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Chores: the truth about who does what

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KateSMumsnet · 06/10/2014 12:11

Like it or not, household chores are an inevitable part of life (unless you have a cleaner, but that's a entirely different thread). We asked 1,000 working mothers how household tasks were managed in their homes, and the results show that for the most part, women still pick up the bulk of the domestic work, while men are involved in the aspects that are traditionally seen as masculine.

Our results show that for 69% of households, DIY task are done by men, while 71% of women take care of the weekly clean. However, 50% of working mums are responsible for managing the family budget, with only 35% of families sharing the task.

Interestingly, 66% of our sample said they wouldn't want their partner to do more around the house despite this inequality.

What do you think of the results? Do they reflect how things are in your own home? Would you make any changes the division of labour within your family?

KateSMumsnet · 06/10/2014 16:54

@secretsquirrels

Oh I heard you on the radio KateSMumsnet Nicely done.

The topic that really struck a chord with me was what you called the "head stuff". The constant planning / organising of everything and everybody.

Whilst I would love to be the object of your fawning secretsquirrels, it was in fact KatieMumsnet on the radio this morning. I will pass on your adoration Wink

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