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The mental load is the invisible work of running a household and managing a family. Here’s how to deal with it

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"The mental load" is defined as the invisible work of running a household and managing a family.

In most heterosexual relationships, this burden tends to fall on the mother’s shoulders.

Moms spend countless hours researching parenting stuff to learn the best strategies for helping their kids.

The issue arises when your partner doesn't take an interest in these parenting-related topics.

Ashurina Ream , a clinical psychologist, said couples need to talk about their household duties.

She said it's important for couples to talk in detail about their duties so they can figure out how to redistribute the load.

Author Eve Rodsky recommends that each partner fully own their tasks from conception to execution.