52: Why kids should help at home (and what my boys- Witten and Wyant - think about it)

You’re not the only one carrying the weight at home. Your kids notice it, too.

In this special episode, I pass the mic to my favorite co-hosts yet: my boys, Witten (9) and Wyant (8).

This week’s conversation is playful and honest...straight from the mouths of two elementary-aged boys. It’s a powerful reminder that the invisible workload isn’t just felt by moms... it’s witnessed by the whole family.

🎧 Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

• Real talk from kids about fairness, house rules, and the importance of sharing responsibilities

• How to make chores more fun (including their go-to strategy that moms will definitely want to steal)

• Why helping out at home builds confidence and pride in kids

• What your kids might be thinking but haven’t said about the division of labor

• When kids feel most connected to mom, and why those small moments matter more than we realize

• Plus, how having a working mom impacts what they value and remember most

If you’re carrying the mental load, managing the calendar, prepping meals, and somehow still feel behind, this is your episode.

I bring my boys into the conversation to show how involving your kids in managing the home isn’t just practical, it’s powerful parenting. These little conversations are shaping future adults who value teamwork, responsibility, and connection.

💡 And pro tip! This is a great episode to listen to with your kids. Hit pause after each question and have your own family discussion; messy answers welcome. 😉

🔗 Resources & Links:

• Lori Sugarman-Li's interview on episode 51 – “Engaging kids in household management”

• Our Home by Lori Sugarman-Li

• Sign up for my FREE training entitled "From Surviving to thriving as a working mom" on October 20th 12:00 - 1:30 ET

❤️ This episode was pure joy to record. It reminded me how capable our kids really are when we give them the tools, the expectations, and the chance to contribute. You don’t have to do it all. And honestly… you shouldn’t. Thanks for indulging in something a little different on this one.

📲 And if it brought a smile to your face, would you leave a review or share it with another working mom who needs to feel less alone?

📈 Keywords:

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