7 Simple Organizing Hacks for busy moms
Mother’s Day is more than flowers and brunch—it's about truly showing appreciation. One of the best ways to celebrate the moms in our lives? Lightening their daily mental load.
At Sorted and Styled, we believe that a well organized home is more than just “pretty”… it’s powerful! When life feels cluttered, so does our mind. But when things are in place, stress decreases and joy rises. That means, when everyone stops asking mom where things are, she can finally relax!
In honor of all the incredible moms out there, we’re sharing 7 easy, feel-good organizing hacks that bring calm, clarity, and control back into the home just in time for Mother’s Day.
1. Create a “Mom Zone” Command Center
Why it helps: Moms often times juggle schedules, meal plans, school events, and more. A central station keeps everything visible and manageable.
How to do it:
Use a wall-mounted calendar, whiteboard, and file sorter.
Add labeled bins for incoming mail, permission slips, and to-do items.
Include a “wins of the week” sticky note section for a mood boost!
(Check out this previous blog of ours for command center hacks: click here.)
2. Declutter Just One Drawer a Day
Why it helps: Clutter contributes to anxiety, not just for moms but for everyone. Tackling it in bite-sized pieces feels empowering, not overwhelming.
How to do it:
Start with a “junk drawer” or makeup drawer.
Use small organizers to categorize the items there, so everything has a home.
Remove items that don’t make sense there or that you no longer need.
Mental health bonus: Progress, no matter how small, triggers feel good dopamine.
3. Use Clear Bins in the Fridge (Yes, Really!)
Why it helps: A clean fridge makes mealtime less chaotic, especially during busy weeks, and allows children to make healthy choices on their own.
How to do it:
Group snacks, meal preps, or produce in clear bins.
Label by category or day of the week.
Set children’s snacks at an appropriate height for them to reach on their own. This gives mom one less task to do for them.
4. Rotate Toys with a Bin System
Why it helps: Moms aren’t the only ones overstimulated—kids are too! Fewer visible toys means less mess and more focused play.
How to do it:
Use labeled bins and rotate weekly.
Store extra bins in a closet or garage.
Every week, rotate the types of toys out.
You’ll see what kind of toys your kids are gravitating towards and which they’ve truly outgrown. It will give children more creativity by changing their focus each week on what they have to play with.
5. Add a “Drop Zone” at Every Entry Point
Why it helps: When keys, shoes, and backpacks have a home, mornings go smoother and everyone’s less snappy. Win win for everyone.
How to do it:
Add hooks for bags, baskets for shoes, and a trays for keys.
Make it a habit zone: Don’t put it down, put it away. Having a home for these items means they won’t all end up on your kitchen island or in the middle of the floor.
6. Use the 3-Bin Rule When Overwhelmed
Why it helps: It simplifies the “where do I start?” panic.
How to do it:
Label 3 bins: Keep, Donate, Discard.
Tackle one shelf or area at a time.
Pro tip: Sort it out Sunday: Set a 15-minute timer so it stays doable—and celebrate your win when it dings! Feel successful every Sunday instead of getting the Sunday Scaries.
7. Give the Gift of Professional Organizing
Why it helps: Sometimes the best thing to do is call in the experts.
How to do it:
Book a session with a professional organizer from Sorted and Styled.
Focus on a space that causes the most daily stress—like the pantry, closet, or garage.
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Happy Mom, Happy Home
A clutter free space = a clearer mind. Organizing is self care, and it’s one of the most lasting gifts you can give to yourself or a mom you love. The investment is so worth it!
Whether you tackle a drawer or transform a whole room, the key is this: start small, stay consistent, and don’t be afraid to ask for help.
This Mother’s Day, let’s swap stress for systems and show moms that their peace matters most.
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Let Sorted and Styled make life lighter. Book your free consultation today and give the gift of calm to your space and lifestyle.