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4 Steps to a More Blissful Laundry Routine

October 10, 2017 by Kathryn 31 Comments

Disclosure: I have partnered with YMC and OxiClean and have received compensation for this post. All opinions in the post are my own.

There are plenty of blissful things about my day-to-day life, from that first sip of coffee in the morning to the sight of fresh flowers on my kitchen table. But if there’s one thing I’ve never found all that blissful, it’s laundry! With a husband that works with trains, two active boys and a baby, laundry is one of those chores that feels never-ending at times!

Luckily, with a few little tricks, even the most endless and exhausting chores can become a little more blissful! And so, I’ve put together four sure-fire ways to make doing the laundry just a little more fun. It may never be your favourite chore, but these tips will make it a lot more tolerable!

1) Sort and Treat Early On

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Trying to cram all the sorting, stain-treating, washing, drying and folding into one day is overwhelming! Instead, break up the jobs to give yourself a bit of a break. Start by sorting clothes and treating stains with OxiClean™ MaxForce™ Foam Pre-Treater. Not only is no scrubbing required, the foam will keep working for days to tackle even the toughest stains. In other words, leaving those clothes for a day or two before washing will actually result in cleaner clothes! [Read more…]

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Get Kids Excited About Cleaning with the Vileda EasyWring-Giveaway

September 19, 2017 by Kathryn 107 Comments

When it comes to cleaning, I’m always looking for ways to make the job easier. With two older boys and a newborn, the mess is nonstop and staying on top of it takes every trick in the book. Luckily, I recently discovered the best possible solution for cleaning my hard floors…get the kids to mop them!

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Of course, having kids do all the cleaning is an ideal solution for keeping the house tidy. But if a job isn’t fun, a child will do everything in their power to avoid it. That’s why I’m in love with a new product I was recently sent to review, the Vileda EasyWring. Using this innovative mop and bucket system is so much fun that my boys actually volunteer to mop the floors! [Read more…]

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Keep Your Home Looking Clean All Summer with Libman-Giveaway

July 28, 2017 by Kathryn 131 Comments

Of all the things that I love about summer, one of my favourites is having company visit. From relatives coming from out of town to my boys’ neighbourhood friends just coming to play for a few hours, a full house is a summer house in my mind!

But more people mean more cleaning, and when we have visitors, the last thing I want to be doing is cleaning. That’s why I love my Libman cleaning supplies. The company offers an array of versatile and effective cleaning products including mops, brooms, buckets and more to help make a clean house easy.

libman cleaning mops and brooms [Read more…]

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Boost Your Mood with These 3 Scents and Discover the New Aromas of Pine-Sol Multi-Surface Cleaners

October 26, 2016 by Kathryn 25 Comments

In a recent study, scientists discovered that human beings have the ability to detect at least one trillion distinct scents. Our sense of smell is surprisingly powerful and incredibly nuanced, so it makes sense that certain scents can evoke powerful feelings and emotions almost instantly. And while some of those feelings might not be very pleasant ones (burnt food is my personal most detested scent), others are so pleasing that they can change our mood with just a whiff. In need of a mood boost? Here are three scents that may help!

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Feeling Blue? Decrease Your Stress with Citrus!

Citrus scents are a popular choice for boosting mood, relieving anxiety and increasing the feeling of overall well-being. Often associated with happiness, the scents of orange, lemon and grapefruit are regularly used as an instant pick-me-up. Try washing your face with an orange-scented face wash in the morning to help you get going. Or keep a citrus hand lotion in your purse so that you can use it when you start to feel down.

Need Energy? Get Moving with Peppermint!

If you’re worn out and wondering how you’re going to make it through the rest of your day, peppermint may help. The scent is associated with higher energy levels, a decrease in fatigue and an increase in focus. Consider lighting a peppermint-scented candle when that mid-afternoon slump hits. Or maybe even treat yourself to a peppermint latte for a delicious treat that could help you power through the rest of your day!

Feeling Anxious? Calm Your Worries with Lavender!

Lavender is one of my all-time favourite scents and just a hint of it leaves me feeling instantly calmer. If you suffer from insomnia, incorporating lavender into your nighttime routine may help improve your quality of sleep. Try relaxing muscles and your mind with a lavender-scented bubble bath before bed! And to relieve daily stress or anxiety, keep a lavender sachet or lavender room spray on hand.

pine-sol cleaner and lavender

Pine-Sol has long been known for its signature pine scent (which, incidentally, is a scent that’s been shown to lower stress and increase relaxation). But the company knows that since our sense of smell is so powerful, everyone has different favourites…especially when it comes to cleaning! If the thought of scrubbing the house instantly puts you in a dour mood, you can now turn to Pine-Sol Lemon or Pine-Sol Mandarin to help! And for those that want a relaxing cleaning experience, look no further than new Pine-Sol Lavender! The new scents of Pine-Sol Multi-Surface Cleaners might not quite make cleaning fun, but they sure do smell great!

I recently received the new Pine-Sol Lavender Multi-Surface Cleaner to test out for myself and I was happy to see that the formula still powered through grease and grime easily, just as I expected from Pine-Sol. When using the cleaner initially, I must admit that I didn’t notice the lavender smell too much. But once I’d wiped down the kitchen, there was a noticeable hint of lavender in the room that instantly put a smile on my face. The scent was like a little extra reward for a cleaning job well done.

pine-sol scented cleaners

The new Pine-Sol Multi-Surface Cleaners come in five different scents and are available now at stores across Canada. Having the choice between favourite scents is so nice and of course, the products still boast the effective cleaning power we know and love. Pick a favourite scent for your next cleaning job and see if the aroma makes the job a little more fun!

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Get Ready for Hockey Season with These 5 Tips and Church And Dwight Products

October 20, 2016 by Kathryn 99 Comments

If there’s one sports season that means a constant go, go, go for both kids and parents, it’s hockey season. Between driving a budding hockey superstar to endless practices, organizing fundraisers and maintaining equipment, there’s no denying that being a hockey parent is a busy job.

But that team camaraderie is infectious and seeing your little one’s determination on the ice makes all the time and money worthwhile. Still, a little preparation can go a long way when it comes to having a great hockey season! You can start by making sure that they are wearing properly fitting gear, and there are many resources online that can help you like this article on hockey glove sizing. Here are five additional tips to help ensure this year is the best one yet:

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1) Develop a Routine

Because the hockey season is so busy, establishing a scheduled routine is key. This includes making time for homework between school and practice, ensuring the hockey bag is packed ahead of time and coordinating carpool schedules. Pro tip: create a check-list for your child to follow so they can learn to manage their own time and ensure they’re well prepared to hit the ice. [Read more…]

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