Tag: household management
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The Everyday Dilemmas We Wish Schools Addressed
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where education often overlooks the practical challenges of daily life, let’s explore some relatable scenarios that many families face. How Much Coffee Should Parents Consume Before Communication is Safe? If a represents the hours dedicated to household chores, If b accounts for the hours spent navigating through dreadful traffic,…
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My Misguided Notion of Being a ‘Good Mom’ Led Me Astray
Get Pregnant Fast In my earlier days, I held a belief that being a good mom meant never running out of essentials like dishwasher pods, laundry detergent, toilet paper, or diapers. A tidy home that was always ready for guests and homemade snacks made daily were the hallmarks of motherhood in my mind. Tracking supplies…
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How to Navigate a Rage-Cleaning Mother in 8 Steps
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to approaching someone in a heightened emotional state, like a rage-cleaning mother, understanding her demeanor is crucial. Much like wild animals, some people are best left undisturbed, especially when they’re in the throes of intense cleaning. A rage-cleaning mother usually emerges after just a few minutes into a cleaning…
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Why My Partner Excels as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast People often tell me how fortunate I am to have a partner who takes the reins with the kids over the weekends while I’m at work. “If he’s busy all week and has the kids on weekends, when does he catch a breather?” they ask. My partner puts in the hours, diligently…
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An Apology to Stay-at-Home Moms
Get Pregnant Fast I owe a heartfelt apology to mothers everywhere, particularly to stay-at-home moms. Like many men, I once held the misguided belief that mothers who stay home with their children spend their days being unproductive or simply lounging around. I was often frustrated with my partner when household tasks weren’t completed by the…
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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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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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What Happens When ‘Not My Department’ Is No Longer an Option at Home
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like running a complex organization, one where the phrase “Not my department” slips easily into our conversations. It’s a convenient excuse for avoiding certain tasks, but what happens when that excuse disappears? “Hey, can you help me with my science project?” “Sorry, that’s not my department.” “Mom, can…