Free Back-to-School Checklist
By popular demand! The summer break is here, but don't get too relaxed! Preparing for the new academic year can be overwhelming for both parents and students. We've compiled all the essential tasks and tips to help you get ready for...
Travelling with Kids: Top Tips From Parents
Got a trip planned and dreading the journey? How on earth are you going to keep the little ones entertained? Don't worry! The Organised Mum Community is here with their top tips to help you get from A - Z without (too much) stress. https://youtu.be/sYo5-YclP4A
“I’m Hungry!” A Quick List of Snack Ideas for Busy Parents
The school holidays are nearly here and they can be a whirlwind with little ones constantly on the go and always in need of snacks. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, run out of ideas, and get stuck in a snack rut ... fear not! We've got you covered with a list of snack...
Theme Park Tips for Parents
Are you thinking of taking the family to a theme park this Summer? While the excitement is contagious, navigating long queues and keeping everything organised can sometimes be a bit of a headache. Don't worry, though, we’ve got your back with these tips from fellow...
Summer Holiday Parenting Tips: Embrace Rainy Days and Sunshine Adventures!
Are you ready to dive into the summer holidays with your little ones? We know it can be a challenge to keep them entertained, especially when the weather is unpredictable. That's why we've got some awesome tips to help you plan activities and keep to your budget!...
20 Housekeeping Time-Saving Tips for an Organised Home
We get it, you're busy and keeping a tidy and organised home can feel like an endless task (especially when time is limited). But don't worry we've got your back! With a few clever time-saving tips, you can streamline your housekeeping routine and claw back those...
7 Ways To Get Your Home Smelling Ah-Mazing
Want to transform your home into a fragrant oasis without shelling out a load of cash? Well, you're in luck! We've rounded up seven ridiculously simple and wallet-friendly tips to make your home smell absolutely divine. Get ready to unleash the scent-national magic...
Things you might be forgetting to clean in the bathroom
Bathroom cleaning is a hot topic in TeamTOMM. I promise they aren't as scary to clean as people think and if you make sure that you approach bathroom cleaning with a little and often mindset then you will always be on top of them! But bathroom cleaning is a bit more...
Cut your ironing time in half!
So what do you do when you have an ever increasing ironing pile that is growing into a small hill and will soon become a mountain? Well...it is all in the prep! Top tips to get ironing done in half the time: If using a tumble dryer, don't overload it. This will give...
How to keep on top of the housework when you’re pregnant
I have been pregnant three times and was once a doula and an antenatal teacher. So I have spent a lot of time either being pregnant or around pregnant women! In fact, at some point I was pregnant AND a doula! And the whole time I was following TOMM. Despite absolutely...
Dishwasher Top Tips
If you are nodding along and you and your family have had that teeth gritted dishwasher discussion too many times than you care to remember then I am hoping that I can help a little. I want you to think of me as your intermediary, a mediator if you will! Here are my...
The Daily Plan
Back in March, I never expected the lockdown/local lockdowns to go on for as long as they have. Many of us are in different versions of lockdown and we are heading for what looks like a COVID Christmas. I know that there are LOTS of us who have had our daily structure...
The Pink Stuff in Your Bathroom: No Not THAT Pink Stuff!
We all know about the black type of mould that can appear in the bathroom and many a TOMMer has asked the best way to tackle this. There are lots of ways to win the war with mould and mildew in the bathroom ranging from a blast of a special mould and mildew spray (you...
Episode 2 TeamTOMM Transformation
This week we are with Liz who needs to tackle a full Messy House Bootcamp .... it is a CORKER! https://youtu.be/ctzppsN1MUs
TeamTOMM Transformations Episode 1
We went to visit Sally in London and helped her launch an attack on the piles of kids clothes she had been keeping - TeamTOMM style! https://youtu.be/fkKkns2tREA
My Fave Kitchen Cleaning Tips
These 5 tips are HANDS DOWN my favourites on kitchen cleaning day (also known as Thursday on TeamTOMM ) https://youtu.be/TZMMDuspbew
How to Clean Your Log Burner Glass
Want a quick and easy way to clean you log burner glass? This will help! https://youtu.be/KhUGmiVphR8
How to descale your kettle with vinegar
The adventures with vinegar continue Chez Bray but this is something that I have been doing for years! A really common question that lands in my inbox is how best to descale a kettle. So here is my go-to method: Last thing at night when no one will need the kettle...
I Made My Own Cleaning Products! Here’s How I Got On …
As you know I'm always up for a challenge and I also think it is really important to continue to learn and grow, so recently I have been researching how I can help our planet by trying to clean a little bit more consciously. Things I have found out so far ... making...
Challenge! Can I get dishcloths white again? (without using bleach!!)
If you have been keeping up with my social media pages you will know that I am trying my best to move away from disposable cloths in an attempt to be more environmentally conscious in the way that I clean. The easy part was buying a lovely set of white traditional...
The Organised Wardrobe!
Want to know how I do it? https://youtu.be/YSEgjxgGKg8
Make Your Oven Shine!
Does your oven look a bit dull? Is the glass a little lack lustre? Do you want to see them cakes baking?! ? https://youtu.be/5LhtgV-G1Ok
How I Organise My Kitchen Cupboards
You all know that I am ALL about a realistic way to keep on top of stuff at home. So you won't find me over prettifying my house. It has to function and it has to be practical! https://youtu.be/HS4Y1B9OFv4
Zoflora Safety Information
Hi #TeamTOMM ❤️ You all know how much I LOVE Zoflora and that I have been safely using it for YEARS! The team at Zoflora have asked me to share this with you in reaction to recent trends for using Zoflora on social media. Please read and feel free to share. Much love...
TeamTOMM’s Fave Bathroom Products
Splish Splash I was taking a bath ... Earlier in the week, I asked the amazing crew over on TeamTOMM which bathroom cleaning products they thought were the bomb! There were hundreds of comments, I have gone through them all and here are the most popular ones by far!...
My Morning Routine | TOMM before 8:30am?!
You have been asking me for ages to do a new morning routine video so here it is! https://youtu.be/oX2wIZ1U4Ic
When Did You Last Wash Your Pillows?
As today is Clean Sheet Tuesday I thought it would be fitting to talk about pillows! On TOMM bed sheets get washed weekly but what about pillows? When was the was the last time you washed your pillows? Pillows need washing at least every six months (more regularly if...
Shark v Dyson: The Results!
THE MOST frequently asked question on the TeamTOMM Facebook Group is which is better the Shark or the Dyson? So I asked Shark and Dyson to send me their machines so I could test them and answer the question once and for all (I never dreamed they would say yes!!) Here...
Weaning! How to keep stuff clean!
Weaning is fun but it is also messy! Here are my top tips for keeping everything clean whilst weaning your little ones ... includes a 20% discount code for The Tidy Tot! https://youtu.be/BJPzoSBY0PM
Are Kids Sabotaging Your Cleaning?
I have three boys, they have all at one time or other (or all at the same if I've been unlucky) tried to sabotage my attempts to keep the house in order ... here is how I cope. Gem x https://youtu.be/MJWhTWjAjVM
How I do it: Hallway Day!
Here's another cleaning video for you! (I know you LOVE them!) This time it is all about how I tackle my Wednesdays on The Organised Mum Method ? https://youtu.be/6fdJUvXfRRU
Top 5 things you might be forgetting to clean in the kitchen!
You've set your timer and you've blitzed your kitchen whilst listening to the TeamTOMM cleaning playlist (available on my Youtube channel) but have you cleaned these? The crumb catcher in the toaster ... where the raisins from your fruit loaf go to die. The seal...
My Picks For a Cleaning Kit for Newbies!
If you are new to the cleaning world (or even if you are just trying to cull your products) then here is what I would consider the essentials! https://youtu.be/FczLieF-_rA
Clean Sheet Tuesday Vlog!
I know how you all love to see how I do it! Come with me as I tackle the formidable beast known as Clean Sheet Tuesday! https://youtu.be/E7U_xXB_g2U
Life Hack! Organise Your Bag … EASILY!
Those of you who follow my social media pages will know all about the TeamTOMM Tip of The Week! Members of TeamTOMM will throw their life and cleaning hacks at me so I can cherry pick the awesome ones and bring them your way! Well, this one was so so so so good that I...
Friday Focus: Master Bedroom
https://youtu.be/15p66UR1yeA Another video showing you how I tackle TOMM ... this time it is Friday Focus day and I am in the master bedroom.
Babies and Cleaning (Spoiler: handling the two isn’t easy)
So you know by now that I have three children (three boys to be exact) and they are 11,9 and 2. They are no longer babies but they were all babies once! You also know that I created The Organised Mum Method when my first child was born when I suddenly realised that my...
Selling Your Home? Read This First!
If you frequent my blog on the regular then you will already know that I don't think we should all be living in picture perfect show homes. Because quite frankly it isn't practical. I think a family home needs to enjoyed and it needs to be functional. Well, the one...
Want a Natural Way Get Rid of Ants? … Cinnamon!
So it is that time of year and there have been loads of questions on the Team TOMM Facebook Group about ants. As you can imagine lots of TOMMers have little ones and pets running around so they need effective and natural ways to stop the crawlies in their tracks! Lots...
How To Make Your Home Smell GOOD!
First impressions count! It doesn't matter how long you've spent scrubbing on your hands and knees .. if your home has a nasty pong then all your hard work will go unnoticed. Here are my top tips to make your home smell goooood! https://youtu.be/ZTL2ljQNZRg
My Top Storage Tips!
We always need more storage! A girl can never have enough! Here are my top tips for squeezing more storage into your home ? https://youtu.be/76PCQwD-Zu0
Kids Destroying Your Hard Work?
We are slap bang in the middle of the Easter holidays in the UK and that means one thing ... actually two things ... kids and kids that are hyped up on chocolate! Here is how I keep it all together and not lose my shiz! https://youtu.be/UVOiMb2fFSE
New Printables!
For ages (and I mean AGES) I have been getting requests to condense the printables so that the Friday Focus jobs are all on one piece of paper ...this way you won't have to print out reams of paper anymore! So today I sat down and did it! Here is the new format, I...
Oi! Lurkers! Over Here! We Need To Talk.
I want to talk to you about face creams! Bear with me! I am one of those people who buy all the creams and potions, the nice clothes and the sparkly bling (costume jewellery, I can't afford the real ice!) but then I never wear them or use them! I bought them because I...
Make It Seem Like You’ve Cleaned … (When You TOTALLY Haven’t!)
I was looking at my Facebook memories the other day and I saw this status from when I was still in the newborn phase with Jonny. A spray of polish and some bleach down the loo and to the unsuspecting it seems like you've been cleaning all day! Now I know that some of...
The Psychology of Stuff: The Right House For You.
The final part of the mini-series written for us by the truly incredible The Psychology Mum I’ve looked at four aspects of the complex relationship between psychology and our home environment. But what kind of house makes us happy? There seems to be a growing belief...
The Psychology of Stuff: Emotions
The next part of the wonderful mini-series by The Psychology Mum ... Us humans have emotions that become entangled in most things, and that includes our house and the things in it. The relationship is complex, and at the extreme end may manifest itself as part of a...
Irony: being asked to review an iron when you hate ironing!
You all know that I'm not a fan of ironing! I have written blog posts on how I avoid it and I make Mike iron all his own shirts (quite right too!) So when I was asked to review the Pheonix Gold FreeFlight Cordless Iron I couldn't help but say yes and have a little...
The Psychology of Stuff: Attachment
The third part of our mini-series ... all about why we have so much stuff ... wonderfully written by The Psychology Mum Attachment It's quite well known that the acquisition of objects (i.e. shopping!) can be associated with the release of feel-good chemicals...
Your Frequently Asked Questions
Yesterday I asked members of the Facebook Group what they wanted to ask me and I have answered as many questions as possible in my latest YouTube vid ... [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kh1QFBkQzMo&w=560&h=315]
The Psychology of Stuff: Control
The second instalment of the mini series by Emma The Psychology Mum ❤️ Control The world is a pretty chaotic place and often we have very little control over it. However, we do exert some control over our home and what we put in it. Control is a core component of many...
The Psychology of Stuff: A mini-series!
I am so happy to introduce this mini series! The Organised Mum Blog is getting brainy!!! The wonderful Emma, a Dr. of Clinical Psychology, also known on Instagram as @thepsychologymum is going to be digging deep into our minds, revealing the secrets about the...
Do You Rock? … (you do now!)
So .... if you don't follow me on Instagram and Facebook then you won't have got the memo that every day there is new playlist uploaded to my YouTube channel, meaning you can truly Rock The Housework. The playlists last 30 minutes (give or take ... you know, I...
I Don’t Spring Clean (and you don’t have to either!)
Lots of you have asked me if I am going to do a Spring Clean plan ... similar to the HUGELY popular Organised Christmas Plan The short answer to that is no ? Bear with me ... I can explain! The idea of Spring cleaning is one of those adulty things that we feel we...
The F Word! What To Do When Fleas Invade!
Last night I was in bed and I heard some foxes having a very nice time (if you know what I mean) in a nearby garden! Cue panic! It wasn't the fact that a mummy fox and a daddy fox were making baby foxes, but the fear that they might build a den in my garden again and...
Eco Week: The Fallout. My Fave Eco Friendly Cleaning Products!
If you have been following me on social media you will know that Eco Week came to an on Friday! I spent 5 days cleaning my home with just eco-friendly cleaning products. Watch how I got on here The upshot was that I REALLY missed the bleach and I have gone back...
My Eco Week | I used only eco products for a WHOLE WEEK!
This was always going to be a challenge for me!!! I use bleach LOADS and I also use Zoflora daily. Here is how I got on ... [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZhPdi0HWxM&w=560&h=315]
If You’ve Got Piles (of washing!)
Let's talk about the beast the feeds the ironing ... THE WASHING! We spoke about ironing earlier this week (here's the link to how I deal with the ironing) but ironing is only half of the story! I hate doing laundry, the whole cycle winds RIGHT me up. Sorting...
Ironing Sucks! Here is how I avoid it!
THE most frequent question that I get asked is when I fit ironing into TOMM. The truth is I don't ... because I don't iron ? ... here is how I get away with it!! https://youtu.be/VDw30jj3ZJw
Find Time To TOMM When Your Life is CRAZY BUSY!
Over on the Facebook group we have been having discussions about how everyone gets it all done ... here are some of the highlights ... [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ki_akGYxX4E&w=560&h=315]
New Here?
Feeling overwhelmed by housework? Want more time in the day to do fun stuff? The Organised Mum Method has the potential to REVOLUTIONISE your life! So what are you waiting for? All of the information you need to get started is in the Beginners' Guide (you'll see it in...
I’ve Got The Key, I’ve Got The Secret!
So you all know by now that The Organised Mum Method is a really simple and effective way to keep on top of the housework! So I just wanted to share with you the key to making the whole shebang work. The Friday Focus... The Friday Focus day is the cornerstone to TOMM...
Living Room Day! See How I Do It!
So many people have commented on the fact that I have a white sofa, three kids and a dog ... I think some of you are concerned for my sanity! I promise you it works! See how I tackle Mondays on TOMM! https://youtu.be/bSyzA8pZiMY
How To Clean Your Handheld Dyson V6 Filter … without laughing!
Actually, I failed at the not laughing part ... but you will get the general idea! https://youtu.be/irz6Gyb3dGs
Level 1 Jobs Explained!
So many of you have asked me to do a video about the level 1 jobs ... and you know I just can't refuse your beautiful faces ... so here it is! https://youtu.be/KAbp27wtvIE
Kitchen Day! … see how I do it!
So Thursday is kitchen day on The Organised Mum Method! Want to see how I tackle it? Watch the vid ? ? https://youtu.be/tH-QQbIlo6o
Where Do I Start?
This is THE most asked question in the Facebook Group ... If you are not a member yet then you can join here If you are new to the blog then you're going to love it here ? I will hold your hand and walk you back to order! Check out the messy house bootcamp and the...
The Cleaning Products I am Loving Right Now!
One of the first every videos I filmed was my must have cleaning products .... I still love them .. but here are few more that are pushing all the right buttons! https://youtu.be/9QSNGUTanvs
My Evening Routine (weekdays)
So you all waited SO patiently for this .... My evening routine vlog! https://youtu.be/2EeGQjE4aGE
First Time Hosting Christmas Dinner? Here Are My Top Tips! (to make sure you actually have fun!)
When I first moved in with Mike I literally was FALLING OVER myself to prove my festive prowess. I was marinating a turkey overnight, I made enough side dishes to feed a small army, bought the entire stock of Threshers .... basically went over the top. Not only did it...
Five Jobs You Can Do in 5 Minutes ….
You know that my mantra is little and often ... this is the KEY to staying on top of everything at home. If you ever find yourself with 5 minutes to kill then utilise them! So with this in mind, I want to talk about those little faffy jobs that seem neither here nor...
My Week Day Morning Routine
When I published my morning routine video lots of you requested a written down version to help inspire and motivate you. So here it is .... I hope it helps. You can print it out for free MORNING ROUTINE If you want to watch the morning routine video then it is here...
The Clutter Buster: For When You Have Too Much Stuff!
Do you live in a one bed flat but have enough clutter to fill a castle? You can’t clean around clutter! If you want to start The Organised Mum Method but find yourself staring at piles of junk and having no idea where to start, then you NEED this! If you like the idea...
#LifeSkills | Kitchen
Food poisoning is NOT fun! In my latest #lifeskills video I show you how to keep your kitchen clean and safe so you don't get sick. https://youtu.be/X6tMHh6FGUg
What Jobs Can The Kids Do? | Age Appropriate Chore List!
This is a really important subject! So many kids are growing up without learning basic household skills. ... Get them OFF YouTube and get them learning some Life Skills! So when they eventually leave home they won't be left wondering how to wash their clothes! If you...
#LifeSkills: How To Change Your Bedding
oooo this is a goodie!! Hands up who would love their kids to be able to do this job? Get them to watch this video and you'll be able to sit down have a cuppa and watch them do it! https://youtu.be/4aPA8ru-k7Q
#LifeSkill: How To Clean Your Clothes!
Over the next few weeks I am going to be sharing some basic household jobs that are essential to getting by in life! So if you know anyone that is just about to move out of home (or if you are about to fly the nest!) then give them a watch! The first life skill is...
1 Week Boot Camp! For When You’ve Lost Control of The Housework!
GET YOUR HOME BACK TO ITS BEST IN JUST ONE WEEK! Ok soldier this is NOT going to be an easy week ... but if you want a clean home at the end of it then I am afraid you are just going to have to suck it up. So shoulders back, roll up your sleeves and put your...
How To Cope When Your Kids Get Sick: What To Do When The Sick Bug Strikes!
[wpvideo uH1bHghq] Do you remember the time before kids, when you were able to go to bed for as long as it took for you to recover? WELL THOSE DAYS ARE OVER SOLDIER! Now you are a parent, getting sick is a luxury that you can ill afford (see what I did there?!)...
Do You Clean TOO Much? … You Need The Organised Mum Method.
In a straw poll, 96% of people said they felt more relaxed about cleaning since they started following The Organised Mum Method. • There is more to life than cleaning! Shocking right? That statement might seem a bit odd coming from me, considering I am the creator of...
Slow Cooker Top Tips
As many of you know I have LOTS of slow cooker recipes on the blog ... check them out here...slow cooker recipes. The reason why I share lots of slow cooker recipes is because I absolutely LOVE my slow cooker. It is like my best friend in the kitchen. I haven't gone...
Save Money On The Food Shop! The Tricks That REALLY Work!
When I was a single mum I really needed to watch the cash, so I started to use some tactics that helped me to save money on the food shop! They were so effective that I have used them ever since. I hope it helps, after all, we could all do with a few little extra...
My Top Housekeeping Gadgets!
Do you feel overwhelmed by the vast array of household gadgetry available?! In my latest video I walk you through my must haves! https://youtu.be/HAgunHDklsw
Kitchen Hacks…Shortcuts to Make Cooking Easier.
I love to cook, it is my favourite hobby after eating! Over the years I have found some fantastic shortcuts to make cooking much less daunting. I taught myself to cook after I had my first baby. Before that we used to live off chips and baked beans. I am really not...
Top Secrets Behind Being an Organised Mum!
I wasn't always organised (ask my mum) I had to teach myself. When I became a parent I realised that I was in charge of keeping a small human alive and I needed to have more structure in my life.I was totally freaked out! If you feel the same then take a deep breath,...
The Mysterious Case of the Odd Sock! Where Do They All Go?!
You know the scenario you are stood looking at 3 odd socks ... now you KNOW that you put 3 pairs of socks into the washing machine! But 3 of them seem to have gone AWOL. Are the socks plotting amongst themselves whilst they are spinning round in the machine...? I...
How To Keep Your Home Smelling Fresh When You Have Pets
Here are some top tips to keep your home smelling sweet! Wash pet bedding once a week (TOMM does this on a Monday) Empty poo from litter trays ASAP Wash pet bowls daily Regularly groom/wash your cats and dogs. Pet waste should not go in the kitchen bin ... bag...
You Have 3 Kids and a Dog … and You Have a White Sofa?!
I have a white sofa (yes you read that right!) ... and I have a home that is filled with kids and a dog (mess making machines!) I am washing my sofa slipcovers today - a hugely satisfying job! - and when I saw them freshly cleaned and drying it came to me in a flash...
Embarrassing Cleaning Mistakes I Have Made So You Don’t Have To!
Washing up liquid in the washing machine? Ironing a carpet? .... there are soooo many! https://youtu.be/inyf4s8aaO4
The drawer that time forgot (a.k.a. the Junk Drawer!/ Man Drawer!)
Today's post was inspired by one of my Instagram followers ... Do you have one of these drawers in your house? .. ours is in the kitchen... or maybe you have a junk cupboard ....Monica I am looking at YOU! ? Now it can be argued that there is a need for a place like...
How To Find an Extra Hour in Your Day
I would LOVE a 25 hour day ... maybe even a 3 day weekend?! But that is never going to happen so this vlog is all about squeezing as much time out of your day as possible! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmP5OBk-4XA
C.B.A. Days and How to Deal with Them!
We all have C.B.A. (can't be arsed) Days. However you might be slightly classier than me and call them Duvet Days! I have them. And when they come a knocking I embrace them, down tools and welcome the downtime. More often than not a one day break from the normal...
How to maximise your mornings and get a head start on the day (even if you are not a morning person)
Mornings can be a manic part of the day (understatement of the year!) especially when you have kids! I am not a natural morning person. I like the idea of getting up with the lark and doing a bit of morning yoga, but I came to conclusion a while ago that mornings...
The Organised Mum Method Explained
Do you feel like you are fighting a losing battle with the housework? Then why not give The Organised Mum Method a try? https://youtu.be/uYxiaEjWRY4
Why you don’t have to be a mum (or even a female!) to follow The Organised Mum Method
I have worn a few hats in my life so far ... working mum, work from home mum, stay at home mum, single mum, step-mum, fish and chip shop owner (yes you read that right!), antenatal teacher, doula, writer and I even had a brief fling with a TV career (not as glamorous...
The Secret Weapons I Can’t Live Without – My Top Cleaning Products!
If you want to know what products I just can't live without then take a look at this video! https://youtu.be/Qt8omiO3m_A
Help!! Unexpected Guest … Emergency Tidy Routine.
Been there! Even with our best intentions (and even if you are following The Organised Mum Method) then there will inevitably be times when your house is a little less than perfect! Right on cue (it is like they can sense it!) someone announces they are calling over...
How can I get my kids to pitch in?
Help! Does it really gets on your nerves when you have spent time cleaning the house for the kids to come in from school, like a whirlwind, only to mess it up again!? Is there anything we can do? The answer is (luckily) a big fat YES! Watch the video and then refer to...
Make your home safe for your kids. Things you can do RIGHT NOW!
Serious hat on now! This is a very important topic and something that often gets put off. The reality is that you need to really child proof your house BEFORE your baby becomes old enough to get up to mischief. This will achieve two things: It will keep them safe It...
My Top 5 Tips To Help You Organise Your Home!
https://youtu.be/-hfuZ3DD9v8