{"id":2090,"date":"2025-02-10T19:40:15","date_gmt":"2025-02-10T19:40:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/?p=2090"},"modified":"2025-02-20T17:14:18","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T17:14:18","slug":"the-weekly-cleaning-schedule-for-working-moms-that-will-save-your-sanity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/the-weekly-cleaning-schedule-for-working-moms-that-will-save-your-sanity\/","title":{"rendered":"The Weekly Cleaning Schedule for Working Moms That Will Save Your Sanity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"5 Things I Do Weekly For A Spotless Home! This is my Easy Cleaning Schedule for Homemakers\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GoUF-ZdpvhY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Whether you\u2019re trekking to the office every day or juggling Zoom calls with a toddler on your lap, life as a working mom can feel <em>straight-up overwhelming<\/em>. There\u2019s already so much on your plate, and on top of that, there\u2019s the constant mess, the endless chores, and the nagging feeling that you can never quite catch up. I\u2019ve been there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">For years, I commuted <em>three hours<\/em> a day for my full-time job. By the time I got home, I was completely wiped out. Dishes in the sink? Ignored. Laundry piles? Growing like Mount Everest. Keeping a clean house felt like an impossible dream, and honestly, I kind of just gave up for a while. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">But here\u2019s the thing I figured out, and it\u2019s a total game-changer. You don\u2019t need hours of effort to keep your house under control. What transformed everything for me was carving out <em>just 15 minutes a day<\/em> to focus on one weekly task. I built it into my morning routine <a href=\"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/my-morning-cleaning-routine-5-things-i-do-every-morning-to-make-sure-my-house-is-always-clean\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(you can find that here)\">(you can find that here)<\/a> and not only did it help my house feel cleaner, but it also made me <em>feel<\/em> less stressed. And guess what? That made me a way happier, more present mom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Now I\u2019m sharing this routine with you, my fellow busy moms, because I <em>know<\/em> how much difference it can make. Just five simple tasks spread throughout the week, combined with quick morning and evening cleanups, and suddenly your home goes from chaos to calm\u2014without sucking up all your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Here\u2019s How It Works<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Each day, you focus 15 minutes on one thing. That\u2019s it. You don\u2019t have to clean the whole house at once\u2014no one has time for that. By the end of the week, you\u2019ll have hit all the key areas, and you\u2019ll feel good about it. Plus, these tasks are designed to fit into your life, whether you\u2019re coming off a long day at the office or jumping straight from work mode to mom mode at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Monday \u2013 Deep Cleaning or Decluttering<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Alright, I used to dread Mondays because, well, Mondays aren\u2019t exactly anyone\u2019s favorite, right? But now, I use them to tackle one <em>small<\/em> part of my house for deep cleaning or decluttering. I\u2019m not talking about an hours-long scrub-fest\u2014I mean 15 minutes, tops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Pick one zone of your house, like the kitchen or your bedroom, and dig in. (<a href=\"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/zone-cleaning-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Check out my post on my zone system for inspo here)\">Check out my post on my zone system for inspo here)<\/a> Maybe you wipe down the fridge shelves or organize that one drawer that always collects random junk. (We all have one, right?) If you need help figuring out what to focus on, I swear by a little checklist of tiny tasks\u2014things you can knock out in five minutes. So I have what I call my <a href=\"https:\/\/radio.domesticdaydreams.com\/offers\/gwUhy6HS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"5 Minute Miracles printable checklist here\">5 Minute Miracles printable checklist here<\/a>. By the end of the week, you\u2019ll be amazed at how much you\u2019ve done!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tuesday \u2013 Bathroom Touch-Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Cleaning the bathroom doesn\u2019t have to feel like punishment. I promise! Once I started doing it <em>every week<\/em>, it stopped being this awful, daunting thing. Spending a few minutes on it means things never get gross.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Here are a few little tricks to make it easier:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Keep a sponge (like the dishwashing kind with the soap dispenser) in the shower and do a quick wipe-down while you&#8217;re in there (two birds, one stone!).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Store wipes near the sink to tackle toothpaste splatters or water spots as they pop up or while brushing your teeth in the AM or PM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Do a quick swish in the toilet bowl after, um, <em>certain situations<\/em> to save yourself from scrubbing later.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It\u2019s small stuff, but it makes bathroom cleaning so much less of a chore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wednesday \u2013 Fridge Clean-Out + Meal Planning<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Wednesdays are perfect for a fresh start. Clean out the fridge, toss anything suspicious (leftover spaghetti from last week? Bye!), and give it a quick wipe-down. It doesn\u2019t take long, it takes almost no-time actually when you do it weekly, but it feels <em>so<\/em> satisfying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Once the fridge is clean, it\u2019s the perfect time to meal plan. Knowing what\u2019s in the fridge makes it so much easier to figure out meals for the week. I usually take a few minutes to jot down ideas, make a grocery list, and even pop leftovers into the freezer if needed. It\u2019s a little reset that takes a huge load off later in the week when dinnertime rolls around. <a href=\"https:\/\/radio.domesticdaydreams.com\/offers\/coLUeviw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"You can get my meal planning printable here.\">You can get my meal planning printable here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Thursday \u2013 Dusting Made Easy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">By Thursday, I\u2019m usually running low on energy, so I like to keep it light. Dusting is kind of the easiest task on this list. Trust me\u2014it doesn\u2019t have to be anything fancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Grab a sock, spray it with a little cleaner (I use a <a href=\"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/how-to-make-your-own-homemade-cleaning-products-diy-dusting-spray-recipe\/\" title=\"\">homemade dusting spray<\/a>. you can find my post on it here, or in the video below), and swipe it over surfaces. Bonus points if the kiddos want to help\u2014you can actually make it fun by turning them into \u201cdust detectives\u201d or giving them sock mittens to dust with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It\u2019s quick, easy, and makes your house feel so much fresher going into the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"DIY Dusting Spray Recipe | Non-Toxic Cleaning\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Y-cHo7yfIGM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Friday \u2013 Floors (Vacuuming + Mopping)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Okay, here\u2019s the deal\u2014I don\u2019t go overboard with floors. By Friday, I\u2019m more focused on just getting through the day, so I do what I can. I vacuum and mop as fast as I can and call it good. No need to move furniture or get every corner spotless! I also use hacks like a vacuum\/mop combo for the kitchen and non-carpet floors so I don&#8217;t have to sweep first. I can do a deep clean of the floors during my 15 minute zone work monthly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The important thing is to give yourself permission to <em>not be perfect<\/em>. A quick once-over is better than nothing, and you can always get the corners next time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Saturday \u2013 Another Quick Zone Cleanup<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Saturdays are great for catching up on your zone work just like Monday. Whether it\u2019s tackling a cluttered shelf or giving the baseboards a quick wipe, spend 15 minutes wrapping up what you started earlier in the week. Sometimes I even have enough energy to get a little extra ahead\u2014on a good day, that happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pair It with Morning + Evening Routines<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">To really keep the ship steady, I\u2019ve added quick morning and evening routines into the mix. <a href=\"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/my-morning-cleaning-routine-5-things-i-do-every-morning-to-make-sure-my-house-is-always-clean\/\" title=\"\">My morning routine<\/a> is super simple\u2014stuff like unloading the dishwasher and starting a load of laundry. At night, I reset the house with a <a href=\"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/the-ultimate-evening-reset-guide-5-things-i-do-every-night-for-a-stress-free-morning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"quick 30 minute routine\">quick 30 minute routine<\/a> so the next day can start off fresh (and, hey, less chaotic).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">These little habits keep things manageable. And because there\u2019s no giant pile of mess to deal with, it\u2019s a lot easier to stick with the weekly plan, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remember, You\u2019ve Got This<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Look, I know how hard you\u2019re already working. Whether you\u2019re exhausted from your commute or tired from balancing work deadlines with cooking dinner, I want you to know this\u2014you\u2019re already a rock star.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This cleaning routine isn\u2019t about adding more to your plate. It\u2019s about making things a little easier, a little more manageable, so you can spend less time stressing about messes and more time enjoying your family (or, you know, finally getting a moment to sit down with that cup of coffee).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It\u2019s just 15 minutes a day, one task at a time. Start small, stay consistent, and watch your home transform\u2014without sacrificing your sanity. You\u2019ve got this, mama. And if I can do it? Trust me, you can too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Bonus Hack!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">I do all of these tasks I mentioned in this post while listening to my Domestic Daydreams morning radio cleaning routine. What the heck is that you might be asking? Girl, don\u2019t worry, I\u2019ll tell you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/b5a47451-2aca-4331-b03f-71d698a70d9e-2-1.jpg?resize=576%2C1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1697\" style=\"width:270px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/b5a47451-2aca-4331-b03f-71d698a70d9e-2-1.jpg?resize=576%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/b5a47451-2aca-4331-b03f-71d698a70d9e-2-1.jpg?resize=169%2C300&amp;ssl=1 169w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/b5a47451-2aca-4331-b03f-71d698a70d9e-2-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/b5a47451-2aca-4331-b03f-71d698a70d9e-2-1.jpg?resize=864%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 864w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/b5a47451-2aca-4331-b03f-71d698a70d9e-2-1.jpg?w=1125&amp;ssl=1 1125w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free Guided Podcast Cleaning Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">I used to struggle SO BAD with keeping my house clean. My ADHD brain was just not made to follow any of the cleaning routines and checklists I had tried until THIS: I finally started using audio morning cleaning routines ft. 1950s radio shows like Dragnet! and Father Knows Best! I press play in the AM, it guides me through a routine in 30 minutes, including the rotating weekly tasks I talked about above, and when I\u2019m done I have a clean house!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">With my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/radio.domesticdaydreams.com\/opt-in\">Domestic Daydreams Audio Morning Cleaning Routine<\/a>, I\u2019ve made cleaning fun and efficient by turning it into a guided daily task with the help of nostalgic Dragnet episodes. \ud83c\udfb6 Say goodbye to dragging around timers or deciding what to clean next \u2013 I\u2019ve got your back every step of the way! \u2728<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">And I\u2019m giving away a few&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/radio.domesticdaydreams.com\/opt-in\">free episodes<\/a>&nbsp;of the routine! 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