Chores and Children

Chores and children are like peas and carrots. They are a natural, inevitable pairing and one I like to encourage! I admit that when it’s chore day, it’s tempting just to do it all myself while the kids are watching a movie or down for their naps. But I’m a firm believer that kids learn when they're young. If you start out when they’re little then they don’t see at as “chores”. They just get to help out Mommy and what could be better than that?

The struggle is to slow down and allow them to help! They ask all the time. My rule is if it’s dangerous then it’s a firm no but most tasks can be modified for the child and their age. Know that it won’t be perfect if your kids do it. But who cares about perfect. The worst that could happen is that you’d have to touch it up when they’re done. Quality time doesn’t just mean that you’re snuggling on the couch reading Angelina Ballerina. It’s about spending time with your kids. No matter what you are doing. Even taking out the trash can be a bonding moment.

For chore ideas check out Wondertime’s The Right Chore for the Right Age

Sheila Cason, MD