Declutter Like a Mom Boss: 10 Fun Ways to Tidy Up, Room by Room
Let’s be real, Mama—keeping a house clutter-free with kids (and maybe a partner who leaves socks in random places) feels like trying to brush your teeth while eating Oreos. But don’t worry! We’re tackling this mess together, room by room, with fun and practical decluttering tips. Grab a trash bag, a donation box, and maybe a frappe—let’s do this!
1. The Kitchen – Say Goodbye to the “Mystery Drawer”
That one drawer stuffed with random takeout menus, rubber bands, and 17 bottle openers? Yeah, it’s time to face the chaos. Dump it all out, keep what you actually use, and toss the rest. Pro tip: If you find a birthday candle shaped like a number that doesn’t match anyone’s age, it’s gotta go.
💡 Fun Tip: Set a timer for 10 minutes and see how much expired food you can find in the pantry. Whoever finds the oldest item wins (or loses?).
2. The Living Room – No More Toy Tornadoes
Toys, blankets, remotes, and that one lonely sock—your living room is probably hosting them all. Get a cute storage bin (or five), and make a rule: If it doesn’t belong, it gets put away before bedtime. Bonus points if you convince the kids this is a game.
🎶 Fun Tip: Blast music and make it a “Toy Scooping Challenge.” The fastest kid to put all their toys away gets an extra bedtime story (or bragging rights).
3. The Bathroom – Bye-Bye, 200 Half-Used Lotions
If your bathroom counter is a graveyard of half-used beauty products, it’s time for a refresh. Toss expired makeup, old loofahs, and that one shampoo you swore you’d use but still smells weird.
🧴 Fun Tip: If you haven’t used a product in six months, let it go. Unless it’s dry shampoo—never let go of dry shampoo.
4. The Bedroom – Where Laundry Mountains Go to Die
Your room should be a peaceful oasis, not a clothing explosion. Sort your clothes into "Love," "Meh," and "Why Do I Still Own This?" piles. Donate the "Meh" and "Why" piles immediately.
👚 Fun Tip: Flip all your hangers backward. Anything still backward in six months? You don’t need it!
5. The Closet – The Land of Forgotten Fashion
Let’s be honest—you’re not wearing those jeans from pre-baby days. If it doesn’t fit or make you feel amazing, say goodbye. Keep only what sparks joy (or at least what zips up without a struggle).
👠 Fun Tip: Make a “Momiform” (mom-uniform) with staple pieces that make getting dressed effortless. Who needs 50 tops when you only wear the same five?
6. The Kids' Room – Where Chaos Thrives
If stepping into your kid’s room feels like an Indiana Jones adventure (dodging Legos and booby traps), it’s time for action. Purge toys they’ve outgrown and set up a toy rotation system.
🧸 Fun Tip: Tell your kids their old toys are going on an adventure to make new friends (a.k.a. donation). Works like a charm.
7. The Playroom – Where Stuff Multiplies Overnight
If your playroom looks like a toy store exploded, it's time to downsize. Keep only the toys that actually get played with and donate the rest. Rotate toys every few months to keep things fresh.
🎭 Fun Tip: Turn it into a “toy store” where your kids “shop” for their favorites. Everything else gets “sold” (donated).
8. The Office/Work Space – Taming the Paper Monster
If your desk is drowning in random papers, receipts, and markers that don’t work, it’s time to declutter. Toss old bills, organize important documents, and invest in a cute file folder.
📂 Fun Tip: Take a deep breath, grab all the paper clutter, and deal with it right now. Future You will thank you.
9. The Garage – A.K.A. The Black Hole of Storage
If you haven't seen the floor of your garage in years, it’s time to reclaim it. Sort everything into keep, donate, and why do we even have this?
🛠 Fun Tip: If you haven’t used something in a year (except seasonal decor), donate it! Unless it’s your partner’s random collection of “someday” projects—then good luck.
10. The Car – Your Second Home (AKA Mom Taxi)
If your car contains enough snacks to feed a soccer team, congratulations, you’re officially a mom. Time to clear out old wrappers, toys, and the mystery sippy cup.
🚗 Fun Tip: Keep a small basket for essentials like wipes, tissues, and snacks so your car stays semi-sane.
Declutter and Conquer, Mama!
Decluttering doesn’t have to be a drag—make it fun, get the family involved, and enjoy a house that doesn’t feel like a giant lost-and-found bin. Now, go celebrate your clean space with a frappe (with whip! no judgment!)
