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When your husband or wife doesn't clean up their own messes, you probably feel like their maid. You're not alone! This is a pretty common complaint, but there are several ways you can enlist your partner's help with tidying up around your home. Check out our thoughtful tips so you get the help you need without nagging.
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- If you've tried everything and you're still struggling to get your spouse on board, hire a housekeeper to come every once in a while. It will take pressure off of you and signal to your spouse that you need more support. [14] X Research sourceThanks
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- ↑ Michelle Joy, MA, MFT. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 26 June 2020.
- ↑ https://youtu.be/HUVnRQEva5Y?t=70
- ↑ Michelle Joy, MA, MFT. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 26 June 2020.
- ↑ https://youtu.be/Gapx9xphoOQ?t=92
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- ↑ https://www.seattletimes.com/life/what-to-do-when-husband-wont-help-with-the-chores/
- ↑ https://www.canadianliving.com/home-and-garden/article/how-to-get-your-spouse-to-clean-the-house
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- ↑ Michelle Joy, MA, MFT. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 26 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.todaysparent.com/modern-marriage-till-chores-do-us-part/
- ↑ https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/relationships/want-him-to-do-more-around-the-house-stop-mommying-him-new-book-says/article4472141/
- ↑ https://www.workingmother.com/10-proven-ways-to-get-your-husband-to-help-more-with-mental-load-and-chores#page-4
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- ↑ https://www.canadianliving.com/home-and-garden/article/how-to-get-your-spouse-to-clean-the-house
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