I always wipe down countertops after meals and snacks, and clean the table. I vacuum the eating area after lunch, and have the kids pick up all of their toys after each activity. My house is generally clean and tidy, but I do drive myself a little nuts with it.

But really, there is no way to have your house spick and span 100% of the time without neglecting the kids, unless you have an easy group who can play nicely together every day within ear shot while you tidy your house. My group needs constant supervision. While I do have an open floor plan, which allows me to get things done while watching the kids free-play, I still have to constantly referee them.

Theres still pretzel crumbs on my table from pm snack lol...

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