The mindset "I GET to do..." trick especially helps me with laundry and dishes. I get to do laundry because my family is blessed with clothes to wear. I get to do dishes because we are blessed with food to eat. I read long ago about a woman who was always angry about her husband's laundry on the floor, and then he passed away and she realized she missed picking up after him. The mess often means that we have people around us that we love and are able to serve.
@crystalburnham97572 жыл бұрын
Idk a recent OP, but I've heard it as "I choose to... in order to" about 20 yrs ago.
@daimhinaubrey31942 жыл бұрын
i was with you until literally the last word cause im nobody’s servant (ok apart from maybe satan /s) and while yes, it’s a good idea to appreciate people around you, you absolutely aren’t obliged (and shouldn’t) SERVE anyone
@Becky-7772 жыл бұрын
This comment hit a spot in my heart ❤️
@ASMRKay_2 жыл бұрын
There is nothing unethical about trying to help your child with something they dislike that much. I think you’re brilliant for coming up with it!
@juanitaaitkenhead60883 жыл бұрын
Homework hack: my son hates school work. So we do the homework and then I tell him let's play you are the teacher and then he teaches me how to do things. Then I also often pretend to be the uninterested naughty student, and he has to try and get me to listen and stay focused. He loves this part and we laugh another! He also gets to 'sign off my work'. Getting him to teach me seems to have worked really well.
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
I love this idea! xx
@kathywilson10013 жыл бұрын
I did exactly this but with Flashcards! ❤️
@MiriMio3 жыл бұрын
That's brilliant!! My son is only 2 years old but I really hope that I remember this hack when he is in school 🙏🏻
@munazaehtishamzaheer84603 жыл бұрын
Sounds genius thanks for sharing
@mimi1422 жыл бұрын
As a teacher, this is brilliant because by him teaching you, he is recalling what he's learned therefore the knowledge is more likely to stick and he won't forget! That's why, for example, history teachers knowledge so many days because they repeatedly teach them year after year!
@ardin19793 жыл бұрын
I literally can't understand how cutting your own child's nails in a way that reduces their stress is unethical? 🤦🏼♀️ Really? ... I think it's genius. I have 4 boys Emily.. and have been following you since I was pregnant with my 4th (Jake) he's just a little younger than Jackson. Reading to eachother is amazing! It's creates just a bond. Thanks for your amazing videos xx
@cwong23103 жыл бұрын
I don't understand it either. When I was pregnant with my first child, I read that the easiest way to trim babies' nails is when they're asleep. It reduces so much stress for both parent and child especially when the child is so fearful about it regardless of age.
@ladydrone23453 жыл бұрын
The mindset adjustment can be paid forward too. At the end of the day when all my kids' toys needed put away l would ask them, "Would you like me to help you pick up?". lt taught them: 1/ Picking up was their responsibility, and 2/ lt's nice to offer help to each other.
@kasiowelove13 жыл бұрын
I’m not a Mum yet but I have a special playlist on which I save videos like this for the future. Such great hacks, thank you Emily!
@vergieclark1313 жыл бұрын
I love the nail cutting when they are asleep my daughters and Granddaughter do it this way as well ! It’s a great idea !
@munazaehtishamzaheer84603 жыл бұрын
Sadly it's never worked on my son tried several times since he was born now he's 4.5 he's the wiggly type though
@cococ.16503 жыл бұрын
Yep, this hack never worked for me either, because my baby was such a light sleeper. She would wake up and fuss. After several unsuccessful times of doing this, I find it much easier to clip her nails when she is distracted my 📺
@Alexalini3 жыл бұрын
A couple things happened unintentionally that aren’t “hacks” I guess but could be - we are always complimenting each other and it’s rubbed off on my 4yr old such that he openly tells me if he really likes a dress I am wearing or new sunglasses. It really warms my heart and I realised it’s because we tell him how much we like his things and each other! Similarly, our tot has somehow picked up gratitude! He is thankful for things and even small things he tells us he is thankful we could do it or that we gave something to him. It’s wonderful 💜💜💜
@bumblebee8983 жыл бұрын
The sheet and mattress protector one is genius! Never thought about it!!!
@Louisepentland3 жыл бұрын
I love the concept of a 'non negotiable' thing a day
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much hun! What would yours be? xx
@kerryharding55873 жыл бұрын
Love that you bounce with the boys Emily 🧡 It’s a great time to chat or be silly together. It sounds like the modern equivalent of putting on a baseball mitt and playing catch together. The boys will definitely remember these times with mum fondly. Have a great week 🕊🧡
@louisemarieperry2 жыл бұрын
I work a full time job and someone said to me recently, ‘people expect you to work like you don’t have kids and be a mum like you don’t work’ and I thought that’s so true! So until society catches up and things are more balanced these mum hacks will help me!
@sharonwalton28523 жыл бұрын
I have a school pickup alarm. My husband laughs at me and calls it the “don’t forget your kids alarm” 🤣🤣🤣
@michellezevenaar3 жыл бұрын
Me too but my husband has them also just in case.
@suhailycruz72623 жыл бұрын
Omg I do too and my husband teases me the same way lol
@louisemcdonald64613 жыл бұрын
Omg, so do I hahah we also call it the don't forget the kids alarm hahah x
@laqaaye123 жыл бұрын
I do the same 😊
@hannahb15813 жыл бұрын
I have one too. 😁
@Untber3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Watching this actually makes me feel a little bit better about learning to find ways to manage as a mum especially with more than one. I’ve just had my first and I’ve been feeling so overwhelmed, I didn’t think I would manage with more than one. Videos like these just make me feel so much more confident and motivated to find ways to organise myself for the years ahead. Honestly, thank you.
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, so glad it made you feel better. It gets much easier as they get bigger xx
@charlibyrd51323 жыл бұрын
My child was just sick and we did the fluid challenge I saw on your channel. She is three and actually said “mom I think I need more liquid.” It helped us get her rehydrated and avoid the hospital, which is so full in our area due to Covid.
@kathywilson10013 жыл бұрын
Squirt of mum’s perfume is really comforting on a cotton hankie in your child’s pocket when they’re having a wobble going to school. They can have a sniff without anyone knowing x
@kathywilson10013 жыл бұрын
Always kept a sweet in the first aid bag too. It’s amazing how one helps to take their mind off a bump or a graze!
@zormier20022 жыл бұрын
Wow the nail cutting is genius! Great job mom
@ummuharith49203 жыл бұрын
Thanks Emilly....I have a hack that I use during school days...the night before I take a tray and I put all the stuff they need to use for breakfast e.g. bowls, spoons, cereals, vitamins, my te cup and teabag, etc...so in the morning I don't need to run around the kitchen to get the stuff...this saves me a lot of time as I have 2 children and one who is 12 has autism...
@zoegumbrell12093 жыл бұрын
I love your channel so much Although I’m not a mum You bring so much positivity and smiles
@leahnjokik.14503 жыл бұрын
Hey Emily. Am here catching up and am glad i came. These are my take home tips: 1. Baskets lots of baskets 2. Lay everything out the previous evening 3. Make it a race (use the boys competitive nature to your advantage. I have two boys though one is still small. Can't wait for him to get bigger so i can use this trick) 4. Have one non negotiable self care thing (i would call it an irreducible minimum lol for my Kenyan friends if you know you know) 5. My eye opener - Cut nails at night. This is going to be a game changer for me. My last born hates to have his nails cut. 6. Mindset trick - "I get to do ............" instead of" i have to do ........" am lucky. Others don't get to do it. This is so powerful. 7. 10 minutes of undivided attention. (As a working mom am always feeling so guilty because i don't get to spend so much time with my kids. 8. Siblings help. (My 10 year old could help me in reading for my 3 year old. This is genius) Thanks a lot for sharing these wonderful tips. I had to get myself a cup of Limuru tea to sip on as i soak up all these tips.
@mmaegh3 жыл бұрын
You are my non negotiable part of the day ,when you post I have to watch no matter how busy I am . Amazing tips Emily thank you ❤
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
OMG wow thank you so much - that's made my day xx
@blelramors3 жыл бұрын
Changing ‘got’ to ‘get’ - wow, I’ve never heard of that but that is just an amazing thing to do, so glad I watched this video
@marits77633 жыл бұрын
You are The Queen of hacks! Love it! Had many comments on the pens:-) The Goggles in the shower was genius. Will try that! Yes, please. More hacks video's. Xxx Marit, Norway
@SugarMamma3 жыл бұрын
Just added a new member to my family so these tips are going to be a lifesaver! Sometimes it's so easy to feel overwhelmed but litle changes and hacks are gonna make all the difference!
@annalea15223 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness!!! The weighted buggy!!! I wish I had thought of that when I had little ones!!! And I will definitely use the fluid challenge! That’s very clever!! These are all such great hacks! Thank you!
@sallymunley28243 жыл бұрын
Great tips for parents Emily. Love the renovated bedroom. Looks fab!
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sally 😘
@leanneirmisch58503 жыл бұрын
Yesssss the Velcro hack!!! Game changer... so much hair, grass and stuff gets stuck in it from day care! Thank You!!!
@Nummtube3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing amazing hacks 👍👍🌸🌸
@lowrishepherd4343 жыл бұрын
So not unethical! Anything to be able to get you through the day 😂 my mum once removed stitches from my brothers chin while he was asleep because he refused to let the nurse anywhere near him, love your videos Emily ❤️
@amandadeinhardt63883 жыл бұрын
I cut my baby's nails at night but my older ones don't mind. I don't think there is anything unethical about cutting their nails as they sleep. It is probably safer than having to fight them and you are taking care of them, not hurting. Love the mindset shift with "I get to"
@laurenmartin1403 жыл бұрын
You can make your alarms for specific days of the week. When setting a new alarm, under ‘repeat’ select the days you want it to go off. So you can just select certain days if say you don’t do the school run every day or you don’t want it going off at the weekend
@janehouck19062 жыл бұрын
You seem like a great mom. Good bless you and your family 🙏❤️
@megh50553 жыл бұрын
Love your hacks Emily...already passed on a couple at playgroup this morn 👏
@evelenebray3463 жыл бұрын
I'm super new to this channel, I found it just a few days ago when I was searching for more British KZbinrs to watch (seriously, why is it so hard!) but I'm so pleased I found this channel! It's really uplifting, and I love some of the little 'hacks' shared.
@suemills90453 жыл бұрын
You. Any go wrong with Emily has great content with every video she’s a inspiration to me and many more . Welcome
@kelseyfairbrother72473 жыл бұрын
@@suemills9045 get a life she copies other people’s content
@suemills90453 жыл бұрын
@@kelseyfairbrother7247 i have a life thanks if you don’t like what you see dont watch . No need to be so rude .
@georgianeil26633 жыл бұрын
One touch is still my favourite life hack! Another mind set changer that one xx
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
Mine too Georgia! Thanks for watching xx
@zureenali9603 жыл бұрын
Loved all the hacks Emily,please make more like this.
@karenlavery44633 жыл бұрын
Wow love all your hacks brilliant vlog x
@leticiaamorim27393 жыл бұрын
I also can only cut my daughter's nails when she's asleep. 20 minutes later thanks to you!
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
Ah amazing Leticia xx
@simply_linka3 жыл бұрын
My kids would sleep through a bomb crashing next to our house, but whenever I touch them they're right awake 😂
@natrad86673 жыл бұрын
i used to cut my daughter`s nails the same way til she was 1,5 years old, then we started to learn cutting nails normal way but it was like one day cuple of nails, other day - more... now she`s almost 4 and it`s not a big deal))
@kristinakinchak34393 жыл бұрын
Cutting nails at night or during thier nap is a great idea! I know so many moms that do the same! Great hacks! I use alot of these myself. Thank you for sharing😊
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kristina. Thanks for watching xx
@Icysnowflakemed3 жыл бұрын
When mine was small I also did it at night .
@karleenweidner40263 жыл бұрын
Fabulous tips. I have watched all of your hacks videos and I learn something new everytime. Thanks for sharing! 🙏
@friedacurtis14163 жыл бұрын
Please share more hacks especially loved the car hack and the fluid challenge
@scraps_45003 жыл бұрын
The 10 minutes of attention is an awesome idea! It’s so hard as a stay at home momma to get everything done and still play and show love to the baby :( mom guilt is so real!
@reneeosorio47613 жыл бұрын
Wow I’ve been watching this video for just a bit and I’m blown away with the crib making twice! Is so awesome i just had to comment!
@sita57353 жыл бұрын
Emily ,You are an awesome mom and wife .Your husband is one of the luckiest men of this earth and ur kids too.Looking at you I see myself I m such an lazy mom lol .Learning so much from you .Thank you .You have such an beautiful family.God bless u all
@kimsalvetti69953 жыл бұрын
This is the best hack video I’ve seen 🙌🏼🙌🏼 Definitely a genius idea to trim their nails while asleep. My boys are usually ok with me doing it but my newborn definitely has to be asleep! 😆 So many great tips in this video, thanks Emily!
@michellefleenor58543 жыл бұрын
That is sooo kind how you trim their nails. You are just thinking of their well-being. Love your Vlogs Always!❤️
@rinakellogg82083 жыл бұрын
If you have girls packing a sundress in your car is easy & a lifesaver!! I also always have a plastic bag in my car. Another hack is juice boxes….pull the corners up and have them hold on to those instead of squeezing the box and spilling it. And for those of you with kids who don’t like wearing socks or the socks are itchy etc just let them wear the socks inside out!!! No strings or bumps to bother them!!! I have my kids pick their outfits out every Sunday and I steam their clothes and have everything set for the week of what they are going to wear and it makes things easier during the week …no morning melt downs of what they want to wear. I also always have my kids brush their teeth before putting on their school clothes…I’d rather wash their pjs than have a school shirt ruined with toothpaste in the morning. I no longer have babies but I learned that you don’t need a changing pad just wipes and a diaper & just use the paper towels in the bathroom to line the diaper changing station.
@ali183983 жыл бұрын
Love the sock tip!! 😃 Thanks for sharing!
@donnalewis74463 жыл бұрын
Hi emily. I loved this video, soo many good hacks. Thank you for sharing them Donna xxxxx
@anne_tlc3 жыл бұрын
The make the bed twice tip! Genius!
@clairegoldring77633 жыл бұрын
My son hates having his hair washed too. Never thought about using goggles but will be giving it a go next bath time. Thanks for the tip!
@juanitaaitkenhead60883 жыл бұрын
The face cloth is also very good if the goggles are not around.
@MelissaCapriotti3 жыл бұрын
This was such a good idea! My son hates it too!
@ConfessionsOfImperfectMoms3 жыл бұрын
Me too!! Genius :)
@crystalburnham97572 жыл бұрын
My 2 yr old will lay down on his back in the tub and do it that way (water level not very high)
@zipinha3 жыл бұрын
The making the bed twice is actually a great idea!!! And the goggles are great idea as well! Yes to the nail cutting. Also do the same!
@lucindajackson272 жыл бұрын
I do the same for the alarm for the school pick up. You can actually choose what days you want the alarm to go off on so if you just wanted it Monday to Friday you can select these days only x
@katharinahagen93832 жыл бұрын
Emily! I thought I know all hacks already - buuuuut there where so many new and good ones!!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻❣️ love it.
@pew92773 жыл бұрын
Emily you are a wonderful mom. The boys are so lucky to have you for a mom. Great hacks. Thanks for sharing.
@HayleeLouise2 жыл бұрын
The fluid challenge - amazing!!! Xx
@abbymarie25013 жыл бұрын
💔where was this 8yrs ago lol...even last yr when my son was sick... the bedding make sounds amazing!
@alishameadows1273 жыл бұрын
I think the nail cutting whilst they are asleep is genius 😊😊
@domowobpw42993 жыл бұрын
I love these ideas with 2 sheets. AWESoME!!!♥️
@inmagarcia73983 жыл бұрын
Great kacks!! You’re a star Emily!!!!! Thanks for sharing!! 😘
@kayjhoselin3 жыл бұрын
Love these mom hacks 💗💗💗
@LittleMage13 жыл бұрын
The tip with weighing down our buggy is awesome, i really wish i new that years ago ❤️
@shannonvogler73903 жыл бұрын
Love, Love the Mindset Switch!! Excited to try this when I am feeling Overwhelmed or Negative. Thanks So Much Emily for all the time you put into helping others.💖🥰💖
@italivireboreda98473 жыл бұрын
You just changed the game with frozen ’dessert’ smoothies! I’ve been looking for a way to get my son to eat more protein and regular smoothies just ain’t cutting it but he’s currently obsessed with ice pops sooo yay!
@ygarza73193 жыл бұрын
The PJ bundle… THANK YOU! 😄
@anakakucka48883 жыл бұрын
I used your tip about the sheets and protection with my second, It was so helpful!
@dorothywright76383 жыл бұрын
Such an informative video. Especially love the fluid challenge and the goggles hack .
@rachelleitch90293 жыл бұрын
I love the laundry basket hack for tidying. I also love the frozen smoothie hack. I bought a little toddler friendly silicon ice lolly mould and found it great for this sort of thing. My toddler loves his smoothie lollies
@nishadhadha4472 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved all your hacks !!! ❤️❤️❤️
@ana-marianestian58793 жыл бұрын
Love the ideas with the colors and the pijamas in the car. Also from your previous videos I put the clothes for the next day in his room. And is much easier. Thank you :x
@mechellepillay88013 жыл бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed that👍
@amandaroybal74953 жыл бұрын
LOVE these videos!!! I have 7 kiddos and any mom hacks you got are great!!💜💜
@jenniferharland22753 жыл бұрын
The toothbrush video timer is working great for my kids thank you!!!
@barbarakandel27903 жыл бұрын
Emily, you have SO many great hacks here! I love your nail cutting hack - genius!!! Great video!
@halima30563 жыл бұрын
You should post a video with just bloopers! Your tiktok one was so funny I would love to see a longer version 💜
@fionainherkitchen3 жыл бұрын
All genius Emily!! 😁 we're out of buggys now but wish I had known about the coffee holder and weights!! Game changer!! God bless. Fiona.
@zeynepnilsensoy7623 жыл бұрын
Hey Emily, hope you’re all well I’m happy, good and well thank you good evening love this 20 everyday use mum ideas video. I have really enjoyed these 20 everyday use mum ideas. They are such lovely and wonderful everyday use ideas too. I thought the school run alarm is a great one because it will just remind you to do some errors outside or pick the children from school. My favourite everyday use ideas was the Get everything ready the day or night before idea is so lovely because it helps you to get organised for the mornings and week too. I have snack drawer in my kitchen and it’s handy for me to get something from the drawer as well. The pens on a string is such a brilliant idea so you know all the pens that would need is all in place with you. Another great one is freezing kids smoothies to make into lollies. Those smoothie lollies are so nice and refreshing as well. I really like this basket everyday use idea because it made me suddenly thought I use baskets and containers to put all of my essentials and things I would definitely use or need on a everyday of the week basics too. I love using baskets they are so simple and easy to throw and put things into the baskets all the time. I love the trampoline as well. I like your multi - coloured striped pastel jumper and your navy dress. It looks lovely on you. One of my own everyday use idea that I would love suggesting to you is practise becoming happy and better everyday of the week see if you are really happy for the whole day as well. I use this happy idea all the time too. I love this idea. Can we see more what I eat in a day groceries hauls day in the life morning and evening night routines cleaning motivation clean with me extreme clean and organise with me cleaning routines motivation clothing hauls home ware Poundland b and m tkmaxx home sense home bargains the range wilko shopping hauls ultimate meal prep family dinners ideas packed lunch ideas summer clean and decorate with me more picnic cleaning kitchen BQQ summer spring autumn winter snack storage organisation home ideas party hacks DIYs videos and lots more inspiration motivation lovely videos coming from you soon. Take care stay safe and well. Have a brilliant week. See you on Wednesday evening at 7pm with a new video.😊🎈🦋🎉🌷⭐️🌹🌸❄️🌺🐇🎂☀️🎁🐰🇹🇷🌻☃️💐👸🎄🌼🌈🥳🐝🦌🐣✨🎃🦓🎊🦆
@KLD763 жыл бұрын
I always did the fluid challenge. It’s so good hydrating them after throwing up. I also did Brat too xx
@calmformommy51403 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness - I love the idea to cut nails when they are asleep! My son hates having his nails cut!
@fayeoconnor89853 жыл бұрын
Wow.. 🤯 The mindset flip may be a game changer for those of us stuck in a bit of a negative rut!! Thank you so much for sharing!
@geraldineconway18653 жыл бұрын
Great ideas, I use the double sheet one with my daughter.
@clrbarbara3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Emily ! You are so motivational ! Your you tube channel has been my search engine whenever I have an issue with cleaning, potty training, hacks etc for more then 3 years ! Your number 1 fan from Malta ! X
@MrsGunelVLOG3 жыл бұрын
Although I watch your videos at least 1 or 2 times I forget to like. Afterwards I come again and like😅💜
@neatparent3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a very helpful video! I already utilize some on your list, but I will totally utilize the non-negotiable daily self-care tip. That is genius! ♥️
@JOYSILVERWOOD13 жыл бұрын
The get to do mindset can be helpful.
@RaineChong3 жыл бұрын
This is brilliant Emily! Definitely gonna try the race challenge to get my kids to bath 🤣 more hacks video please!
@aliciamabs38813 жыл бұрын
Loved the video thanks for the tips Emily xx
@mishalacrafts3 жыл бұрын
Excellent tips, also I always use your timer hack.... I put a ten minute timer on as soon as my little one sleeps, it really helps me clear the whole kitchen in just 10 minutes....rather than lingering on with it when the kids are up.
@coffeefortwosolly3 жыл бұрын
Loved these especially the cello-tape / Velcro one 👍🏻 as for cutting children’s nails asleep I remember doing that with my son when he was a baby as when he was awake he would constantly pull away or try and grab the scissors! Oh and the dry face cloth when washing hair too worked so well ❤️❤️❤️
@Faithy1003 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!!!I definitely do the nail one!!genius!
@veronikamakovnikova49573 жыл бұрын
The watter glasses is an amazing idea. Why didnt I think of that 🤣? OMG I must buy them. My son is screeming for a life when we wash his hair. I would love to see more mother hacks ❤
@maleehahussain59523 жыл бұрын
Love your hacks! Always incorporate them with my 4 children!! And lots of people do the nail cutting trick not unethical at all 😉👌🏼
@meravech3 жыл бұрын
I love this perfret video, everything is so useful!! Im folding our clothes like this , its so easy to find everything . Thank you😘
@gemmabee4593 жыл бұрын
Love the ‘I get to’ phrase def helped turn the school run chore today into something I feel lucky to be able to do x
@katmoreau88002 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Emily, for these awesome hacks! 💗
@iiMakeupLove3 жыл бұрын
I rarely comment your videos but this one I found is really great. Such great hacks ❤️
@maisiewilson8203 жыл бұрын
The ice lolly is always such a good snack aha 😂 xx the pj is a goodhack x
@mrsemilynorris3 жыл бұрын
Ah glad you like them Maisie! Thanks for watching xx
@jennylittle68522 жыл бұрын
Nothing unethical about cutting your boy's nails at night when they are asleep. As a mom, you do what you have to do to get a job done. I think it's a brilliant idea and your boys aren't stressed out while you clip their nails.
@growingnest80913 жыл бұрын
The alarm pickup was brilliant. Just added it . Thank you
@nazankaya95713 жыл бұрын
I am so grateful everything I learned from your channel thank you ❤️