5Jan

My kids have so much stuff!

by ocdnwo Organizing Tips

My kids have so much stuff! Do you find yourself thinking this daily? When kids come into the picture, whatever their ages, they come with huge amounts of stuff. While most of it we need, birthdays and holidays can lead to an overflowing pile that makes storage spaces packed and every day living a challenge. How can we create a streamlined household? Here are some tips!

Purge:
Kids with trouble purging:
- Next, do it when they’re not home. But, instead of getting rid of the items right away, hide them for a few months. If they don’t notice their absence after that, they will probably not notice when they are gone permanently.
Sort:
- Then, sort everything Into sentimental items, useful items, donate, recycle/trash. Then sort these by item type.
Proximity:
- To continue, your kids should be able to reach items they use a lot. This is one of the most important aspects of organizing! Store items that are not used often.
Measure:
- Next, measure your spaces and ensure you have enough bins, drawers, and containers. Map out where you would like the items to go. Don’t be afraid to get rid of items that no longer fit the theme you are going for. If you don’t have one, create one. Choose items in the look you are going for that match each other for an elegant, streamlined look.
Label:
- Lastly, items must be clearly labeled to avoid getting jumbled together again. Inexpensive blue tooth label makers with labels can be found online!