Paying someone to clean my house used to make me feel guilty. I'm done apologizing.
At first, paying someone to clean my house felt bougie. Raising four kids made it a practical decision.
The author once held a negative view of people who hired house cleaners, believing them to be a certain type of wealthy individual. However, after becoming a mother of four and dealing with health issues, she realized the privilege and necessity of having a cleaner. She acknowledges her guilt at times, but understands that hiring help is a privilege and not something that makes her superior.
Her children still have chores, while the housecleaning team focuses solely on cleaning. Having house cleaners allows the family to spend more quality time together, attend events, and maintain a cleaner home. The author initially felt guilty about hiring house cleaners due to perceived social stigma, but now appreciates the support it provides for her family.
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