Tag: household responsibilities
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This Comic Highlights the Most Draining Aspect of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting This Comic Highlights the Most Draining Aspect of Motherhood by Sarah Thompson Updated: Oct. 10, 2023 Originally Published: June 1, 2017 A comic by French artist Jane Doe has gone viral for its poignant portrayal of the “mental load” that many mothers bear in their households. Her comic, “You Should’ve…
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The Myth of “Having It All” and Why It’s Time to Let Go
Get Pregnant Fast In the words of journalist Claire Adams, “The expectation for working mothers is remarkably clear: act as if you don’t have children while parenting as if work isn’t a factor.” Our mothers and grandmothers paved the way for significant societal changes. They rallied, protested, and championed women’s rights, including the right for…
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I Took a Month Off from Family Responsibilities: What I Learned
Get Pregnant Fast After an unexpected complication during what was supposed to be a routine outpatient surgery, I found myself facing a six-week recovery period that left me mostly confined to a bed, couch, or recliner. Under strict orders from my doctor—and due to my limited mobility—I basically didn’t move for weeks on end. Initially,…
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I’m Not Relying on My Partner to Alleviate My Mental Burden
Get Pregnant Fast I recently discovered that our lawn had become a wild jungle, unkempt and overgrown. I could practically hear the lions lurking in the tall grass, ready to pounce on unsuspecting squirrels. My partner, Alex, mentioned he’s been trying to find time to mow it for weeks, while I remained blissfully unaware that…
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Dear Wives: It’s Not Insignificant to Expect Your Husband to Share Household Chores
Get Pregnant Fast Scene: After settling the kids down for the night, I make my way to the master bedroom, ready to tackle some work on my laptop. My husband, Jake, is in the room as well — he’s just started folding a load of laundry. Yes, he initiated this task because he recognized it…
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Dads Can Handle It All When Moms Are Away
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 7, 2023 Originally Published: August 4, 2023 Every mother can relate to the chaos that ensues before a family vacation. It’s a whirlwind of laundry, errands, pet care arrangements, and planning for every conceivable scenario to keep the kids entertained (and safe) on the journey. The packing, cleaning, and list-making…
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I’m Over Asking My Partner for Help at Home
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday unfolded like any typical day in our busy household. I rose early, showered, and got ready before waking the kids. Meanwhile, my partner, Mike, got up, showered, and took the dogs for their morning walk. We loaded the kids into the car and dropped them off at daycare. After a long…
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12 Ways Dads Earn ‘Extra Credit’ for Everyday Tasks Moms Handle Without Acknowledgment
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it, dads can be pretty amazing. They can have a unique parenting philosophy and even know how to turn a frown into laughter with a simple tickle. But as a mom, it’s hard not to notice how much credit dads receive for doing the most basic parenting tasks. It’s as…