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The manager mom epidemic : how American moms got stuck doing everything for their families and what they can do about it / Thomas W. Phelan, PHD.
TITLE:
The manager mom epidemic : how American moms got stuck doing everything for their families and what they can do about it / Thomas W. Phelan, PHD.
Alternate Title:
How American moms got stuck doing everything for their families and what they can do about it
Publication Date:
2020
Publication Information:
Naperville, Ill. : Sourcebooks,
Physical Description:
xvii, 249 p. : ill.
Bibliography Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary:
The solution to the overload many modern moms feel, The Manager Mom Epidemic shows you how to build a happier family by firing yourself from the "house manager" position and making each member of the family, from your husband to your youngest child, feel responsible for helping make family life run smoothly. Easy-to-understand and accessible for even the most overwhelmed parent, this book focuses on concrete plans and strategies to ensure Mom (or the primary parent) isn't taking on more than her fair share of the burden of common household tasks such as: Childcare Food shopping and preparation Laundry And more! From assigning household chores to giving up emotional labor, this practical and informative book will teach families to find balance and happiness in sharing the work equally.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9781492694496