3 Unexpected Benefits of Maintaining a Clean Home
Cleaning is probably not high on your list of favorite things to do, but it's important to find time to clean if you have children in your home. As you’ve probably noticed, kids are experts at making messes. Actively setting aside time to clean your home offers benefits for both mental and physical health. When done right, the results will feel worthwhile, rather than like you’re trapped in an endless cycle of chaos.
It Will Make You Happier
Believe it or not, cleaning and tidying actually make you happier. Scrubbing toilets and mopping floors may not offer glee when you are performing the tasks, but having a clean, tidy home will make you happier in the long run. You'll find that you take pride in your residence and derive more comfort there. A cleaner home generally means more productivity and focus, and that makes any mom happy. You can find things faster and not feel constantly overwhelmed by a mess. Finally, a clean house also decreases your stress levels because it reduces your subconscious load. And as the saying goes, when mom’s happy, everyone’s happy.
It Will Keep You Healthier
A clean home is a healthy home. Aside from keeping mold, bacteria, and viruses in check, regular cleaning keeps pests at bay. Dirty, damp clothes left in piles breeds bacteria, and food left on countertops offers incentives for roaches, mice and other pests. There are more kinds of mice than you might expect, and they all can make your family sick. They leave droppings throughout your home, so you'll want a clean environment that won't attract them or offer them a place to hide. Cockroaches also love messy houses, and keeping your home clean is one of the easiest ways to keep them at bay.
It Will Give You a Routine
Motherhood is wonderful, but it also makes for an unpredictable schedule. To maintain a clean home, you need to keep to a cleaning routine. As crazy as it may sound, having a routine in place when you are a parent can help you preserve your sanity through the sleep deprivation, tantrums, and other havoc. Perform small cleaning tasks daily, and set aside a time to deep clean regularly. Your entire family can help. This will make your cleaning routine a family bonding experience, and you'll pass down the importance of cleaning to your kids.
It Will Make You Sleep Better
You spend a third of your lifetime in bed. Maintaining a healthy environment not just at home in general, but in bed, is essential. Most experts recommend washing your sheets weekly, but it all depends on the season, the fabrics in use and personal hygiene and circumstances.
Compared to regular clothes, it is important to know how to wash a blanket specifically, especially if you are using the recently fairly common weighted blankets. Make your research and make sure you do this chore on a regular basis.
It's not easy to find spare time as a mom, but it's important to prioritize cleaning your home. The mental and physical health benefits are worth it, and it’s a great opportunity to teach essential life skills to your kids.