In a home with multiple kids it can be hectic. It was at times trying because as full time parents and full time professionals my husband and I were usually referring or cleaning. It was really exhausting to try to find enough hours in the day to have time for anything but. As the kids have gotten older the parental chores have become easier. We delegate the responsibility to the kids to pick up in general.
Anytime there is a mess or if someone leaves something out the kids are asked to pick it up. At first there was some push back. We would be told that “It’s not mine”, “She got it out” and all the excuses as to why they shouldn’t pick up after someone else. Overtime, they became more appreciative of each other. They were helping provide support to the whole family by pitching in.
It is much easier to spend time together without looking at all the things that need to be done. There is more time for the deep cleaning to be done. At the end of the day it is more peaceful because we can focus on getting well deserved rest. The kids especially enjoy having more time to spend with us.