FamilyOps – Visualizing the invisible mental load of family life

Summary: FamilyOps is a household operating system that makes the invisible mental load of family life visible by mapping who carries the constant knowing, remembering, and anticipating within a family. It reveals the structure behind family responsibilities without tracking chores or ranking partners, enabling shared understanding and relief.

What it does

FamilyOps identifies and maps the mental weight of family care, showing who holds which responsibilities and where the load accumulates. It focuses on the invisible cognitive work rather than task management or chore tracking.

Who it's for

It is designed for families experiencing uneven or hidden mental loads, especially those managing constant, unpredictable care demands.

Why it matters

By making invisible family responsibilities visible, FamilyOps helps distribute mental load fairly and reduces the exhaustion caused by unacknowledged cognitive work.