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Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
I'm a stay-at-home mum but my husband pays me for housework - I charge him £800 a month for laundry
A woman has claimed she bills her husband a monthly rate to be a stay-at-home mother. The British mother-of-two, known as @thewoodys6 on TikTok, said she charges her partner £800 a month for doing the laundry, £10 a day for mopping the floors and £85 for dusting. For home-cooked meals, she claimed she expects to be paid £300 a month, however her husband can opt for microwaved meals at a reduced cost. She also claimed she charges £20 for changing their super king-sized bed sheets because it's 'exhausting', and £250 for fuel for her car so she can treat herself to 'brunch'. In the clip, which racked up 250,000 views, she added: 'I charge him £400 for my luxuries, so when I need to get my hair and nails done, or any little bits that I see in the shop that I need to pick up. 'I also charge him an additional £150 to just do the children's cooking, but don't tell him I basically just feed the children chicken and chips.' Many rushed to the comments to leave their own thoughts on the arrangement, with some claiming they would want a 'divorce' if their wife charged for chores. One unimpressed person said: 'I would divorce you in an instant. Definitely not value for money.' Another added: 'You'd get dumped.' Someone else added: 'You charge him? Are you for real?' A fourth added: 'Surely this isn't serious. You're a mother, they are your kids and your house, why does he have to pay you.' Another said: 'Now if I was your husband I would charge you rent of around £2,000 a month for putting a roof over your head.' However, many others got the sarcasm in the satire TikTok clip, with several people playing along in the comments. One person wrote: '£400 p/m for hair and bits in the shop that's more than reasonable. Love how many people are going mad at a TikTok.' Another quipped: 'What does he do for a living? He has a keeper with you, loving the satire.' Someone else added: 'I love this? Can we start charging the kids also? Like take their pocket money back.' Another joked: 'Can't wait to see my husband's face when I send him an invoice.' It comes after a fed-up wife gave her husband the option to either pay her to do housework or for him to pick up the slack. The married couple hired a cleaner but the husband thought it was a 'waste of money'. They had agreed previously that he and the kids 'don't do a great job keeping the house clean and tidy' while she was at work. To compromise she gave him two options, but he didn't like either and left the conversation upset claiming she's being 'financially manipulative'. The mother is a steamfitter earning $100 an hour - more than what her husband makes as a teacher - and often works 13-hour days. 'I think if he and the kids actually did what they are supposed to do when I'm away none of this would be an issue,' she wrote on Reddit. 'My husband is upset because I decided to pay for a cleaning lady... I hated coming home to a mess. It caused a few fights because it was like they expected me to come home and clean up after them,' she began. 'Having her (the cleaner) is fantastic. I come home to a clean house and I am happier. My kids have more time to study and do extracurriculars. They still have chores and they are still expected to clean up after themselves.' The husband asked to 'cut back' on the cleaning service when his wife is home and that she should be 'doing more housework'. 'He thinks that we are wasting money. I said that I work 14 days in a row and that those are 13-hour days. Yes it is mostly paperwork but his job as a teacher isn't much more physically challenging,' she continued. Many rushed to the comments to leave their own thoughts on the arrangement with some claiming they would want a 'divorce' if their wife charged for chores 'I said that I could offer him two options. If he wanted we could completely get rid of the service and him and the kids could make sure the house was in good shape when I got home. Or he could pay me my hourly rate to do extra housework when I am on my days of.' The husband was 'upset' and the wife turned to Reddit for advice on what to do. Fellow Redditors erupted in anger in the comments with many dissing the husband for his behaviour. 'A relationship is meant to go both ways. Your husband sounds like he wants you to do all the work without putting effort in himself. Poor form,' one wrote. A second claimed: 'This is definitely about control more than it is about cutting costs.' 'It's so disgusting how he loves to benefit off it, but tried to make sure the wife doesn't get any breaks,' someone else said. Another had further questions and said: 'Does he believe that cleaning is gender related and that is what he is teaching his children and his students? I would have a lot of questions on this one.' Someone else added: 'Um he is home he can clean. The adult who is home more cleans more it's quite simple. 'Honestly you shouldn't even have to hire a maid he should have taken that duty upon him. Instead its like he wants the old rules where wife cleans. We are past that s*** its 2024.'
The Sun
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I charge my husband to be a stay-at-home wife – I get £800 a month for one chore alone, people call me disgusting for it
A WIFE has sparked debate online after revealing she charges her husband to be a stay-at-home mum – but many are questioning whether she's serious or just joking. The woman, known as ' thewoodys6 ' on TikTok, claimed in a video that she is "basically" the breadwinner of the family, detailing how she invoices her husband for household tasks and personal luxuries. 1 She claimed to receive £800 a month for washing and ironing, along with £10 a day for mopping the floors. For home-cooked meals, she said she charges £300, although her husband can opt for microwave meals at a reduced cost. The mum also claimed she earns £85 for dusting, £20 a day for changing their super king-sized bed, and £250 for fuel so she can treat herself to brunch outings. In addition, she said she invoices her husband £400 for luxuries such as hair and nail appointments, plus £150 for cooking meals for their children, cheekily adding: 'don't tell him I basically just feed the children chicken and chips.' The video, which has gained 181.6k views within two days of being shared, has left viewers divided, with some questioning if the arrangement is genuine or simply a tongue-in-cheek joke. The video also gathered 1,129 comments as many rushed to share their thoughts. One asked: 'Is this serious?' to which the mum replied agreeing. A second commented: 'All the wives taking notes like…' And a third said: 'Only £800 for the washing and ironing babes that needs to go to a £1000 especially if he's in the trade, screws are breaking our washing machine.' I'm A Celebrity star, 83, lining up SIXTH marriage after meeting man through dating agency While someone else wrote: 'I would divorce you in. an instant. "Definitely not value for money.' A TikToker added: 'Girl you need to charge more for the cooking!' Secret to a happy marriage Six heartfelt chats, three scenic strolls, and the occasional fiery argument – that's what makes a marriage tick, according to research. The study, which surveyed 2,000 happily married Brits, also highlighted the importance of quality time together, with couples reaping the benefits of two short breaks and two longer holidays each year. Physical affection plays a big role too, as the happiest couples reportedly enjoy sex five times a week, say 'I love you' 20 times every two weeks, share daily kisses, and cuddle 11 times a week. The research, commissioned by Warner Leisure Hotels, also uncovered 50 key ingredients for a successful marriage, ranging from pursuing your own passions to embracing each other's flaws and finding joy in being playful and silly together. Other essentials include being a sounding board for work complaints, openly expressing pride in your partner, and always showing respect when in the company of others. Lukas Gage and Chris Appleton: Kim Kardashian's go-to makeup artist got hitched just two months into dating the actor. Seven months later, the couple filed for divorce in November 2023. Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer: the american comedian actress and celebrity chef tied the knot confirmed their relationship in February 2018 and were married within days. But just a few years later the couple, who share a child, seperated. Chloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom: The reality TV star and former basketball player married within a month of dating. Four years later their relationship came crashing down and ended in divorce. Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee: Potentially the quickest relationship ever, the pair met just four days before walking down the aisle. The Hollywood star's up-and-down relationship with the musician ended just a year later. Drew Barrymore and Jeremy Thomas: The Hollywood actress said 'Ido' on a night out just six weeks after dating Jeremy. Once hitched, the couple broke up a month later.
