LAUNDRY FOR MY FAMILY OF 14

[@Mskyraelise]

Have you ever thought about the kids helping out with their own laundry. Seems like it would save a ton of time for them to have their own baskets so you don't have to guess what belongs to who. And they could each have their own laundry day and do their laundry every week on that day! Have a great Sunday!

[@elizabethrodriguez2788]

And I just commented on this video. Crazy!!!!

[@ileanaaa]

Yes good point

[@kamyflores721]

That would work but they go to the laundry mat so that would be a lot

[@Mskyraelise]

@@kamyflores721 oh I didn't even realize they were going to a laundromat. I think it would still be best if they just kept laundry separate by person or rooms

[@christinechance7663]

What a great idea especially the older kids,they can jump in and help out mom!!!!!

[@joanncleveland4812]

Hi...my mother in law gave me this hint...after folding laundry all mismatched socks go into a basket...after a couple weeks match what you can..then continue the same routine. It is amazing how well this works.

[@cassamoroll]

wait that’s an amazing idea thank u for sharing 😭

[@totallynotdiu]

Why is that so smart thanks for sharing!

[@donnabusic9785]

it really works been doing it for years. (we must be from the same basket 😉)

[@brielleholland1590]

I thought everyone already did this. 🙄🤷🏻‍♀️

[@alessisweber9232]

Bruh use a freaking comma

[@allisonshearn3644]

Jordan Page has a good clothing/shoes labelling system for large families. The eldest boy and girl each get one dot on their clothing. The second eldest boy and girl get two dots. The third eldest boy and girl get three dots and so on. And if you hand the clothing down to younger siblings you just add dots to match their dot number.

[@wendyb2304]

Jordan Paige has great ideas for large families!

[@lindastrandquist2429]

I was thinking of something the same.

[@wills3rdgirl]

even if she really enjoys these times I think it would help her save a lot of time and avoid Wondering what belongs to each person. I'd do it.

[@MH-yj4qq]

Fantastic!

[@comicfancat]

And what happens as you get to the twelfth child. 12 dots on his or her clothing , 12 dots??? That is a little much

[@stephaniegordon7917]

I give my hat to you for doing laundry for 12 kids, that is a lot of work to do. You and Josh are doing a wonderful job raising all those children. I love watching your videos.

[@DoughertyDozen]

Thank You 🧡🧡🧡

[@tristanrowlee8963]

I love that everyone finds a way that works for them! As another large family mom (I have 10 children) laundry is one of the never ending tasks. We are able to do laundry at home, I admire the hard work you do taking it all to the laundromat right now since you need to! Our method is to do 1-2 loads a day and kids put them away at bedtime. I'm a fan of doing what works for you!

[@DoughertyDozen]

Thank You 🧡🧡🧡

[@tamiajackson]

You're so right.. Everyone telling her what they think she should do like they even know how to manage so many kids.. Smh.. I come from a family of 7 kids + 5 kids from the neighbourhood who basically grew up in our house as well.. Lol.. And doing laundry for 9 people was my job.. And it WAS NOT EASY.. AT ALL.. Back breaking work.. I had to wash 2 full barrels (shipping barrels ) of clothes every week.. And we didn't have a dryer.. So it was to hang them to dry and then fold them, I wish we had access to a laundry and the money to pay for it.. But we didn't.. Let her do what works for her.. I personally found it much easier to do stuff myself.. Cuz I did it faster alone! I used to cook for 14 people every day.. So watching her videos.. even tho I may not agree with everything I see.. Warms my heart and makes me remember my childhood vividly.. (the good parts!) Yes I was 13 and 14 years old doing all of that.. Up until I was in my early 20's.. I still have back issues from that.. But I was happy being with my siblings and the neighbour's kids.. It was fun.. It was heavenly.. And I enjoyed it the most.. 😊 Can't wait to have my own big family.. 😇

[@barbaraingram5147]

if someone is on youtube you have to expect comments and shared ideas.

[@alexiswagner5388]

​@@barbaraingram5147 there's sharing ideas and then there's what some of these people do calling her a bad mom for basic things

[@lexi8317]

What's crazy is that Alicia can actually tell all of those clothes apart! Moms are super heroes. :)

[@courtdunge468]

She can’t

[@supersmasher0815]

even if you say it isnt, i find it very very weird that you tell strangers about your daughters menstruation and that you tell them what kind of menstruation sanitary she uses, the internet NEVER forgets

[@user.unknown294]

nobody, absolutely nobody needs to know about your child's anxiety about their period. it is such an invasion of privacy to tell thousands of people about the worries your children have about themselves

[@leahvaughan9363]

One of my dearest friends suffered infertility. She had every known procedure done to conceive a child. Now after 2 adopted boys later and a little girl she and her husband conceived, their family is full. She looks at laundry, full schedules, messy kitchen, meal prep..etc as a true blessing from God.

[@krisspade]

To make things easier we have all of the kids put their own laundry into a basket that is labelled with their name! Wash, fold, put back in basket each week and no guessing who’s clothing it is! 🙌

[@CL-mp6jk]

I just only fold three people’s laundry and I can just feel like my life is half done 🤣 You are super mom!!!

[@trishpolk640]

Ok...here's what I think ...you spend sooooo much money on food and gifts for the kids without batting an eye....keep the dirty laundry separated into seperate laundry bags (by the person) and take all the bags to the lsundromat and ask them to wash, dry and fold the clothes and put them back in the same bag. Take everything home and hand the bags out. Ezy pezy

[@carolinalina13]

I love your dresses this summer. Wow that's a lot of laundry! Poor thing. You're such a hard working mother. Much love from Sydney, Australia ❤️

[@DoughertyDozen]

Thank You 🧡🧡🧡

[@651_dozen]

Much love from Pennsylvania, United States of America

[@natmetalgirl710]

She knows what she's doing. I'm sure if she needed help or wanted to be helped Alicia would have a lot. But maybe she likes it that way and even enjoy it as a mom. We love you Dougherty family😍😍

[@Elena-er7zp]

Meanwhile my mom had us doing our own laundry by 12. It was good for us. Gave us a skill, taught us to think ahead as well. I remember being surprised by all the people who didn’t know how to do laundry the first weeks of college.

[@michaelandchristinebishop4518]

I have 4 kids and I do my laundry just like Alicia. I just put their piles in the family room sofa and they grab them on their way upstairs and put them away. For me it’s just easier and I find it relaxing to fold and organize the clothes in their piles. To each his own.

[@runawayfaeIX]

I showed my husband the short last night and said, "she's making people piles!!!!!" because that's how I do it: Vacuum first, then start with a giant heap, sort it all out into a basket/pile for each person (and a separate one for socks and undies) and then break each pile down into shirts and pants... fold, stack, next! My boys usually help put it all away at the end, but sometimes it's just my zen time.

[@Pisces11]

That’s what he “sees” is happening but you “know” what the method. Lol

[@runawayfaeIX]

@@Pisces11 True! He has his own method, but I can't guarantee it goes as quickly. At least it still gets done!

[@Pisces11]

@@runawayfaeIX absolutely!! Just happy to have help!

[@megchris7685]

People get way to invested like they are a part of this family. If you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all. You can’t possibly feel justified commenting on how they live when you only see small pieces here and there of their daily life. Have you seen her kids out in public? All respectful and help with each younger sibling. I’d say they are doing great job at teaching and raising them. I know plenty of moms who find laundry to be therapeutic and a time alone. Be kind or skip onto something else!

[@enyasavory4575]

I’m not a professional organiser by any means but I am an interior design student who also loves organisation. Unfortunately I live in Australia but I would 100% do a virtual call with you to help put some systems in place to make this chore easier and less time consuming. You do so much for your children so id love to help out if you’re up for it :)

[@21972012145525]

Can you help me lol

[@quizzlybear]

This really is a fulltime job. I'm exhausted from just looking at that amount of laundry.

[@renae9365]

I had taught my kids at 12 and also my hubby to do their own laundry, they had their own basket. I worked 40+hours a week, did all of the cooking and cleaning. I had to have help somewhere.

[@oliviajones3889]

Morning, love how you try to stay organized with so many people. For the sock situation it may help to pin the socks together before the wash so when they come out at the end, you have the pair. Keep it up! 🦸‍♀️

[@FloridaManYT]

That's a really good idea I've never thought of that!! It would also save your socks from being eaten by the dryer monster too😆😆

[@sandrabrutman9984]

The best tip I saw on youtube regarding socks was to get each member of the family many pairs of the same brand and the same colour....that way you never need to try to find maching socks! Every member of the family has a basket with his colour of socks...no need to mach no need to wonder who thise socks belong to....just throw the socks by colours to the baskets and that's it....saves me so much time

[@AlexaBosse]

I wish I had the period underwear as a kid. I got my first cycle at 9, and was terrified all the time because it was so irregular; some months it never came, other times it lasted 2 days and was extremely heavy. im so glad you recognize her anxiety and provide her with the tools to feel comfortable and secure❤️

[@loveislove-le5nj]

I was 9 as well!

[@colerains]

Do your kids ever help out with the house chores like laundry or cooking? Many hands make quick work. Plus it's good to know how to do basic chores for when the oldest kids eventually move out or go to college.

[@alisonsookia2124]

Have the bigger kids help or do their own laundry when it is summer. Teach them I dependants you wont regret it

[@Woahwhoisthis712]

They had a video on that a little while back. It was sort of a joke video, but it showcased some of the chores they do

[@joeydalroh]

I was just thinking the same thing. I also think an important lesson to learn as a little human is what is dirty. If it is worn for 5 minutes or tried on it does not go in the dirty clothes. Sorting socks, undies and towels surely would be a big help. Also was thinking, if you have a WALDO basket set somewhere. If item gets to wrong child, neatly put it in the basket for someone to seek out. 💜💜💜

[@kamyflores721]

They have chores all 14 do

[@marywalker2896]

James loves to cook and cooks and wash the dishes once a week. And others have chores.

[@angelinevanaman2629]

Wow!🤦🏻‍♀️. I came from a large family, & once we reached 13 or 14 we had to do our own laundry, I only had 2 children & I did the same with them& they are adults now& thank me for teaching them how to take care of themselves & be independent.😎

[@MJ-kb2mp]

They can but she likes doing it for them.

[@lorih1861]

I started doing laundry by 10 for my single mom and 3 brother...I taught my son at age 12 to do his..I was a single mom.. its a gift to teach your kids life skills.. he's a husband and father who can clean house do laundry and cook..I remember my mom telling my brothers (you'll see she's was old school) learn these things cause you may marry a woman who doesn't know how...LOL...

[@lorih1861]

And it's not that they can...but should.. another sign of respect to your parents to say I got this mom

[@kezru1581]

Lori, that's your opinion and you are allowed it but don't be telling what others should do. It's ugly

[@sydneykeating4702]

@@lorih1861 that’s an opinion, not a fact. A fact would be leaning how to do it can grow independence. They have other chores, nobody cares what you did bc they aren’t living your childhood.

[@darlenesouthard4557]

Bless Bree’s heart. I can understand her fears for sure!! I feared getting my period right up until the ripe old age of 50!! Thank you for trying to make each child feel safe and secure!! I know God looks at you and smiles!!

[@marinaephremis7906]

Amen

[@soso-mx8nb]

How is she making her daughter feel safe and secure by sharing one of the most vulnerable conversations a girl her age can have with thousands of total strangers on KZbin? Really think about it.

[@chriskryzak604]

FYI they have iron on name labels you can order on etsy, that may help the sorting situation. I also used them for my kids when they were young,it helped rescue lost jackets, coats & gloves from the school lost & found.I also used them for my mother's clothes when she was in a nursing facilty.

[@chriskryzak604]

Another idea would be to have each kid put their underwear & socks in one of those " laundry delicate bags" ,this way they would stay together in the laundry process .

[@chriskryzak604]

@@8luvbug yes a mesh bag

[@BriaBarrows]

My mom used to do this

[@Tata-iu3fy]

I think they put initials on the tags with permanent marker.

[@jessicatryles257]

I agree with a lot of the other people on here. Why aren’t all of the older kids doing their own laundry? Like not only does it help teach responsibility but it also helps take some of the load off of momma if they were helping around the house and not just with laundry, and then maybe momma wouldn’t have to get up at 5:00am everyday and can actually do something for herself for once! But still love the videos!!

[@hannahvivi7042]

Some people like doing laundry for others. People need to chill with kids need to help out comment! My mom liked doing laundry for us and she had a specific system with ironing afterrwards etc. Trust me, she didnt want any of us near that washing machine. And guess what, I learned how to do my own laundry when I went away to college and all it took was going to the laundromat with my friends. It is not a crazy high level life skill that needs to be honed in from childhood.

[@spongebobandplanktonshould2920]

Yes!!! That's what I was about to say, it's not rocket science. 👍

[@janieparker6543]

I come from a family of 13 kids and the older girls had to help with doing the laundry. I know you have a issue with sewer etc. I think I would get a wringer washer and do the laundry a couple times a week and have baskets and as the clothes dry they go into each basket and the kids can fold their clothes and put them away. Of course the little will need help. They learn about how to do laundry and and be helpful. I'm so thankful Mom taught us skills we would need as adults.

[@helenl7516]

Would you consider doing a laundry service that washes and folds? Each person could have their own laundry bag with their name on that goes out and comes back This seems like one of those tasks that you could offload to free up time you probably already don't have. Just a suggestion.

[@RuthAP]

Her house. Her rules. Her choices. She's doing a phenomenal job.

[@stefaniamalatesta8076]

Josh laying on the floor to talk to you was so cute.

[@michelleleehealingisbeliev4608]

U and josh still have that spark after so long 💖 so beautiful to see 🤩🤩🤩

[@DoughertyDozen]

🧡🧡🧡

[@kayalbright1023]

You are wonderful mom and God bless you for all you do. I know you don't do laundry at home because a sewage problem. What would it take to solve that so you could? One of the new summer chores should be helping you fold and separate cloths. I love watching you. Hopefully with summer here and tons of pool time brings less dirty clothes .

[@DoughertyDozen]

Thank You 🧡🧡🧡

[@gweisa899]

I think what makes life easier teens try to help with their laundry folding and little kids can help you if possible , so they can learn responsibility. Since this is a lot to do for 1 person. “More hands makes light work”. Alicia I think very nice to do the children for them. I learned to to do my laundry at 10 years old. Any enjoy your content.

[@shawns3113]

I know you’re having to use the laundry mat right now, was thinking have a dirty basket for for each kid and wash and dry them accordingly. Still can use multiple machines but organized. 😍Bring home and get the kids to tidy/ fold their own basket/ bag of clean clothes and put away. Love your family and look forward to your videos!♥️♥️

[@fujlk2156]

Yeah, you are right. That would be much easier to sort that all out. But I think the point in here is that it is cheaper and faster to wash all of the clothes than doing it separately for her. It is my opinion, don't judge it much as I don't judge yours 😉

[@adreannadampier9252]

Maybe a basket for each bedroom that narrows it down some loads that way each basket goes back to the bedroom and the kids in that bedroom can fold and put away their own clothes.

[@michelel965]

I used the white rubber pans from kitchen section for my kids laundry. Labeled each one so I knew which child still needed to bring their pan back for the next laundry day. Don’t know if this would help you. They stack up neat and tidy between laundry days. Praying your water situation is alleviated soon!!

[@twilafields6577]

I have a suggestion I had 5 kids and the laundry pile was never ending also. I would spend hours sorting folding and so on. So I gave each of my kids their own laundry basket and when I washed their clothes. I would put their clothes only in a washer and dryer and then put them back in their basket. That was their clothes were all together and it didn’t get mixed up with their siblings.

[@makaylap67]

instead of separating the clothes into piles on the floor maybe it would be easier to separate into laundry baskets with their names on it :)

[@debbiefaulkner7889]

In response to comments about the kids helping, I have 5 adopted grandchildren from foster care. You’re not seeing the “behind the scene”deprogramming and training or retraining the smallest of tasks and behaviors. By the time it comes around to laundry I completely understand why she’s doing it herself! Until you have Children who have trauma backgrounds you can’t fully understand what goes into the day to day process of raising these kids♥️.

[@wa4775]

You are an amazing woman! You work so hard to care for your family. I think of the Proverbs 31 woman when I see you 💝

[@bitchystrawberrytidalwave8703]

I was just like Nevaeh 🤣 I'd take my sister's and mom's clothes. My sister would get so mad but my mom didn't mind. I miss those days.

[@Tatas1999]

My 2 oldest do their own laundry now but when I was washing for the 6 of us, I would do piles too but into baskets for each person. The size thing is always what made it take forever! And the socks! I hate socks! Lol Imagine if you didn’t have the help you did… it takes a community with all of the kids. Love watching you all!

[@DoughertyDozen]

Thank You 🧡🧡🧡

[@sueramsey8181]

I hate socks too. And there are just 3 of us!!! I only pair up my own and that's easy as they are all the same so any two make a pair!! The others I put in a drawer (husband) or small basket (son) and they just find a pair when they put them on!

[@vanessa20316]

Yes i hate socks also. Half the time I can never match them. So I brought a 40 pair black all the same for my son. Lol I am going to do the same for my daughter.

[@kazam1539]

I only have 4 kids and my washing pile is the same size 🤔 Opps! I love watching how organised you are. It gives me hope that one day I will know what's for dinner before 6pm 🤣

[@DoughertyDozen]

🧡🧡🧡

[@katieschultz8900]

If you have a laundry room, add a shelving unit for clean clothes (each child gets a shelf). Each child is given a laundry basket to bring to the laundry room for both washing the clothes at the laundromat and retrieval of the clean clothes. When you get washer/dryer, all will be maintained in one room. Good luck.

[@oopsthere2247]

Good morning Alicia,you look so pretty with that shade of lipstick and earrings. Your so inspiring to me and my family. The other day I cooked early in the morning did breakfast and dinner because of you inspiring me.Thank you. God bless you and family

[@judithniles4229]

She always looks like she's walked out of a Vouge magazine.

[@oopsthere2247]

@@judithniles4229 I know I agree 💯, I really don't know how she does it. She is such a Wonder Woman, super human powers with what she accomplishes!

[@kandydewey1286]

oh gosh does this ever bring back memories. i put everyone's initials on their tags. i know people say let them do it but with that many kids sometimes it's a bigger hassle but to each their own. love yous guys

[@DoughertyDozen]

🧡🧡🧡

[@carriehunt6196]

Do the older kids help or do chores?? That would save you so much time!! You are an amazing mom!!! I love you and your family!! ❤️❤️

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Yeah. They have a video on what chores they do.

[@carriehunt6196]

@@Tata-iu3fy oh thank you I didn’t know. I’m going to check it out! I just love their family! 🧡

[@ladyatona2643]

Do you have sorting baskets to help keep you organized? 14 baskets with there names on each for you to toss into would be the only way I could do this. You're mental capacity for these kids is inspiring.

[@Joy-qw3wm]

I will never grumble about the constant piles of washing again! Alicia ,you astound me ,and i`d love some of your energy:)💛

[@Kaycee.and.her.girls.]

Josh had such great timing, showing up at the very end like that!😂😂 my husband does the exact same thing! But like you said, sometimes its nice to have that hour all to yourself, even if its doing laundry!😂 i love you and your family so much!💕

[@ashlynsy]

when you can recognize some of the cloths before alicia did thats how you know you've been watching their videos repeatedly 😆😆

[@natalias5352]

Heyy thanks for sharing! You might find it easier and faster to make a pile for each size, so then the kids can take turns to go through that pile and select the clothes they own :)

[@jennifervictore5471]

Mayb the twins cld go thru their clothes pile & make good choices of what they like to wear & what doesn't fit anymore.

[@Always_Abbs15]

I have said this on the NEN channel too(because they also have a big family) you could get bins and put in old clothes that don’t fit anymore, label the bins what size they are and when the younger kids grow into that size they could choose what clothes they like from that bin and keep them. Then you would be spending less money on clothes😃❤️❤️❤️

[@YTwatcher312]

People sure do have a lot to say about how this woman runs her house…like it’s THEIR house or something! 😳

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Exactly

[@christalboxberger2726]

You need a laundry system like you have for food. Try this! Today, have each child take clothes to room and do any switching with other children. Give the older kids a sharpie and have them write their name on tags. I like the name stamps but will take a while to order and get in. Sharpies work fine. Then send hubby to the store to get a basket for every child. Put their name on the baskets. Now anyone- child, helper, etc. can sort the clean clothes. Then each week the child can fold and put away their own clothes. Once the sewer problem is solved, start with the older kids and you can teach each child how to do their laundry and give them a day of the week.

[@lorih1861]

Another reason why I don't like to comment on social media..as people can be mean rather then politely stating they disagree.. if you disagree with someone that's why there is a thumbs down icon... have a blessed day everyone..btw..I think she is a fantastic woman for what she does.. that's why I enjoy watching her channel

[@meganlopez560]

Maybe try getting 12 of those small round laundry baskets from dollar tree or Walmart and put their name on it and line them up and thrown their stuff in there after folding. Then they can each take their basket and put the clothes away and you can stack the baskets when you’re done.

[@kabrinaquintana4464]

I'm a pregnant mom of 1 and I feel so behind with just us 2 .. soon it'll be 3 of us and wow this lady is such a motivation.

[@humeranatalwala5702]

Ikr! Same

[@lisascott1786]

I am assuming that you don’t actually wash and dry the clothes you just leave them at the laundromat and they do it. If that is the case would it be better if you gave them a bag of clothes for each person in the family and they wash everything separately. That will save you doing the sorting out when you get home. Just a suggestion. Love your channel Clearly I commented this before I finished watching the full vlog. You are changing the system hopefully it works out for you

[@denorwhi]

It's probably more expensive that way but that's what I'd do. It's worth it because it saves so much time. I pay for it to be folded and dropped off too lol

[@21972012145525]

She washes and dries them. It’s coin laundry

[@angelacampana7058]

Hi Alicia👋👋👋 Omg, you’ve got a mountain of laundry to fold, holy cow, it’s a lot😳 I’d be there for days sorting😂😂🤣 You’re an incredible mom who makes everything so nice, your family is fortunate to have you and vise versa🙏 I remember growing up having to do the family’s laundry bc my mom also worked full-time to make ends meet so my older brother & I did the house cleaning everyday and I started doing laundry at age 8yrs old, I didn’t like the responsibility especially since my dad wore button down silky-like shirts I had to iron, I hated it😫 which is probably why is dislike doing laundry now in my older years, I’ll wash/dry them but I can’t stand to fold or do anything else, hence the reason my clothes sit in bags in my room, I know I’m a mess🤦🏻‍♀️ I blame my parents🤷🏻‍♀️ TYFS, this was fun plus I’m in awe of you and your tenacity to get things done. I hope you and your family have a blessed and peaceful day, enjoy!♥️💫✨👼🏻✨💫♥️PS: I love your dress, it’s looks so nice on you👍👍👍

[@happydays7143]

My friend used to.write their names on labels and play a game where the kids had to.find their own laundry after it was washed . They each got a basket and when it.was all.done.it was.popsicle/story time. I used to then help with the ironing , which was mind numbing 🙈. Go Alicia ! Xx

[@jgravy20]

So much love in this family ❤️ You and your hubby are the cutest and really an inspiration for me. My husband and I are going through infertility and seeing your channel has brought me much peace of mind. Keep doing you! You’re doing an amazing amazing job.

[@mathuri1412]

I'm so much inspired from your channel and you gave motivation for my life. I always inspire my mom as a best mom and now you, after her. What a lovely channel ❤️. Your kids are really lucky to live with you. I'm obsessed with your channel and I finished watching all the videos and shorts within 5 days. I have some doubts as well, always you show how you prepare your kids meals. But, what about you and Josh? Show us that too. And show us how is your night time routine with 12 kids at home. I always get a feeling like I am travelling with you in your fam. Love from SriLanka ❤️

[@pandorar1388]

Honestly, you are amazing! I only do laundry for 5 people, but this was life-changing for me: Have everyone write their name on clothing with a sharpie (only my husband and son had to do this, as they wear the same size) Everyone has a small laundry basket with their name on it....After folding the laundry, I place it in their respective basket...they are responsible for taking the basket from laundry room to their own room and putting clothes away...then promptly bringing basket back to laundry room. This was so, so helpful and time saving for me.

[@Liam-uf7hg]

love watching your videos especially your morning routine videos, makes my inner child complete as i grew up as a single child its nice to see ur family blissful and healthy watching from the philippines^^

[@DoughertyDozen]

Thank You 🧡🧡🧡

[@sherryrobinson9602]

When younger my sister and I had age-appropriate chores to do. With a family your size would consider doing this, it would help you out more. For the vacation make a list for each older kid what they need to pack.

[@TH-pn4nm]

Her children do have age appropriate chores.

[@lorrainem1870]

Alicia, give me some of your energy, I’m exhausted just watching you do all the laundry, your the best mom!

[@holdenbabyboy]

If you get hooked up to sewer and do laundry at home, maybe you could designate each day of the week to 2 of the family to do the laundry. For instance Alex and James Monday, The twins Tuesday and so on. Sunday would be yours and Josh. You can include each persons bedding on their day. We had septic in our first house and it was heavenly when they hooked us up to sewer. In your situation I pray they get a move on and get you hooked up soon.

[@ChoochooseU]

A maybe good rule of thumb, when you’re old enough to use and charge a device- You can be taught to run a washing machine and dryer. Laundry days assigned or tackle it as a Family, while enjoying each others company during movie.

[@TH-pn4nm]

Also, she enjoys doing their laundry. They all have age appropriate chores but laundry is what she chooses to tackle alone.

[@pip-woollycwtches]

I know i’m weird but i love doing the laundry. I am fussy and it all has to be ironed 🙈. I would have enough there to keep me busy for a while. I hate house work 😝 but washing for some crazy reason i love lol xxx

[@DoughertyDozen]

Thank You 🧡🧡🧡

[@ingridg.443]

Why not get 12 mesh laundry bags, one for each kid, just for socks. They put their dirty socks in their mesh bag, not mixed up with the clothes. The bags go in washer then dryer and eliminates all that time sorting.

[@MM-sn1rx]

Think about another shelving unit like the one you have for like clothes but with named bins. Sort in the bins instead of the floor. Older kids fetch and fold their own and that would cut out some valuable time for you. Just a suggestion.

[@deliaarias6372]

Maybe buy big, different colored mesh bags and have each kids laundry in the bags. Tie the bag closed, wash the filled bags, and dry the filled bags. Then give the kids their bags so they can open them and fold their own clothes and put them away. That way each kids clothes stay together. I hope this makes sense. You just have to make sure the bags aren't packed tight so the clothes can move around inside and get cleaned and dried well.

[@caroljulian6505]

You should put the initials on the collar or label of the shirts and stuff so you would know. Or assign him a color.say orange for yours blue for Nivea’s

[@debrawilliams6949]

Thank you for sharing another awesome video. I have to wash clothes for four people my self my son is disabled. The. My daughter bring her and my grandson clothes over to be washed and fold I enjoy doing it because it keep me busy where I don’t have think about my chronic pain and other things going on . Keep doing what you doing because your videos help lot of people .

[@MistyDW41]

Have you ever thought about a laundry bag, labeled for each child, then you could just wash the bag with the contents? I know some clothing (like heavily soiled, etc). may need to be washed separately, but if it were me, I would have a system like that.

[@charlottemcmillan928]

As I’m watching this I wonder about all the bath towels they use. At the minimum I would think at least fifty towels. I think it would be closer to 75 or 80. I’ve missed her folding them. She has to have a lot of towels both bath and beach

[@kuokate1731]

I love to see Josh comes in and having some nice chatting time with you❣️❣️

[@mistybarclay7022]

I love your confused look of whos underwear is this!!?? I know that look!! You are an amazing mother and inspire me, especially when I get overwhelmed 🥰

[@GigglingHamster]

Josh has typical husband timing 😂😂 gotta love him

[@DoughertyDozen]

Hahah yes 🧡🧡🧡

[@tracy1504]

Maybe give each child their own pop up hamper and let them fold and put away their own clothes. I know you probably enjoy doing it. If they get new clothes pop their initial on the label with a laundry marker. I've bought laundry bags/small net bags in the past for socks, they were like 2 for £1. If each child puts their socks or underwear in it, they can be washed and put through the dryer in it. It keeps each person's things together. it will give you some more time to yourself.

[@joangleason8362]

And now you have to fix dinner? Your job is never done. The love you show toward your family is beautiful. 😀😃🙂

[@fredacameron9227]

Just a suggestion . Each child has his/her own colour of socks . One child might have all red socks. another one might have all blue socks .So every child knows their own socks . love from North East Scotland x

[@tynaedwards8452]

We were a family of eight back when everything had to be ironed including sheets. My dad got rid of the washing machine because he was tired of my Mom washing every day. He had we kids take turns and bring the laundry to the laundromat across the street. We had to fold it before we brought it home then we were all responsible for ironing and putting it away. I can't imagine doing laundry for 14 including sheets and towels.

[@alicejohnson6775]

I think a basket with each kid's name on it could help. Bless your heart!

[@ellenpantaleo9787]

It’s easy to see that you pride yourself on doing the best for each of the kids! But Mama you need to get them involved with the laundry. It’s a lifetime skill we all need. Going to the laundromat is an excellent learning experience. Those clothes could be folded and sorted before you head home. In the long run, one less thing for you and a worthwhile experience for them! God be good to you, you are the best!

[@carmensingleton3789]

Make her a hygiene bag with pads , panty liners , wipes , deodorant, perfume and lotion . Start teaching her how to use a pad , change it and discard it . When she does start download the period tracker so she can learn to keep track of it so she is prepared .

[@carmensingleton3789]

@@8luvbug I believe so . Once you log it in a few times it will get your period history and give you a estimated time it will come :)

[@lotus8656]

Maybe doing laundry is her time to relax or her alone time.i know when I use to go to the laundry and fold my kids clothes I enjoyed it and I still do

[@krystalneal7711]

Hi your family gives me all the good vibes 😎 idk if this would work for your family but my husband use to work in a coal mine and so he would put all of his dirty clothes in a big mesh laundry bag and just wash it all. I wonder if you could keep it all in the bag and wash them maybe 🤔

[@21972012145525]

That’s actually a good idea

[@catherineianello190]

Hi I love your channel so much! I had a family friend with several kids and they used a color coded laundry bin system....not sure if that would work for you? That way when you go to the laundry mat the same clothes go back in that child's bin after you wash and dry them. This way you know whose clothes are whose without having to write names on every piece of clothing. Just a thought 🙂

[@leanadavis4735]

I'm sure laundry is difficult right now bc of your water situation. It would probably be impossible to do loads by person but what if you had 12 smaller laundry baskets to put their folded stuff in so they can just grab their basket. I'm just looking at your piles and imaging things gets mixed up when the kids come to put them away lol. I'm sure you do what works best for you but just a thought! Love your videos! You inspire me to be a better mom!

[@tortimeese]

The most glamorous laundry sorter I've ever seen.

[@laruetoombs678]

I am keeping my fingers crossed that your septic problems will be corrected soon so you can do laundry at home. Dragging laundry to the laundry mat can be frustrating.

[@larrythesnail1129]

I don't know how you do it, I struggle to do my own laundry 😅 you and your family are amazing, I love watching your videos they help me get motivated to do simple chores. Thank you 😊 💓

[@oneshyofadozen]

Hello totally off subject. When you made strawberry sheet pancakes the other morning . Why are you still using your old sheet Pans? I noticed you had received several large new pans from viewers . Not judging just curious 🤨

[@mariehalverson1247]

Although I am not folding laundry today, I am about to tackle a mountain of dishes. (Family of 8 no dishwasher.) The older kids do help out, but we’ve ignored the dishes for a couple days celebrating the end of school. Time to get at it. Let’s see if I can finish these dishes before the laundry is folded. 😂 Edit: I did not finish my dishes before she finished her laundry. 😂

[@21972012145525]

How?!

[@zaty31]

Alicia you need the big shelf that laundry baskets slide in to, it holds like 4 or 5 baskets in each one. You could build 3 of them in the hallway and each person would have their own baskets or at least a couple baskets per room.

[@mariaryan8519]

you should get the sock net zip bags , one for each kid , it keeps their socks together in the machine , i hope it helps .