[ghewgill]

This. All the other comments are from people who clearly don't have kids.

[hn_reader_n]

I am parent with two girls. Starting from age of 5 I trained them to do almost all daily routes by themselves, I only cook food, and I have time for meditation, sport activities, hobbies, reading HN, etc. I believe it will help them to grow as much more organized persons.

[partisan]

Agreed. Our girls are turning 5 soon and they eat breakfast, cleanup, and dress themselves in the morning. It's a big help.

[codingdave]

Once your kids all go to school, they also have a schedule, and routines are quite feasible.