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Three things a partner should do to help lighten a mother's workload
A study published in the Journal of Marriage and Family in December 2024 revealed that mothers undertake 71 per cent of the mental workload associated with managing a household.
The research indicates that mothers predominantly handle core daily tasks related to family well-being, whereas fathers typically manage episodic tasks concerning maintenance and finances.
Dr. Sue Varma, a board-certified psychiatrist, highlighted that mothers often experience an emotional overload, stemming from anticipating potential issues and being the primary contact for children's needs.
To help alleviate this significant burden, partners are encouraged to do three things; acknowledge the mental load, proactively initiate household tasks, and engage in consistent communication and shared decision-making.
Experts advise women to communicate their needs clearly to partners, fostering a collaborative environment where partners actively ask how they can assist and participate in responsibilities.
