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3 Signs You're Bearing the Brunt of the Emotional Labour – And What You Can Do About It

12th December, 2023 Posted by Kerry Barnham

Today, we're diving into a topic that affects many of us but is not often discussed openly: emotional labour.

You may have heard this term thrown around of late, but what does it mean?

Emotional labour refers to the invisible work we often do to manage and regulate emotions, both our own and others. It’s similar to the Invisible Load, the often overwhelming list of tasks parents carry when running a family. The load is called invisible because it involves using your mental capacity to organise and carry out household tasks.

6 Brilliant Benefits of Hiring a Housekeeper

14th November, 2023 Posted by Kerry Barnham

In today's fast-paced world, juggling work, family, and social commitments can feel like walking a tightrope.

With so many responsibilities on our plates, it's no wonder that finding time for ourselves can seem like an impossible task.

But fear not - at Hummingbird Home Staff, we have found the solution!

6 signs that employing a housekeeper is the right decision for you

6th November, 2023 Posted by Kerry Barnham

Everyday life is all hustle and bustle, and between work, family, and making time for hobbies and relaxation, we simply don’t have enough hours in the day to keep the house tidy day-to-day.

Luckily, there is a solution: hiring a housekeeper. If you’re not convinced, we’ve outlined six signs that a housekeeper is the missing piece of your daily puzzle! Read on to discover more...

5 benefits of having live-in help at home

30th October, 2023 Posted by Kerry Barnham

Life can be hectic, no doubt about it. Between work, family responsibilities, and trying to maintain a social life, it's no wonder we can find ourselves overwhelmed!

But what if there was a solution to lighten your load?

Top tips to keep the house clean over the holidays

23rd October, 2023 Posted by Kerry Barnham

We all know that the school holidays mean quality family time together, a break from schoolwork for the children, and hopefully some rest and time off for the grown-ups.

However, it's also a juggling act of keeping the kids entertained with playdates, trips out and fun activities, housework, and working.

The school holidays are there to be enjoyed and cherished, so hours upon hours of housework each day are out of the question, but here are a few top tips to make the chores and cleaning that little bit easier.

3 signs it's time to consider hiring domestic help

26th September, 2023 Posted by Kerry Barnham

We live in a busy society where we simply don’t seem to have enough time on our hands to do everything we want.

If you are finding yourself looking for more hours in each day, then it could be the right time to hire a housekeeper. Spending precious time wisely makes sense, right?