For a little over a century now, March 8th has marked a day of celebration and advocacy for women’s rights and equality around the world.

As a woman created, owned and operated business, at Bless the Mess I do believe we play an integral role in forging the path toward change for women everywhere.

For starters, Bless the Mess and our professional organization services highlight how:

• The work of organization used to be considered low, but as the times change, people realize how important home organization really is
• As women continue to join the workforce, they need help in maintaining a home sanctuary free of clutter

If you previously held these beliefs yourself, I’ve got you covered so continue reading below.

Learning to Mindfully Appreciate the Women in Your Life

As we continue to grow towards gender equality, this International Women’s Day is the perfect time to show a little extra appreciation to all the mothers, grandmothers, friends, and strong women who make a difference in our daily lives.

“I am blessed to have the best mother in this world!” – Happy Women’s Day Mom

And what better way for me to show my appreciation to all women than sharing my favorite quick organization hacks that will save you time, money & peace of mind.

This list is particularly beneficial for all you busy moms out there like myself so make sure to share this blog post with your friends so they can improve their lives too!

If you like to be appreciated a little more traditionally though, I don’t blame you! Scroll down to the end of the post for a list of conscious gifts to forward to your husband, boyfriend or friends.

Quick Organization Hacks That Will Save You Time, Money & Peace of Mind This International Women’s Day

Stay Organized With These Hacks for When You’re Out and About

• Use stroller hooks for bag storage with quick access.

• Moms, we have a lot on our minds. If you’re prone to misplacing your phone, use a crossbody strap to always have it handy.

• Set alarms for personal tasks as reminders so you don’t miss a thing.

Keep on Top of the Clutter With These Organization Hacks for the Home

• Sort the mail right when you receive it – I bet half of that mail pile is junk. Separate your mail by categories: KEEP, RECYCLE, SHRED. (If you are planning a bigger decluttering job, don’t forget to download our free decluttering printable signs here)

• Having multiple sets of cleaning products makes it so much easier to clean your bathrooms and kitchen during the week because your cleaning supplies are already in the room where you need them.

• Create a Touchdown bar of all essentials in jars on your bathroom countertop for easy and quick access in the morning before work

Stay Fresh With These Hacks for Your Laundry

• Laundry sorting hack: when storing laundry, use a pillow case as your bag to store your set of fitted sheets, flat sheets, and duvet. This way, you can pull out a full set of sheets in one go without having to search for individual pieces, when you have to change sheets.

• I strongly recommend using wool dryer balls to reduce your drying time and your electricity bill too. If your kids have dust mite allergies I would also recommend washing their sheets together with a few drops of tea tree essential oils in the wash.

Conscious Gift Giving for International Women’s Day

Give back to the women in your life and show your gratitude for everything they’re doing. This list consists of gifts that please when received but are also enjoyed for a long time after.

Gift Idea no 1. Essential Oils & Diffusers

Essential oils are natural, safe to use around the family, and evoke tranquility. I use and recommend Doterra!

Here are some of my favorites to help you achieve a sense of serenity at home

• Balance – Grounding Blend combats anxious feelings and promotes a sense of calm and tranquility
• Wild Orange – The “Oil Of Joy” – Diffuse to uplift mood and energy levels and to freshen the air.
• Lavender – Lavender essential oil supports the immune system, the nervous system, and the cardiovascular system. * Used topically, Lavender can help keep the skin and scalp looking clean and healthy. It can also soothe minor skin irritations and bites.

Gift Idea no 2. Bless the Mess Gift Cards

There’s no better way to show the woman you love how much you appreciate her than by giving the priceless gift of an organized home. With these gift cards, your wife, friend, or mother can finally cut down on the clutter in the home without anxiety or stress.

My help as a guide is to facilitate the exchange of energy between a homeowner, busy moma, or working women and their things. Like any good relationship we need to make sure that what we get in return always provides joy, beauty, and usefulness.

You can get the gift cards here, or get in touch with me for an even more personalized experience here.

Happy International Women’s day everyone! If you liked these tips and conscious gifts, subscribe to my blog for more organizational inspiration from Bless the Mess.