am i holding up my end of the bargain as a mother?

Question

while my partner is at work what things should i get done through the day? i have a 7 year old at school and a 2 year old at home with me. my partner doesnt mind cooking tea and he doesnt seem to notice if the house is tidie or not but im starting to feel guilty because when ever he rings me from work and asks me what iv been doing i dont have much to say... using the computor, cleaning the house having coffee with a friend.
that sounds horrible. what more should i do.

Answer 1

I think you are olding up your end of the bargain as a mother and as a wife.... no problems there.... but are you holding up your end of the as an individual woman.... what are you doing for you??

Answer 2

Wow, what should you do ? Hmm, well, I've always felt that the house should be clean, and dinner should be prepared by the time he arrives; as long as these are chores completed, you're in the clear (wink, nudge) , however, you might want to help out in other areas as well; how about paying some bills, or picking up the dry cleaning ?
You said that you have a two year old child; any more than what's mentioned above and , you'll blow a fuse !!!!
And for fun, why not try and learn a different language ? You can listen to the educational recording and practice with your little one , and it'll look great on your resume..
Enjoy being a stay at home mom; there are many women who wish they could be at home with their small ones, but have to work, so don't feel guilty, your most important job is being a MOM, so enjoy !!!

Answer 3

There are lots of things you can do
-Play an educational game with your child
-Tidy the house, even if he doesnt care, its good for everyones health and mood
-Go on a walk with your child
-Anything you do that is good for your kid is helpful. Teach them new things, go places with them, have fun.
-Do something nice for your husband to surprise him when he gets home. Buy something sexy, fix a nice meal, buy him something hes been wanting
-Work in the garden
-Rearrange the house
-Most of all, as a stay-at-home mom, make the priority your child. You have the opportunity to teach them so much and be a big part of their development, dont waste it.
-Also, do one thing that makes you happy, read a book, brush up on an old hobby, learn something new, get your hair done, whatever.
If working from home would be something you would consider, to fill your hours and make some extra $, email or IM me at [e-mail]. I too work from home to be with our daughter. I offer full training and support, and the benefits are wonderful. Include the city and state you live in in your message, thanks, and good luck!

Answer 4

I think you are doing just fine. Enjoy your time being a stay at home mom. Your babies won't be babies forever. You are getting house work done and more than likely supper cooked, so enjoy the rest of your day with your little one, friends and family.

Answer 5

yes i am int he same boat as you i have an 8 years old and a 17 month old and i do the same thing as you do,where about you from?