What are the benefits to children when they contribute meaningfully to the family environment?

According to parent coach Michelle Gambs, there are quite a few. In this episode, she dives deep into the art and science of managing chores and responsibilities in your household. She explains how important it is for kids to take on tasks suited to their age, and why allowing them to struggle through these responsibilities is vital for their growth.

Tune in for actionable advice on setting up a chore system that works for both parents and kids.

If you want to learn more from Michelle, reach out here: https://www.michellegambs.com/contact. Tell her Tiffany sent you.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Intro

[01:00] Parenting During the Summer

[02:38] Children Contributing Through Chores

[03:50] Visualization of a Task-Age Graph for Teaching Responsibility

[08:24] Michelle's Tips for Implementing Chores

[13:05] Setting Boundaries and Using Natural Consequences for Accountability

[16:34] Combining Chores and Allowance Without Direct Link