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The Organised Mum Method thread 2

284 replies

Xiaoxiong · 15/01/2019 11:33

Since we were all so chatty and supportive on the last thread, let's keep it going. We're not all mums, not all organised, but we're getting there!

For new joiners: check out www.theorganisedmum.blog for the basics of Level 1 and Level 2 jobs and then come and chat about it!

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Retroraver93 · 12/08/2019 21:52

Hi to you too Littlechocola.

Thanks for checking in to welcome me Flowers

Had a look at the Facebook page earlier and found the closed group page too.

HappyParent2000 · 12/08/2019 22:03

We have been using a totally different method to this that saves about 2 hours a week.

It works around understanding what is minimal and what your level of acceptable mess is.

Having a 3 year old means toys everywhere but that can be cleaned up in 5 minutes to an acceptable level.

Their bedroom is often a tip 2 mins after cleaning so it’s best to clear to vacuum etc then let them sort it out. Keeping it clean will come later.

Once you know your basic level it takes barely anything to keep it ticking over.

You then save up some bigger jobs and do when you can, to keep things sorted and stored correctly.

Lastly working out a system to reduce mess in the first place is a big help.

Often we are conditioned to clean far too much and the pressure seems on, in reality the pressure is all in our heads and no one really cares if your house is “acceptably messy” or “lived in”.

Our friends all have children between 2 and 10, we all work to the same philosophy, our relatives and in-laws have started doing it too!

It also could just be kids are messy and we are all too knackered to keep cleaning up after them...

Lumene · 13/08/2019 09:27

What is the method Happy ? Is there a website?

Bin85 · 13/08/2019 12:51

The new app has launched today

Lumene · 13/08/2019 17:49

I have it and really like it.

Littlehouseinthebigcity · 14/08/2019 15:17

Is the app worth getting? What does it add to the process?

Retroraver93 · 14/08/2019 15:24

Hello again everyone.

I can't seem to get onto the Team Tomm blog anymore. I was hoping to have a look through the recipe section today for some inspiration.

Does anyone know if it has been discontinued altogether and replaced by the app or is it just down for some routine maintenance?

Lumene · 14/08/2019 18:42

The blog is down temporarily, I think related to the popularity of the app.

I love the app because it gives me a tick list per day and that makes me want to get it done.

I would wait a little while before downloading it though as it’s a bit glitchy at the moment, again I think due to the popularity.

Retroraver93 · 14/08/2019 19:30

Thanks for the info Lumene Flowers

Littlehouseinthebigcity · 14/08/2019 19:34

Great thanks @Lumene , will hold off getting the app!

Littlechocola · 14/08/2019 21:51

I use a tick list app (Wunderlist) along with tomm so not sure I’ll bother with the app.

ShatFic · 19/08/2019 03:03

Does anyone know what week they're currently on please? I'm keen to get started but the site is down and I'm awaiting acceptance into the FB group so I'll get the lists off pinterest.

PaquitaSalas · 19/08/2019 05:59

I'm really unhappy having shelled out for the app that it's so glitchy. This morning I can't get in it at all. Meant to be starting my routine so feel annoyed and frustrated.

Littlechocola · 19/08/2019 08:10

@ShatFic week 2 living room.

@PaquitaSalas would you like a list of the jobs until it is fixed? Fingers crossed it’s just teething problems

Lumene · 19/08/2019 08:27

It is starting to get a bit annoying that the app keeps failing to work when you want to use it.

A list of jobs would be really helpful @Littlechocola

Littlechocola · 19/08/2019 08:45

@Lumene

Level 1-
Quick hoover of main traffic areas
Make beds
Bathroom
1 load of laundry

Level 2- Front room
Tidy away anything that doesn’t belong
Dust
Hoover
Sofa dive
Wash pet bedding and throws
Window clean
Mop if you have hard floors

Think that’s it Smile

PaquitaSalas · 19/08/2019 08:47

Many thanks, Littlechocola

Lumene · 19/08/2019 08:53

Thank you!

SmiledWithTheRisingSun · 19/08/2019 08:56

Ooo can I join you?
I would LOVE to be more organised.
Reading with interest Smile

notso · 19/08/2019 09:08

Can I join too? The Facebook group seems so big now.
I've been doing the method on and off for a couple of years, it works well although I can never stick to just 45 mins a day when I'm on it.
Have let things slide a lot in the holidays though. Laundry in particular is backing up both clean and dirty.

Lumene · 19/08/2019 09:10

Hello Smiled and Notso

I’ve just started.

Littlechocola · 19/08/2019 09:24

@notso my laundry is the same! Two more loads to catch up on though! I’m getting there. (Ignoring the teenagers floordrobes which can stay where they left it until they run out of clothes!).

frogsarejumpy · 19/08/2019 09:40

Hi,
First time seeing this method and really keen to follow it. However, the link in op gets the home page but none of the printable will open! Please can someone help? Thanks

Lumene · 19/08/2019 09:47

App seems to be working again.

notso · 19/08/2019 10:04

Thanks for the welcome 
I'm going to tackle the ironing today and it's sunny so I'll try and get a few loads done.
With you on the teen's rooms @Littlechocola, DD's room is horrific at the moment, it looks how imagine the inside of a clothes donation bin looks. She's going to university next month and is allegedly having a clear out though nothing appears to be making its way out Hmm

I bought the app because I'm a sheep! Haven't looked at it yet though so going to gave a look today. I really want to get back into meal planning so hoping there's something to help with that.

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