At Space and Time, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we meet people exactly where they’re at – offering practical support for both their spaces and their routines. When it comes to home organisation for large families, sometimes we step into homes already running like clockwork – like this incredible household I visited recently.
This amazing mum is raising eight children (yes, eight!) and has tailored her home and systems to suit the unique needs of her family. I was honestly in awe of the thoughtful, calm, and clever way she manages it all.
Here’s a little behind-the-scenes peek at what makes this home tick:
Mornings: The Trickiest Time of the Day
- Up at 4 am for a run, lunch-making, uniform folding, breakfast with her partner – and all before the household stirs!
- We chatted about making mornings smoother with a control station in the kitchen: whiteboard, weekly planner, and school calendar all in one handy hub.
Laundry, Clothes & Clever Systems
- Laundry happens daily, but with smart strategies like kids re-wearing clean-enough clothes before washing.
- Each child has their own colour-coded hangers, undie tubs, and even an “odds and ends” drawer.
- There’s a system for everything – including hand-me-downs ready to go for the next child.
Thinking Ahead in Every Room
- A tucked-away art station, puzzle cupboard, and perfectly shelved books make this house a dream for independent play.
- The linen cupboard is honestly showroom-worthy – everything folded by size and looking gorgeous.
- A Lego cupboard includes both play tubs and a shelf to proudly display creations (yes please!).
Meal Prep & Empowering the Kids
- A fridge and freezer combo (one inside, one outside) is cleverly packed to suit this busy household.
- We tweaked the lunch station so kids can pack their own bags with ease: grab your box, water bottle, snacks, sandwich – go!
- I watched this crew clear up after lunch without being asked – stacking the dishwasher, wiping benches, and chatting kindly to each other. My heart melted 💛
Bathroom Zones & Personal Responsibility
- Each child has a personal bathroom tub for their bits and pieces – tweaked together on the day to make it just right.
- Older kids take theirs back to their rooms; younger ones keep theirs in the bathroom.
- We brainstormed ideas for smoother teeth brushing routines and shaving in the shower for less mess.
Planning, Routines & What’s Next
- Monday is house-cleaning day (yes, the whole house – and she nails it).
- She’s starting meal planning using the new family planner to take the pressure off dinner decisions.
- We clipped school notices to the planner board to centralise all the bits and pieces in one easy-to-see place.
A Final Word on this Superstar Mum
This mum could absolutely be a professional organiser. Her systems are rock-solid, her days are well thought out, and she somehow manages to meet everyone’s needs with grace.
She’s not striving for magazine-perfect (but I tell you, it’s pretty close to a magazine pic!) This is what Space and Time is all about – real homes, real people, and supporting home organisation for large families with systems that truly work. Whether it’s one child or eight, we’re here to help you manage your space, shape your time, and find more calm in your every day.
Still too hard?
Need support for your own big (or little!) household? Reach out – we’re here when you need us. We look forward to talking to you about your decluttering and organising needs.