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Hidden jobs of motherhood: Moms keep everything from falling apart

The survey found 66% of moms identify as cleaners and 57% as chefs, while 46% say they are in survival mode.

  • A recent Talker Research survey of 2,000 mothers found that 58% believe their families would 'crash and burn' without them in a day or less.
  • Mothers most commonly identified with support roles like 'cleaner' and 'chef' , which Priya Rajendran, co-founder of Family Thing, says reveals the 'invisible work' required to keep households functioning.
  • Nearly half of mothers remind family members about tasks, and 41% repeat instructions to ensure completion, added Reeves Xavier, a co-founder of the organization.
  • With 44% of mothers employed, 68% of those with full-time jobs report that burnout impacts their work quality, while 46% of all mothers feel they are in 'survival mode'.
  • Seeking relief, 36% of mothers would prefer hiring a professional cleaner, as 42% report lacking quality sleep and 18% have never had a day to themselves.
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Hidden jobs of motherhood: Moms keep everything from falling apart

How long would the typical family last without a mom to run the show? Less than a day, according to the data. A recent survey in honor of Mother’s Day polled 2,000 moms, spotlighting their many roles and contributions to…

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KULR-TV broke the news in Billings, United States on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
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