Relationship glossary

Invisible labor

Work that keeps everyday life moving but is easy to overlook because its preparation or result is not immediately visible.

What it looks like at home

Replying to school messages, checking supplies, and coordinating a family visit can disappear behind the final event or clean cupboard.

The useful distinction

Describe the work in concrete steps. Ask what someone handles before deciding how large the responsibility is.

Read the practical guide: new parents invisible work