Tag: chores
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A Gentle Reminder: Housework is Tough on Everyone
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it, some days being a parent feels like a monumental task; adulting can be overwhelming. And yes, “parenting” is indeed a verb, thank you very much! Everyday chores like grocery shopping, laundry, and paying bills can feel like climbing Mount Everest. One of the perks of being both a parent…
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5 Effective Strategies for Raising Kids Who Are Ready for Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, my goal is to nurture independent adults, just like every other mom out there. My children often miss the bigger picture when I assign chores or responsibilities, viewing them as mere inconveniences. Just the other day, I asked my son to help me with a simple task, and he…
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Understanding the Hidden Burden of Household Management
Get Pregnant Fast Sometimes, I fantasize about escaping it all—plopping down on the couch and letting the world spin without me for a while. I imagine kicking my feet up, declaring, “I’m off duty! Good luck managing on your own!” Perhaps I’d pour myself a nice glass of wine and leave the empty glass for…
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10 Reasons My Teen is Way Better Than Your Little Kid
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can take on many forms, and if you’re like me, having a teenager brings a unique set of joys. My son, Alex, entered my life when I was 25, and while my friends share tales of toddlers and their latest playdates, I’m over here discussing prom tux rentals and the latest…
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Why I Choose Not to Pay My Sons for Chores
Get Pregnant Fast As we begin to introduce the concept of chores to my 5-year-old son, he’s currently in charge of putting away his toys at the end of the day and “helping” me with laundry and vacuuming. Sure, his vacuuming mostly turns into an experiment to see what larger and larger items the hose…
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9 Strategies to Make Pokémon Go Work in Your Favor
Get Pregnant Fast Pokémon Go has taken the world by storm. From bustling parks to quiet streets, it seems like everyone, from kids to college professors, is out and about hunting for virtual creatures. Whether this phenomenon will pass like a fleeting trend or stick around like a reliable classic remains to be seen. However,…
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6 Clear Indicators That Your Child Is Prepared for Chores
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often find it easier to handle everything ourselves when our kids are little. However, as they grow, you might notice that the clutter increases when you try to teach them responsibilities. Suddenly, you realize if your child can throw a pillow across the room, they are probably capable of…
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The Moments You Realize You’re Just as Guilty as the Kids You’re Correcting
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it—parenting can be a full-time job, and like many moms, I often find myself scolding my children for their usual antics. But recently, I had a lightbulb moment: much of what I criticize them for, I’m just as guilty of myself. Talk about hypocrisy! Here are some eye-opening examples: Bedtime…
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The Essential Guidelines for Dishwashing and Other Household Tasks
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to keeping a tidy home, the daily chores can often seem mundane. Yet, many of us hold certain beliefs about how these tasks should be executed, assuming our partners share the same views—only to discover, sometimes to our dismay, that they don’t. Recently, the team at The Kitchen uncovered…