In my last column I presented an assessment tool developed by Dr. Herbert Lingren of the University of Nebraska's Cooperative Extension Service. Dr. Lingren offers several strategies or families to consider to help in managing their juggling act. Adapt to Change . Adapting to any demand for change is a necessary task. Responsibilities of household chores need to be shared by everyone.
Husbands can increase their share of tasks and increase time caring for children.
Redistribution of tasks is most useful for working moms. The long-term payoff will benefit all family members through reduced stress and increased family time. It can benefit the husband through increased marital satisfaction if he is supportive and helpful. Adjust your expectations . Adjusting expectations about the ideals of family life, and how well each household task must be performed, is a must.