Post-Holiday Reset Guide

Written By Happy Burrow Cleaning

The tinsel is packed away, lights have only just come down, and we’re dreading the early morning wake ups - looks like the holidays are over!😭😭😭

Now that we’re starting to settle back into our regular routines (and the kids are at school so we finally have some quiet), here’s how to turn your home from chaos to calm - The Happy Burrow way.

Step 1: Clear the Chaos (10 Minutes)

  • Create breathing room before anything else

  • Toss rubbish

  • Stack dishes

  • Clear counters

  • Return misplaced items to their rooms

  • It all feels like too much to do at once? That’s okay! Set a 10 minute timer & give yourself a well deserved break after 💆

    No scrubbing yet! Right now, we’re just making space to work.

Step 2: Clean While the Machines Run

  • Work alongside your robots

  • Dont watch the dishwasher run, work while it hums

  • Fold the laundry while the washing machine spins the next load

  • Feel as though you are completing double the work at once

    Motto: Let the robots do their job while you do yours. You’re not waiting, you’re winning the downtime.

Step 3: Spray + Soak

  • Now that your machines are humming, set up your soak stations

  • Kitchen Benches

  • Stovetop

  • Bathroom vanities

  • Shower glass

  • Letting surfaces soak now means less scrubbing later

    Did you know that most cleaning and disinfecting products need time to sit to kill bacteria and break-down build up?

Step 4: Bathroom Power Move

  • Quick wins that shift the whole mood

  • Wipe the vanity

  • Shine the mirror

  • Refresh the toilet

  • Rinse the shower surfaces

    You’ll instantly feel more like someone who has their life at least 87% together 🥳

Step 5: Floors Last

  • Vacuum or sweep room by room

  • Mop if you’re feeling inspired. Otherwise, a strong vacuum is still a hero move 🦸

    And if you’re really wanting to turn your burrow back into your happy place, how about some bonus tips?

Bonus Burrow Mood Boosters

  • Playlist = dopamine. If the kids want different songs playing through the whole house, they can join in and help!

  • Scented Candle or diffuser = emotional support. How about a locally made option? 🫣

  • Celebrate progress, not perfection. Cleaned the kitchen but still have a chair full of laundry to put away? Congratulations! Progress is progress ❤️

  • And remember, a clean home isn’t just tidy... it’s a nervous system exhale. If the reset feels too big? That’s what we are here for. Your dust bunny rescue crew is always on standby 🐰🧽

Happy Burrow Cleaning