Tired, busy, and overwhelmed? If you’re like me, you’ve probably struggled to keep your home clean and tidy while juggling the demands of a full life. But what if I told you there’s a tried-and-true method that can work for any schedule?
It’s called the Clean Mama Routine, and it’s a game-changer. I discovered this cleaning system years ago out of sheer necessity – I was working full-time, pregnant with our third child, and running my own business. Cleaning all weekend long just wasn’t cutting it anymore.
“If you haven’t tried my cleaning routine – I always say that anyone can do it with any schedule. I am guessing you might be skeptical – I’d love for you to give it a try and see how it can change your home and life.” – Clean Mama
Well, let me tell you, this routine has transformed my life. I’m no longer dreading weekends spent scrubbing and tidying. Instead, I get to enjoy my free time, tackle home projects, and still maintain a consistently clean house.
The Secret to the Clean Mama Routine
The key to this cleaning system is breaking it down into manageable, daily tasks. No more waiting until the last minute to try and tackle everything at once. Instead, we focus on a few essential chores each day – things like making the beds, wiping down counters, and doing a load of laundry.
These daily tasks only take 10-15 minutes, but they make a huge difference. By staying on top of the basics every single day, you avoid that overwhelming feeling of letting things spiral out of control.
“The main thing that you need to focus on is that a perfectly clean house is not what you’re after. In fact, it’s not really attainable and sustainable. Remember that people live here, you share life together, and you make and clean up messes together. Embrace the mess, live life, and have a system in place to keep it clean most of the time.” – Clean Mama
But the daily tasks are just the beginning. The Clean Mama Routine also incorporates weekly cleaning for things like bathrooms, dusting, and vacuuming. And there are even rotating tasks for deeper cleaning that you tackle on a rotating basis.
Making It Work for Your Schedule
I know what you’re thinking – “This all sounds great, but how on earth am I supposed to fit it into my crazy schedule?” Trust me, I’ve been there. Whether you work outside the home, have an irregular work schedule, or are dealing with the demands of young kids, the Clean Mama Routine can be adapted to work for you.
“An irregular schedule is difficult for so many reasons. Some irregular schedules are overnight shifts, 3 days on and 3 days off, or it might even be that you work 12-hour shifts. My best advice? A cleaning routine can be accomplished, but give yourself grace while you’re trying to figure out what works best for you.”
For those of us with unpredictable schedules, the key is to double up on tasks on your days off. So if you work on Thursdays but have Wednesday off, you can tackle both Wednesday’s and Thursday’s cleaning on the same day. Some weeks, you may only have the energy to tackle the daily tasks, and that’s okay too.
The Clean Mama Routine is all about flexibility and finding what works for you. It’s not about achieving perfection – it’s about creating a manageable system that allows you to maintain a clean and tidy home, even in the midst of a busy life.
Getting Started with the Clean Mama Routine
Ready to give this cleaning system a try? The best way to start is by focusing on those daily tasks first. Pick one or two to begin with, and gradually add more as you get into the swing of things.
“Start with the DAILY TASKS. These are things you’re probably already doing – you can even just start with one a day for a week. Add a second task the 2nd week and keep going until you feel like you have a good grasp of the Dailies.”
Once you’ve got the daily tasks down, you can start incorporating the weekly and rotating tasks. Don’t worry if you don’t get to everything every single week – that’s where the Catch-Up Day on Fridays comes in handy.
Clean Mama also offers some amazing free printables to help you get started, including a calendar, a how-to guide, and tips and tricks for making the routine work for you.
Embracing the Mess and Finding Joy in the Process
The most important thing to remember is that perfection is not the goal. As Clean Mama so eloquently put it, “a perfectly clean house is not what you’re after. In fact, it’s not really attainable and sustainable.”
Instead, focus on progress, not perfection. Embrace the fact that life is messy, and that’s okay. With the Clean Mama Routine, you can maintain a level of cleanliness that works for you and your family, without driving yourself crazy in the process.
“Something is always better than nothing. Put a couple wins together, and you’re on your way to success.”
So, what are you waiting for? Give the Clean Mama Routine a try and see how it can transform your home and your life. With a little commitment and a little time each day, you can say goodbye to those endless weekends spent cleaning and hello to more time for the things you love.
