Prevention is the name of the game when it comes to handling kids’ #summer messes, says The Maids. Set boundaries for kids: A mudroom drop-off tray for dirty socks and shoes can help household keep floors free of mud, grass and sand. Having children eat ice cream and popsicles outdoors plus a post-treat washup regimen can keep sticky hands away from, well, everything. Pick backseat snacks that won’t drip or spill, and pack a roll of paper towels or wipes in the car for spot #cleanups. And have a towel “tree” or clothesline available for wet towels and bathing suits. #Cleaning goes fast when most of the house is a mess-free zone. #SummerMesses
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Getting Kids to Help
Getting kids to help around the house, particularly to care for their clothing and put away laundry, can be a hassle. To remove some of the stress, each child should have a separate clothing basket to carry clothing to the laundry room and to bring fresh clothing back to his or her room, family experts recommend. Decorate it with the child’s name. Better yet, let the child decorate it.