I did more childcare and chores than my husband, despite working full-time. Swapping roles for a week helped us find balance long-term.
Tracy Gunn swapped roles with her husband for a week. Tracy Gunn Tracy Gunn, who is married with two kids, used to run her business full-time and her household. She asked her husband to swap roles so he could better understand the domestic load she was carrying. Now, they assign days when one is the "on" parent and the other can focus on work. This essay is based on a conversation with Tracy Gunn, 50, who is based in Dublin. In 2021, she cofounded Platform55, which helps businesses create more equal and diverse environments. It has been edited for length and clarity. Before my husband and I had children, I earned more than him . I had a senior role at a well-known brand and then, 20 years ago, started a leadership development consultancy. When we had children, I decided to work fewer hours to take care of our boys, who are now 14 and 12. As I was self-employed and could therefore be more flexible with my work hours, I took charge of everything at home, including ...
