Tag: household chores
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SAHMs Can Raise Future Feminists, Too
Get Pregnant Fast As a stay-at-home mom (SAHM), I fit the mold of what many would consider a typical figure in this role. I have two young boys—ages 4 and 1—don’t work outside the home, and manage the myriad household tasks that come with adult life. I bake delicious cupcakes and cherish my time with…
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Mom Empowers Son with Chores to Break Gender Norms
Get Pregnant Fast A mother is determined to instill in her son the belief that household responsibilities are not solely a woman’s job. From loading the dishwasher to whipping up a grilled cheese sandwich, this boy is learning valuable life skills that will serve him well in adulthood. With a strong commitment to challenging outdated…
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8 Household Chores I’ll Definitely Skip — Because Who Has Time for This?
Get Pregnant Fast Once, my grandmother would dedicate weekends to scrubbing everything from windows to walls. She had her rituals—cleaning the windows twice a year with Windex and newspaper was one of them. This was a routine that she often grumbled about, yet it brought her a sense of accomplishment. Fast forward to my own…
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Blogger Suggests ‘Do Your Housework with a Smile’ – Women Everywhere React
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent post that has gone viral, a blogger shared her “marriage advice,” seemingly unaware that the women’s movement has drastically shifted perspectives over the decades. She begins with a controversial statement: “Do you ‘expect’ your husband to assist with household tasks? If you do, your marriage will likely suffer because…
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10 Essential Ways to Raise Your Son to Be an Exceptional Partner
Get Pregnant Fast As the saying goes, “All children grow up.” While we might feel nostalgic reminiscing about our little ones, it’s our duty to prepare them for adulthood. It’s a journey filled with responsibilities, from managing finances to navigating relationships. For us mothers of boys, this means we have a critical role in shaping…
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50 Things I’d Rather Do Than Laundry
Get Pregnant Fast We all have that one household chore that we absolutely despise. Some people can’t stand vacuuming, while others dread scrubbing the toilet. But let’s be real: when it comes to laundry, I think we can all agree that it’s the worst task out there. I loathe it with the fervor of a…
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6 Sneaky Ways Your Partner Avoids Housework
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real for a moment. Ever find yourself juggling countless responsibilities at home while your partner seems blissfully unaware? You know the drill: you’re handling everything from the kids’ schedules to meal prep, while your partner might just be skating by. It’s not about pointing fingers, but rather recognizing the patterns…
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The Unspoken Realities of Motherhood: What No One Warns You About
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a unique camaraderie that forms when you dive deep into the nitty-gritty of motherhood. A while back, I was chatting with my friend, Mark, who holds a high-powered position at a prestigious advertising agency. When I asked him to elaborate on his work, he replied, “I oversee creative branded cross-advertorial synergistic…
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Are You Ready to be Drawn to ‘Attractive’ Mr. Clean?
Get Pregnant Fast Get ready for a surprising twist in your perceptions of attraction! You probably didn’t wake up today thinking you’d find yourself drawn to a CGI character flaunting a well-defined physique, but here we are. The latest Mr. Clean commercial is set to stir up some serious feelings. Proctor and Gamble has reimagined…
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My Kids Aren’t Great at Chore Charts, and I’m Okay with That
Get Pregnant Fast Chore charts — I’ve experimented with every type imaginable: magnetic, canvas, chalkboard, and even those flashy metallic star stickers. I’ve got reminders plastered in bathrooms to wipe toothpaste off the sink, notes in the laundry room to check pockets and avoid leaving sweaty socks in a pile, and messages taped to kitchen…