Slate Daily Feed Care and Feeding | Slate's parenting show - Hacks to Organize Your Kid’s Clutter
Dec 15, 2025
In this lively discussion, Elizabeth shares her clever hacks for organizing after a recent move to Hawaii. The team dives into strategies like the 'bin' method for unpacking, separating items to gauge importance, and kids’ surprising indifference to lost toys. Lucy reveals closet tricks, including the hanger-reversal method and the benefits of labeling. They also debate holiday organization tactics, discussing whether to involve kids in purging and managing the influx of gifts. Practical tips abound to keep clutter at bay!
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One Tote Per Person For Keepsakes
- Limit sentimental keepsakes to a single tote per person so storage stays manageable.
- Reevaluate contents regularly and keep only truly meaningful items.
Use The Reverse-Hanger Test
- Turn all hangers backward in January and flip them when you wear an item.
- Remove seasonal clothes that remain unflipped after six months.
Rotate Toys To Reduce Clutter
- Rotate toys: store many in bins and swap them in and out to reduce decision paralysis.
- Keep only a few toys out so kids play more with what's available.
