Still Dad Guide

House Setup Basics

The kids are coming Friday and you don't have beds for them yet. You've been sleeping on an air mattress for two weeks. There's no shower curtain. You need to get this place functional before they walk in the door.

Morning Reset

Make the bed

Open blinds

Quick vacuum

Wipe kitchen counters

Take out trash

Kitchen

Start or empty dishwasher

Restock kids’ snacks

Check fridge for expired food

Prep lunchbox items

Laundry

Start a load

Switch to dryer

Fold

Put away

Bathroom

Wipe sink

Clean mirror

Refill toilet paper

Restock towels

Empty trash

Living Room

Reset pillows and blankets

Pick up floor items

Clear surfaces

Kids’ Spaces

Hamper check

Reset toys

Pack school bag

Weekly Sweep

Clean out car

Restock groceries

Vacuum bedrooms

Mop

Change sheets

Pay bills/check budget

Monthly Basics

Replace air filters

Check smoke detector batteries

Clean fridge

Deep clean bathroom

Donate unused items

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