Balancing Parenting: Supporting Mental Health Through Shared Routines and Redistributing the Mental Load

(NewsUSA) - Parenting is among life’s most rewarding experiences, yet it can also be one of the most mentally and emotionally taxing. From managing child care and household responsibilities to juggling work and family schedules, the pressure can quickly mount—especially when the workload is uneven.

Whether in a two-parent household or navigating parenting solo, the key to protecting mental health lies in rethinking how responsibilities are managed and making space for self-care and support systems.

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