7/5 Talk about the increasing number of working moms in Korea.

Whereas men used to be the main breadwinners, more women are jumping into the labor market.
* breadwinner: a person who supports their family with the money they earn.
ex> Many college students are eager to jump into the labor market.

These mothers have a lot on their plates.
ex> You must have a lot on your plate because you look stressed.

They have to juggle their work, household chores, and childcare.
* juggle: 동시에 ~을 하다.

Husbands who help around the house can make life easier for women.
* help around the house (= help out at home): 집안일을 돕다.
ex> My mom loves my older brother because he helps around the house.
ex> It's safe to say that the internet has made life easier for mankind.

If the family is well-off, they can hire outside help.
* be well-off: 형편이 넉넉하다.
ex> Ever since both my parents started working, we've been better off.

Some parents or in-laws lend a hand with childcare.
* lend a hand with: ~을 돕다.
ex> A kind man lent a hand with my groceries.

@ My parents had a hard time bringing us up.  우리 부모님께서 우리 키울 때 많이 고생하셨대.

1. The man used to be a main breadwinner in the family.
2. I'm sorry but I have a lot on my plate at the moment.
3. He has helped around the house ever since he was a kid.
4. My family wasn't well-off when I was a young kid.