The Struggle is Real: Doing Clothes for a Large Family

If you're a parent of a large family, you know the struggle of doing laundry. With multiple kids playing different sports and a baby or toddler added into the mix, it can feel like you're constantly living in a washeteria. Constantly washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes can be exhausting. But fear not, because in this blog post, I'm going to share some tips and tricks to make laundry day a little less daunting.

First things first, it's essential to establish a routine. If you can wash and dry a load of laundry every day, you'll stay on top of things much more easily than if you wait until you have seven loads piled up. With a large family, the laundry basket can easily get out of control, but tackling a smaller amount of laundry each day makes it a manageable task. Plus, it can be super satisfying to know that everything is clean and ready to be worn again.

Another tip is to make use of organizational tools. Hanging shelves or cubbies in the laundry room can help you keep everything organized. Have each child's cubby designated for their practice and game day clothes. This system helps ensure that those separate clothes are getting washed and dried each week. Organizational tools can also be helpful in keeping clean clothes organized and ready to be put away.

Divide and conquer is a motto that rings true here. Have each child take responsibility for their laundry as they get older. Teach them how to sort their clothes, wash them, fold them, and put them away. This way, you'll share the load (pun intended!) and teach valuable life skills. But let's be real, sometimes we need all hands on deck to get it done!

And don't forget about the power of stain removers! With multiple kids playing sports, there are bound to be grass stains, dirt stains, and all sorts of other stains. I found that the Fels-Naptha bar works wonders for those hard to get out stains. Find a good stain remover that works for you, and don't be afraid to pre-treat stains before throwing clothes in the wash. It can save you time and money in the long run.

Doing laundry for a large family can be challenging and overwhelming, but with a little bit of planning and organization, it's possible to make it a little bit easier. Having a routine, utilizing organizational tools, dividing and conquering the load, and using stain removers can all be game-changers. Plus, think of all the benefits of a well-run laundry system: clean and fresh clothes, a sense of accomplishment, and maybe even a little extra time to relax!