[JustSomeNobody]

You don't need a maid. Start small. The habit will build.

[naravara]

I'm a parent. I need a maid.

[disgruntledphd2]

Just get a cleaner 2-3 times a week. As long as you can tidy first, they'll be able to clean stuff, and specifically get all the annoying stuff done (fllors, bathroom etc).