Photo of Staff Bona

Effective laundry solutions for busy households – tips for moms on the go

Managing laundry is a daunting task, especially for busy moms. However, with a few strategic tips, you can transform your laundry routine into an efficient, less time-consuming process. With these tips, you can tackle laundry day with ease.

Laundry tips to stick to

Have a laundry routine

Sticking to a laundry schedule can significantly reduce the chaos associated with laundry. Choose a specific day for washing different types of laundry, from clothes to bedding. This means you only need to worry about a certain type of laundry duty that day or week. This will, of course, depend on which day you are free. You can also just have a routine to put a load on every evening and dry it the following day. Whatever routine works for you, but definitely having a routine and sticking to it is important. Having a routine approach not only helps you organise your laundry load but also prevents laundry from piling up.

pexels-sarah-chai-7282378 copy
Pexels

Use the right laundry products

Having a dedicated laundry room in your house, complete with a washing machine and all necessary supplies, can make laundry tasks much easier. Even without a utility room, you can organise your laundry supplies by using a basket or cabinet in your bathroom to keep everything accessible.. Invest in high laundry detergents and stain removers. They work faster and are effective in reducing the stains on your clothes. Use cleaning products that work well for your clothes without ruining any of them.

Get your kids involved

Involve your family in laundry tasks. Assign age-appropriate duties to your kids, such as matching socks and collecting or putting away their clothes. This not only lightens your load but also teaches responsibility and teamwork. They can also help with peg washing on the line and sort it into piles when it is dry.

pexels-annushka-ahuja-8055690 copy
Pexels

Utilise laundry services

If you have the luxury of laundry services, why not utilise them? Laundry services are brilliant for working moms. They lower the stress levels by taking care of the laundry without the pressure of losing anything. So don’t feel bad for taking all the help you can get.

First published by Garden & Home

Compiled by Chumasande Matiwane

Also see: New to laundry? Start here

Small family, big memories: Holiday stays to explore this Christmas

Are you a small family looking for a Christmas holiday stay? Does a vacation away from the hustle and bustle of city life sound like paradise? Here are a few places that accommodate families—with small children—at reasonable prices in and around the Western Cape and Gauteng. Also see: Navigating family burnout and boundary setting during the […]

Read more...

5 Ways to make your festive spending go further

Black Friday is approaching, and many South Africans are already taking a hard look at their spending. TransUnion’s Q2 2026 Consumer Pulse Study found that 63.4% of respondents actively sought discounts, while 52.7% had cut discretionary spending. Also see: How to plan a memorable festive gathering on a 2026 budget “Have a clear idea of what […]

Read more...

Will SASSA pensioners get a grant increase in 2027? Finance Minister responds

South African pensioners hoping for more money in their monthly SASSA payments will have to wait until February 2027 to find out whether the Older Persons Grant will increase. Also see: SASSA confirms December 2026 grant dates, issues important warning to beneficiaries Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has reportedly confirmed that no final decision has been […]

Read more...