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Mental Load Unpacked: 3 Countries That Got It (Partially) Right

MS Team / 10/05/2025

The idea of mental load, highlighted by sociologist Monique Haicault, pertains to the unseen effort involved in overseeing household and familial affairs. Predominantly shouldered by women, this responsibility continues to be a significant barrier to genuine gender parity. Consequently, several nations have started adopting governmental measures aimed at more evenly dividing these responsibilities. 1. Sweden: […]

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I Spent £360 to Escape Housework—Here’s How It Made Me a Better Wife and Mother

In her weekly column, Genevieve Roberts delves into the pressing concerns and parental challenges she faces while bringing up her trio of offspring — comprising two girls and one boy. Outnumbered . The issue at hand in our household revolves around doing laundry. My spouse, Mark, handles the washing duties, managing over a dozen loads