Yard work is great for kids,it gives them a sence of accomplishment,and let’s them know hard work wont hurt them I think your husband is doing the right thing by taking away the electronics away until there done. Just don’t stress about it mom,your kids will learn valuable lessons!
Your kids should have been doing it for a while. They need to learn how to have responsibility and how to work.
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My kids did it. And I.did it. I did my grandparents yard work. At the age of 12. And my grandmom should me how to cook. And bake. I.loved it. I did get paid for this not much. But I.got money.
No you need to hire someone to teach them to change the oil in the family car as well as car maintenance. Your husband is right to teach his daughters to be self sufficient & not be weak. If you have a problem with the nine year old with a weed eater then do it yourself until the nine year old is older. Pay your kids for the chores my parents paid us 50 years ago. Jobs won’t let you have phones or Tablets while you work they will have already learned that lesson.
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Yes it’s absolutely ok. It’s called having responsibilities.
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Nothing wrong with them mowing at all. You need the help and they are there to help. Girls can do pretty much everything a boy can do.
Safety glasses on and all is good with them doing yard work!
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Yes! I’ve had both of my kids working around the house doing indoor and outdoor chores since they were eight or nine years old. Now they are 20 somethings and they thank me for that!
It is good for them. I did it, along with washing and waxing cars, helped plant the garden and all that. It made me whoI am I thinks because I have never been afraid of a little hard work.
I worked along side my momma being the oldest of 6 she needed my help and I learned how to mop and make abed and hang a load of laundry as good as any housekeeper and my mom my brother’s learned to mow rake and dig a hole and today I’m proud to say we are hardworking and responsible and have a good respect for the dollar proud of all I learned from my parents growing up
Absolutely appropriate. Add on some indoor chores for them as well and then pay them an allowance each week. They can help with dishes, sweeping, vacuuming, etc.
I was mowing lawns for neighbors for pay in addition to our own lawn as chores. I was in third grade when I had to milk our cow before school. The responsibility is an invaluable tool for growing into adulthood!
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They’ll be better off for giving them chores like this. Good for your husband putting them to work. Relax, mom, they’re not made of glass. I did all that kind of stuff from the time I was 6 years old, started washing dishes, vacuuming, dusting, progressed to other things as I got older. Creates a good work ethic and responsibility. Bravo, Dad!!
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The best thing you can do for any child is teach them to work ,it will never hurt them and it will teach them that work results in knowledge, strength , confidence and eventually money .make it fun ,give a small reward , maybe an allowance…all positive no downside !!
To me those ages are no problem . I, as a young GIRL helped to do gardening ( I didn’t like it though ) ! Later on in life I ended up loving gardening , veg garden , flower beds etc. In their situation it was important to help the Dad.
All of my kids mowed the lawn and helped out with weeding and gardening starting at 7. They got paid a minimal amount but loved it. My sons went on to having a successful lawn business when in high school and now at 31 yo have a landscaping business. They were very proud to help with family chores.
It’s a good thing. My grandfather taught me with a push mower. I was so proud when I finished
It’s ok. It will not hurt them. It will also make them realize that you have to work for things you want. Another big plus in this is that it helping him have some control back in his life
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My son started mowing in 4th grade and still mows to this day. Granted he didn’t start weed eating until he was in high school. Hubby did it so they could get done faster. Nothing wrong with the kids doing yard work.
I started yard work at 4 or 5 and at 61 im still doin it. Nothing wrong with it at all…
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No problem it will teach them responsibility, I grew up hand milking cows from when I was 8 years old morning and evening and many other chores as mowing gras with a hand push mower and grew up respecting my parents and glad I knew all about these thing when I was grown and I taught my Sons the same responsibility as they grew up.
You are working more, they definitely need to help out at home and be appreciative of you working more. Make sure they know you appreciate them helping out. It’s a great life skill. If like it it is something they could do for money for others picking up extra hours at the hospital also. What a good feeling that would be to have worked long hours and come home to a chore or two done. They should plan and prepare meals also, so one less thing for you. It’s summer…what else are they doing all day!
Not too young all kids, girls and boys should grow up doing chores, dishes, laundry, help in kitchen, garbage, yard work, planting gardens , vacuuming, mopping , especially cleaning thier own rooms on a daily basis
It doesn’t hurt them one bit, by doing these they are preparing themselves for their own homes and future
Should also learn about handling money, not just a debit or credit card… with their father not physically able to do work they should step up and do it just be she is their father, showing respect for him
Huge kudos to your husband. He is absolutely doing the right and proper thing even at a young age. Patience (and time) is key.
Believe it or not, when I was not even eight years old, my parents taught me how to milk cows……by hand!
Also, all six of my sons learned to do chores very early in life. May I add they are extremely successful today - and certainly understand the meaning of “work”.
Not all children have that benefit, and still certainly can be very successful; however, as tough as it is at times, work does definitely gives them a great start. Hint: again, have patience.
My son started to mow the lawn at 9 years of age. So yes that’s great. My kids started to shovel snow with me at 5,7, and 11. I had 3 kids and divorced. Now they are grown up and all had jobs at 16, and all three worked thru the pandemic.
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Nope they’re not too young to help do yard work. I have two grandsons, 6 yr old and 12 yr old and they help their papa do yard work all the time.
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I remember my dad on my 8th birthday taking me out to the garage getting the push mower out, show me how to check the oil and gas, showed me how to start it. And he said to me that every Saturday I was to mow our yard and my grandparents lawn next door for Free no allowance. If I wanted money to go to the neighbors and see if I could cut their lawns,
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No reason they can’t as long as they are taught safety. I was working outside from a very early age with yard and garden chores and feeding and watering cows. I enjoyed most of it and it gave me a sense of independence and a can do attitude! I think it’s important to teach these skills to the girls,
Farm girl here. Was driving tractors at 4, which began many years of tough farm work (raised tobacco, corn, soybeans, cotton, peanuts, wheat and a FULL garden plus we raised tons of life stock). Cleaning pig pens (scooping poop) and feeding and watering all the livestock was another one of my daily responsibilities. Mowing grass was 100% my responsibility as well as mowing all the barn yards and ditch banks. I was 100% unsupervised but I realize this is a different era. I survived and am such a better person for having SO much work responsibility at such a young age. Builds appreciation, strong morale values and an amazing work ethic.
My kids were taught since babies to pick up and help. Their first song was the Clean Up Song. Of course I made it fun and i helped them. My son was pushing his own plastic lawnmower at 4 following behind every step his daddy took. We even paid him for mowing lol. He laughs about how hard he worked lol
My 9-year-old , my 7 year old , and my 3-year-old all help me take care of my yard whether it’s weed eating , mowing , picking up trash , raking , it’s something we all do together and it helps get everything done quicker it teaches them teamwork and that they have responsibilities in life😊
I remember at 8 years old I used to beg my dad to let me go mow because my brother would complain about it and I’ve been mowing ever since lol it’s a weird stress reliever for me 
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Being raised on a farm I grew up on chores. Age appropriate of course. These chores sound just fine as long as they are taught safety. They should wear goggles and ear protection.
I did so much more than that at those ages! My dad had me cutting grass weed whacking and helping him trash out repo houses. And because of the hard work I learned to do I am a very hard worker as an adult.
As long as he is there to watch over them, I see nothing wrong with it. There are learning to work and help out their family in times of need. Just be sure to praise them for such a wonderful job they did.
I think your husband is doing the right thing; your daughters need to learn how to help with the family chores including the outside chores. They could be helping inside with vacuuming, dish washing, and even some of the cooking! They will appreciate this later.
Children need responsibilities! Great family values in play here thanks to your hubby. Hope they have other chores like making their beds, clearing the table, loading the dishwasher.
They are not too young. Mama needs to chill out. Hard work is good for the soul. It makes you appreciate what you have. Unless she wants spoiled little divas. That 13 year old is going to want her license in 3 years. If she can’t be taught to safely use a lawnmower at 13, then I certainly hope they aren’t buying her a car at 16. I’m just saying.
At 9, I was driving a small tractor around the farm. At 13, I was practically running the house, cooking, washing, cleaning, and mowing the yard. You haven’t asked enough of your Princesses especially given your husband’s condition and your work obligations. In fact, they should have stepped up long before now!
Never let my kids mowlawns made them do lots of other job they alway company because I wood not let the use the chain saw when there will 15 haha
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i dont know about the weed eater but thy can do yard work and help with the house work i had to get or rather find weeds for rabbits each day after school other children played but i had to that and help in the garden then with 14 i started work with the Farmers i liked it had to get up at 6am till 8 pm today the kids are spoiled good for your husband to take away the phone and tablets more Parents should do that thy are to much on the phone wish more parents would do what your husband does i send him hugs lol dont worry i am 87 lol
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Not saying it was right but I was mowing a huge farm yard with push mower and catcher from 8. I think 13 is a great age to start mowing if the equipment isn’t too heavy.
Farm and ranch kids learn as soon as they can walk (almost) to be out working! I know a little girl about 9, a little guy about 5, that help with calving, mucking stalls, slopping hogs, branding, cattle roundups, and every other chore! My Granddaughter has been riding and caring for horses since she was at least 3. Kids can do a lot more than we give them credit for!
There’s no reason they shouldn’t do it. Kids these days are babies too much and given everything. Let them have some responsibility and learn at an early age to work for what they want. They will appreciate things more if they earn it. I’m not saying make slaves out of them. Farm kids do that kind of stuff and even more.
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I mean it’s good that they’re doing it ,but can he supervise them properly? Is he able to aid them if something goes wrong and they are at risk of being injured ? If yes, then it should be ok . If no, perhaps gardening training should be done under appropriate supervision 
With good shoes and eye protection he is allowing them to learn skills that are important. Helping the family, enjoying making your home beautiful, learning how to run machinery, hopefully learning how to take care of that machinery. Maybe it could turn in to evening and afternoon work for these young ladies. This is the age kids need to be captured and shown their power and potential.
14 and 16 yo grand kids does my yard. For money I tell them. Ppl will pay good money for good work. They learned that the first time I got a shotty job. They got 10 each. I have an acre with trees and obstacles
My son has been weed eating since he was 6. He also can mow our front yard. The only reason it isn’t his “chore” is because he is autistic & a toe walker. He’s getting ready for surgery soon. It’s fine, I promise they aren’t damaged.
Absolutely fine to have kids doing household chores. They should be helping with dishes, cooking, laundry. How else are they ever going to learn how to one day look after themselves.
There is nothing wrong with them doing it it gives them good work ethic
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Yes this is ok. Actually it is the best parenting. Teaches responsibility and to help out. They will learn to be selfish and that they need to help out with chores. It makes a better and more responsible adult. They also can help in the kitchen. Loading dish washer. Washing pots and pans, clear and set table. 13 year can learned to cook a few simple things to help with dinner. My kids also did the laundry. Not washing but dryer duty. They did like it but I have wonderful responsible adult children who work hard at there carriers today.
Absolutely nothing wrong with them learning responsibility and helping out at their ages, I was expected to do this and much more by 9 years old. They may hate it now, but later they’ll appreciate the lesson
i would like to add to my previous statement. I definitely think children should help in yard work. Even the littlest ones can take a simple scissors and clip excess grass. I do think that kids should help.
They need the responsibility. Your job is important to your families welfare. They are also members of the family. These young kids need a job so they understand where the money comes from
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All children need to be taught had to take care of a homestead inside and out. They need to become self sufficient in taking care of their selves as productive adults and other family if they choose to have one of their own. I’m thankful that I was taught different chores when I was young.
Sorry but I see no problem with the girls doing yard work at their age. I used to help my dad in the yard for as long as I can remember, I loved being outside
Our kids couldn’t wait to be able to mow ( although the excitement wore off real fast)
And small weed eaters are easy to use.
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I see nothing wrong with it. It will teach them to never depend on anyone. My daughter started do chores at 6yrs old. She told me Thank you mom.
My son has been mowing since he was 11 and weed eating since he was 10. My 9 year old daughter wants to but I’m waiting another year or until she gets a little taller. So yes, you are overreacting. If anything, think of it this way, this is one less thing that they will feel that they need a man or someone else to do for them when they get older.
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My son was moving on the riding mower at 9.
My 3 year old granddaughter helps out by picking up sticks.
Absolutely nothing wrong with kids having chores around the house.
Kids should not be using power equipment! I have seen many terrible accidents with them! They can hand weed, rake leaves, etc.
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Absolutely! Children gain self worth from doing chores.
I’m sure your husband makes sure they are age appropriate and safe.
Yes that’s a great age for them to go and to help out around the yard I was doing that when I was five going around picking up sticks and then couple years later I was riding the mower
Wait a couple of years and sit back and admire your children for being,harding,responsible thoughtful people. You and your husband will enjoy it all and say “good job”. God bless
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My grandsons live with us snd besides cleaning their rooms etc the oldest one clears and rinses the dishes before they go in the dishwasher every night and the youngest one cleans the bathroom twice a week He gets Lysol wipes winded paper towels and paper towel and he doesn’t have a problem with doing it. Their 11 and 12and it’s the bathroom they use and we’re not the ones who dirty it. They wanted allowance and this is what we agreed on.
They definitely can do that…chores teaches kids responsibility, respect, how to appreciate things looking nice & work ethic, plus helping parents out. Do you want kids to grow up being lazy & not caring how their place looks as adults?
PS - Don’t be too anxious, Mommy. You have a lot going on in your life and your daughters’ help - every day - will alleviate it. Mowing isn’t an every day job. Think of all the things they can do to help around the house. If you pay them an allowance, have a 6-month review of their contributions and give them a raise. If you have a wall calendar, consider asking them to write what they accomplished on a specific around the house. Best of luck to you and your family!
I don’t see anything wrong with giving your children some responsibility. My son always helped his father at a young age so he would know he needs to help his dad. The weedwracker could be something your daughter could get hurt with that. But she can some weeding and some other smaller things. With your husbands disability it is a little responsibility within reason.
We were learning to drive tractor as soon as we were heavy enough to step the clutch and break. as were our kids. Better than starting at 15 when they are cock sure and full of themselves.
I’m female and had to start mowing when I was tall enough to reach the handle! My oldest son starting a mowing business when he was 10. Made about $100 a week. Let them mow these are life lessons they’ll need.
Absolutely not I grew up on a farm did many chores at 5 to 6 years old this will teach them responsibility it will benefit them greatly in years to come
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My 9 year old does both the weed eater and the mowing
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At least he got a weed eater I had to pull them up and I have been cutting grass sense I was 11 and I’m 63 and still do it. Kids need to learn to help around the home. The parents that don’t teach their children how to do anything aren’t doing their children any favors.
I think its a good ideal for them to learn how , growing up i had to clean house and do out side stuff
one day I served a young girl at work she would of been 10 or 12 and she was mowing the lawn and she’d stuck her hand in the back of the mower to clear the clippings consequently she got hurt. Poor kid so I def don’t think kids should be operating that kind of machinery.
Nothing wrong with it . More kids should be doing chores too
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I agree with ur husband that’s what’s wrong with our childrens today they need too learn how do yard work and house I been do ever since I was 8yrs ole cutting grass and house cleaning making bed mopping cooking
There is nothing wrong with children growing up doing chores. I did and my kids did. And my grandkids did. Just don’t overkill it. And a little allowance is go also!!!
ABSOLUTELY!!! My son did all that at six years old. And I am a 60 year old female and still mow my lawn. They need to be taught how to be self sufficient in life!
Dude my 3 year old chores which include cleaning room, helping load the washer, help with farm animals. My 9 year old knows how to push now, cleans his room, sweeps the decks, and loads and unloads the dishwasher. It won’t hurt your kids mow every once in awhile.
I think it is good for them. They learn home skills so when they get out on their own they can do it. I was washing dishes at ten and could check oil in a car and change a tire with a old fashion bumper jack. That’s what wrong with kids today they are not taught these chores. They will appreciate it and all the things they get for doing it in the future. Thank them for the help you are getting.
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Kids are more capable then we think. As long as dad is supervising and correcting what could cause injury I think it’s ok. They can help you guys out. If you are willing to pay someone else to do it maybe give the kids an allowance then.
Hopefully one day they have their own homes and can use those skills. I mean I don’t really do yard work but I know how to and if I have to do it I will…
It is a great way to teach the kids how stuff grows and how to take care of things. It doesn’t hurt them unless they are allergic!
It’s ok as long as it isn’t hot out. Also they are still kids and they can’t be over worked. That is not an easy job. But helping is ok as long as it is done within a limit.
It isn’t that you are wrong, it’s that this age is the perfect age to learn responsibility and to help out. Yard chores are once a week, maybe twice a week during the summer months. If your husband and you are unable to, and they are able to, why not. They are learning work ethic, something parents don’t teach anymore. I cleaned our families barns every morning and night when I was 13. And yes, I mowed and did the weed eating too. I hated it and complained I’m sure, but today I take pride in my yard and it’s beautiful. I’m so incredibly grateful for for my parents making us do chores. I am a business owner of 20 years:). Reward them for helping and show them how much you appreciate their hard work. You won’t be sorry.
My 9 year old mows and both my kids (7) &(9) both have chores they have to do to earn money and get to go on trips etc my 7 yr old is super tiny for her age but she loves to push her strength and do the hardest of jobs if we tell her she can’t do that job because she too little by hell and high water she will try! I think its good for them to have structure and never feel entitled it gives them the knowledge you have to work for what you want in life
There is nothing wrong with them doing it. They should be doing it every time. I was mowing yards and charging $2.00 a yard using my dad’s mower and gas.
Just my two cents
I am teaching my 9 year old granddaughter to cook. We started with pan cakes. I see her self esteem building. These life skills are going to be lost if someone doesn’t take the time to teach them!
Yes, that is not unreasonable. My kids all had chores before then.
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9 year old little house chores. 13 year old ok in yard but need to be careful using mower and weed whacker. Make chores fun and give rewards and positive reenforcement.
Is someone seriously questioning this? 
absolutely get them off theor rears and doing things around the house. They are both way past the ages of doing work around the house. Good for Dad!
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I was doing this work when I was 9 now I pay sometimes my Grandson to do this work if we don’t train the kids in this Generation what will they learn . This includes house chores
My kids do and there dad is also paraplegic. My 10 yr old loves it he really enjoys helping and My 13 yr old helps as well. I don’t think there to young at all. As long as the father stays out to supervise I don’t see a problem with it.
It’s good for them to learn how to use the mower and weed eater yes I thinks ok I started out thT way with an old fashion one get over it
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Teaches them a good work ethic….lots of kids now feel ummmm entitled……I worked when I was young and my kids did to now they r working adults……that is what we want for our childern
I started doing all the laundry for a family of 8 when I was 9 and when I was 10 I started doing all the cooking for the family~learning to do chores does not hurt your children~it builds character and confidence~it is a better skill then sitting inside on their phones and tablets all day~and it helps out the family~it is a payment for their priveledges of a phone and tablet~coodos to your husband~
If you don’t teach them now to do chores and help around the house then they won’t when they are 13 and 16. Also adding house work should be considered. You don’t know how many young adults know NOTHING about living in the real world. Even how to do dishes by hand or sort laundry… Rewards/incentive for jobs well done may be considered. Even on a tight budget.
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I think its a good idea. Being responsible for a job no matter how small builds confidence and a feeling of worth. Its important to help each other in a family. Some skills are transferable to adulthood.
I think its great he has them helping truly mom.of a spoiled 16 yr old. Let him teach them how help…they will need to work a job someday this wont hurt them one bit it will help they are learning life skills…sweets your being to soft. Words of love
Your husband is teaching them how to work. Your children should be pitching in to help. They r old enough and they need to know you have to work to get ahead in life
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There’s nothing wrong with teaching our children the value of hard work by helping around the house. In fact it builds the foundation for making them responsible adults (most of the time).