housework

from olive_talique

As a stay-at-home mummy with 2 young toddlers at home.  There are no doubts endless household chores to be done.  My day starts as early as 7am in the morning and ends at 1030pm at night after I put my 2 children to bed.  Sometimes I really wonder if I am really in the right frame of mind to give up my career to be a stay at home mummy.  Despite the dilemma, I feel that all was worth it.  Here’s some guidelines that I derive for myself so that I can manage my household with grace and maintain my sanity.

  1. Kids first! - The first thing I open my eyes in the morning, I will make sure that my 2 children have their daily routine of milk, bath and then have their breakfast.  I personally believe when children have rest well and are fed well, they are more cheery and happy. Lesser management on the kids tantrums will enable you some time in between to get some housework done.
  2. Prioritize my chores - I normally prioritize the chores.  Things that need immediate attention like preparing for lunch, preparing snack for my son to bring to class will come first.  Finish the routine chores first.  Ad hoc ones can wait.
  3. List out things to be done - I normally plan my day ahead.  I write down on a piece of paper on what needs to be done and stick on the wall.  Once done, I will put a tick against it. I feel good seeing the most of the tasks are accomplish.

  4. Delegate chores - I get my husband and son to participate.  My 2 year old son will normally be delegated to take care of his toys. He has to pick up toys that both him and his little sister play so that the living room will be neat and tidy while my husband can take charge of the grocery shopping for the week during weekends.
  5. Be flexible - In order to maintain my sanity with endless chores, I always tell myself to be very flexible.  It does not matter that some housework is not accomplished as long as the house is not in a mess and the children are taken care of properly, non urgent task can wait.

I believe being a stay at home mum should be fun and not overly stress!