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After a weekend of sharing, conversing, eating, and relaxing, it’s time for a post holiday clean-up. While I strive to “clean” while I’m prepping and cooking, I reserve the “deep clean” for after the guests have left. This also gives me an opportunity to start the new year fresh by getting organized. So what am I doing to get our home clean and ready for the new year? Here are some of my best tips for our post holiday clean-up:
1. Don’t try to do it all in one day. I have a routine where I focus on one area of the house each day. I set small, attainable goals and try to spread cleaning tasks out throughout the week.
2. Pay attention to the germiest areas in your home. Germs love the kitchen and the bathroom, filled with food, moisture and other environments conducive to their existence. These are the areas where I use my disinfecting wipes to ensure that all germs have been eliminated from our home, particularly since we’re right in the midst of cold and flu season.
3. Get everyone involved. Whether it’s simply ensuring that my son understands the importance of cleaning up his toys each day or encouraging my husband to be a cleaner cook, involving each member of the family in the clean-up process can take the load off of one person. When everyone pitches in, clean-up can be achieved quickly and efficiently.
4. Keep it simple. Cleaning doesn’t have to be elaborate, particularly if you maintain a regular regimen. One or two all-purpose cleaning products that can be used in multiple areas of the house on multiple surfaces will help save time and money.
5. Be mindful of your carbon footprint. Think about those items you are throwing away and evaluate if they can be recycled or repurposed. *Tip* Check out Glad’s line of composting and recycling bags that help keep waste out of landfills.
How do you approach clean-up once you’re done celebrating?
Disclosure: I participate in the Walmart Moms program and am compensated for my time and honest opinions.
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Cconsider using a professional cleaning service to ensure the home is spotless before your company arrives, and then again after the holidays to allow you some rest and relaxation.