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Reasons why I'll probably never have a 'clean' house
While our house is usually clean (as in, hygienic), it's also usually a mess. I don't think it'll ever be magazine-worthy neat. But is that such a bad thing?
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Five quick cleaning tips
Five cleaning tips to keep your house appearing tidy - even when you're time poor.
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'This face isn't joking': mum's hilarious mouse encounter
This blogger had us in hysterics with her post about farting during a yoga class, and now she's done it again with a hilarious account of finding a dead mouse in her son's room.
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Life with five children under six is a 'mission'
The family include newborn triplets!
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'Why doesn't your wife keep a clean house?'
Husband gives perfect response.
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Is this the most incredible cubby-house ever?
We think so!
Kind-hearted widower builds pool for neighbourhood kids
His life is no longer silent.
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Why bedtime has become a laughing matter in our family
Sometimes bedtime just needs to be fun.
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'It just went up in my face': mum burnt by scented candle
Home security cameras captured the frightening incident.
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Why getting a cleaner is the secret to domestic bliss
Time is more precious than possessions.
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Mum warns of the risks of too hot rooms
Her little girl got heatstroke from sleeping in a hot bedroom.
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Could a dusty house be making you fat?
Finally, a reason for my weight gain...
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Five ways you're ruining your washing machine
If you want your washing machine to last, ask yourself if you do any of the following.
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