ABSTRACT
As I discussed in chapter 3, being the maid is not an effective way for parents to promote independence, responsibility, or mutual respect in children. I pointed out some of the myths and the good intentions behind mothers and fathers who want to do it all perfectly. In this chapter, I’ll talk about the many benefits to kids, to parents, and to the family when you quit your job as the maid. I will also let you know how to do it without throwing your home and your life into complete chaos. By the end of the chapter, I think you’ll see why it’s worth it to stop saving, doing for, or making life easy for your kids.
