Remy Kelvin
In most of the cases housewife is normally the female member of a married couple. This has been the tradition in almost every culture of the world. It looked more natural and easy to the people. But with the passage of time and with changing routines of life this trend is also changing. Today we can see many male also choosing to stay at home and do the jobs of a woman. The reasons may be many but mostly is it a matter of personal temperament. [Read: How to Ensure a Lasting Love in Your Married Life]
If you opt to be a househusband and relieve your wife from her home duties then here use tips for you to become a good male housewife.
Share Expectations with Your Wife
It is better that both of you should frankly discuss the expectations. It is not easy to keep up with the household tasks. You may have to be very realistic in your approach and expectations. Your wife may be expecting much more from you than you can deliver. But keep the threshold level at a bit lower side. [Read: Why You Should Be Faithful and Loyal to Your Spouse]
Love is the single most important factor in keeping a family intact. You should be caring for your children and wife alike. Do not presume that they will be looking after themselves in various aspects, rather have a keen eye on their needs and problems. These problems may have a very wide range, from health, education, food to jobs and social functions. [Read: Tips For Men to Resolve Problems in a Relationship]
Take Responsibility of Your Actions
Once you have assumed the responsibility of being a house husband then you are the one who is running the show. Now you are responsible for cleanliness, maintenance, upkeep and all comforts of home. You will not leave these tasks at the whims of other family members to accomplish. If you delegate some tasks to others and they fail to do it then do not blame them. You can delegate the task but cannot delegate the responsibility.
Keep Your Appearance Attractive
While you may be indulging in your household activities very aggressively you may tend to ignore your own dressing up and appearance. Do not look shabby while in office or off the duty. Take care of your dress and remain a person of 'as usual' profile. If you degrade your personal appearance just because of your commitments at home, it will give a negative impression about you. There is no reason why shouldn't you take some time out from your busy schedule and look after yourself.
Pay Attention to Cooking
You should remember your days when you were a 'working man'. After putting in hard work all the day long, when you returned home you expected a freshly prepared delicious food. Now since the roles have been changed your wife and children would expect the same from you. You should keep improving your cooking standards and put in your best while cooking fresh dishes for your wife returning home from her work and your children returning from their schools / colleges. [Read: 10 Best Recipe Cookbook Apps for iPad]
Do Not Forget Family Functions
Small things like family birthdays wedding functions etc contribute a lot towards a cohesive and integrated family. As a house husband you should remember the dates of all such occasions by heart. It may be embarrassing for all of you if you are caught unaware on this aspect. Small gifts and offering greetings on these events go a long way to inculcate mutual love and trust.