better, just because they are chemical-free, doesn't mean you have to sacrifice quality--check out the second reason these baby wipes are a smart childcare choice!

***This post about pure wipes for your little one was sponsored by WaterWipes as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.*** Like all parents, I try to make the best choices for my daughter when it comes to the products I choose. So many options claim to […]

Filed Under: Babies, Cleaning, Health, Young Kids

Organizing a Mudroom in a Small Space

May 23, 2016 By Anne Metz 24 Comments

Need a drop zone for all the coats, hats, backpacks and shoes, but don't have a huge space? This smart guide for organizing a mudroom in a small space is full of practical, smart tips and ideas for transforming your small area to an organized landing spot for all your extra stuff! Plus, check out this sweet trick to make it look pretty too--I would never have thought of this!

We moved recently and one of my favorite things is that we come in the house through the garage. You know why I love this? Because my kids don’t come in the front door and drop all their belongings all over the front of the house. So, when we have guests over, they enter through the front door […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, DIY, Homemaking, Organization, Saving Money

Declutter and Cut the Reclutter

April 20, 2016 By Anne Metz 6 Comments

Tired of all the mess and clutter in your home? Here is a very smart how-to for not only how to declutter but for how to prevent reclutter from happening--even with kids in your home! The tips and tricks are real and surprisingly easy. Follow the 3rd step and you'll be breathing a sigh of relief in no time!

Please welcome Anne to The Mom of the Year team! I love her sweet, genuine spirit, and she is one of those souls on this earth who ACTUALLY ENJOYS CLEANING AND ORGANIZING. I know, incredible! She is also savvy with crafting and home decor projects and will be sharing all of these smarts with us. I’m thrilled […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Homemaking, Messy House, Organization

Give Allergies the Boot with an Air Purifier

April 19, 2016 By Meredith 15 Comments

Tired of battling allergies? I've tired all the tips, tricks, and medications, but this is the one fix that actually goes to the root of the problem--and boots it for good! Give it a try in your home and start breathing in all that fresh, clean air! No allergens allowed with this air purifier!

Lately, I’d been crushing on a new accessory for our home, and it’s one that won’t do anything to make our house prettier, but it would going to go a long way to making it significantly healthier. What is this magical device? An air purifier. Since I had my eye on one for quite a while, I […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Doctor Appointments, Health, Sickness

The Easy Bathroom Refresh

March 30, 2016 By Meredith 21 Comments

Is your bathroom looking tired and in need of some freshening up? Try this easy-peasy way to get the bathroom refresh you need. You can be as elaborate or as simple as you want, or as time and budget allow, but start with this idea to spruce up your decor and get your new look underway!

***This post was sponsored by Wayfair*** I often walk into other people’s houses and think, “How did they do this?” as I’m awed by the magazine spread-like gorgeousness of my surroundings. While I’m pretty sure Better Homes and Gardens won’t be beating down my door to feature my house any time in the next century, […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Homemaking, Online Shopping

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