If you have kids under 5, your house probably resembles a toy store after an earthquake more days than you'd like to admit. Relax, you're in good company! Here are 10 organizing hacks to help restore sanity—and your living room.
1. The "Grab-and-Go" Entryway
No more tripping over shoes and jackets. Create a kid-friendly cubby area near your entryway.
A storage bench or cubby system works wonders to neatly store shoes, backpacks, and jackets—making mornings easier.
2. Toy Rotation Bins
Kids get bored fast, and clutter piles up faster. Organize toys into clear, labeled bins and rotate them weekly. Kids get excited about "new" toys, and you get fewer toys to pick up each day. These Organizable storage bins make it easy.
3. Command Center Calendar
Ever missed a doctor's appointment? Same. Put a magnetic dry-erase calendar in a high-traffic area. Write down appointments, birthdays, and playdates. Check out this handy family wall calendar.
4. Picture-Label Toy Organization
Toddlers can't read "blocks," but they can recognize pictures. Label storage bins with printed photos or drawings. It encourages kids to help tidy up independently (win-win). Try our easy-to-use printable labels.
5. The Out-of-Reach "Sanity" Shelf with Secure Containers
Keep messy or supervised activities—like paint or sensory kits—out of reach in containers that are secure.
Put them up high on a designated shelf, accessible only with your help. A sturdy floating shelf is ideal.
Read our Pro Tips on Organizing Craft Supplies
6. Bath Toy Storage Solution
Stop slipping on squeaky bath toys. Use a mesh basket or suction-cup organizer to let toys drain and keep your tub clear. This mesh bath toy organizer is a lifesaver.
7. Kid-Friendly Laundry Bin
Kids' clothes scattered everywhere? Introduce each kid to their own fun laundry bin. Encourages tidiness and builds early habits. Check out these adorable kid-friendly laundry hampers.
8. Car Organization Kits
Your car shouldn't resemble a drive-through disaster. Seat-back organizers store snacks, wipes, and toys neatly. A practical car seat organizer makes every trip smoother.
9. Under-Bed Storage Drawers
Maximize hidden space! Under-bed drawers are perfect for diapers, clothing, and extra toys. Choose drawers with wheels for easy access, like these rolling storage drawers.
10. Kitchen Cabinet "Kid-Zone"
Encourage independence with a kid-designated lower cabinet for cups, bowls, and snack containers. Less scrambling for you, more confidence-building for them. Check out this snack organizer - perfect for organizing pull out pantry drawers or cabinets!
Small Hacks, Big Wins
Implement these tips slowly—there's no rush to perfection. Remember, little changes make a big difference. For more smart, fun, and practical organizing hacks, subscribe today. Your sanity will thank you!
