Running a family home is a busy and never-ending task. Keeping it in order, knowing where everything is, and having all the items you need in stock to ensure everything runs smoothly can require a lot of thought and hard work. To help take the burden off and give you a better idea of what you want and need to help keep your house ticking over then consider these household essentials for young families.
A first aid kit
A first aid kit is an essential item for any household but especially for those with young families. Children are susceptible to falls, bumps, and injuries. To help you deal with a poorly child or wounded little one here is a list of some of the essential items to keep in your first aid kit:
- Thermometer, keeping an eye on your little one’s temperature is a must when they are poorly.
- Liquid paracetamol to help alleviate pain and manage a fever.
- Band-aids and bandages to cover up and protect cuts.
- Sterile wipes to help clean out open wounds.
- Burn gels.
- Fabric scissors.
- Tweezers.
Laundry basket
Children of any age are known for getting through an outfit a day, at least. What is more, putting those outfits anywhere other than the floor can be quite an ask. To help keep some order and space on your floors install laundry baskets either in their rooms or not too far front them.
Stain remover
Spillages are an unwelcome fact of life unfortunately however a house full of children may be more prone to them. Moreover, stain remover will not just come in handy for removing blackcurrant juice from the carpet, it can be used to tackle mud stains on trousers, toy slime spillages, pasta sauce on the floor, and even pen marks on the furniture. Every house should have a decent stain remover just remember to keep it out of reach of children as it is likely to be toxic.
A good vacuum cleaner
The more people who live in your home the dirty your floors will get, and quicker. This will only be made worse when you start adding pets into the equation. When choosing a vacuum cleaner be sure to opt for one that is going to meet your needs. If you are a family with children and pets a small inexpensive model is likely to be sufficient. You will need one that can withstand regular and extensive use. Spending money on a vacuum cleaner isn’t many people’s idea of fun but it will be an investment that you will be grateful for in the long run. If you have a mix of carpeted and hardwood or linoleum floors don’t forget to opt for a vacuum that can be used on multiple surfaces.
Plastic plates and cups
Along with spillages, drops are another common occurrence in households with young children. To take the pressure off and avoid glass shattering across the floor stock up on some plastic plates and cups.

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