According to research from OpenAI published 26 Jun 2026, 70% of UK parents with teenagers are now using AI chatbots like ChatGPT to support day-to-day family routines. Parents leverage these tools to manage household administration and family-related tasks, saving an average of three hours per week. The findings indicate AI technology is moving from the tech sphere into modern family life, though OpenAI notes many families are only scratching the surface of what the technology can do.
UK Parents Use AI Chatbots for Problem-Solving and Research
The research highlighted the top ways parents are currently outsourcing tasks to artificial intelligence. Problem-solving accounts for 58% of usage, while researching activities such as looking into schools, weekend activities, and family days out represents 53%. Planning and scheduling tasks make up 35% of AI chatbot usage among parents.
OpenAI and Parent Zone Launch AI Family Guide
OpenAI has partnered with family digital wellness organization Parent Zone to launch a new AI Family Guide. The initiative is designed to demystify artificial intelligence for parents and showcase how tools like ChatGPT can support family life—from boosting creativity and learning to managing admin tasks. The guide also provides information on safety features and parental controls for parents to discuss with their tech-savvy teens.
Candice Brathwaite Describes AI as Patient Assistant for Working Mothers
Candice Brathwaite, a leading voice in the parenting community, admitted she was initially hesitant about the technology before realizing its practical benefits. "AI has quietly become one of the most useful tools in my home, and I say that as someone who was deeply sceptical at first," Brathwaite said. "As a working mother, I use it to help manage the mental load: planning, researching, drafting, and problem-solving. It's like having an incredibly patient assistant."
Brathwaite noted that teenagers are often already utilizing the technology for homework and creative projects. "My teens, though? As per usual, they are way ahead. Which is exactly why I knew I had to get informed and quickly," she added. "As ever, the conversations in our house aren't about banning anything. They're about understanding it together. I ask what they're using, how they're using it, and we talk about what's helpful versus what needs a critical eye."
Brathwaite stated that the new guide will serve as a vital resource for navigating the digital age. "What I know for certain is that ignorance isn't protection," she said. "The parents who will have the easiest time navigating AI will want to educate themselves first and foremost. OpenAI's new AI Family Guide is exactly the kind of resource I wish I'd had from the start: practical, accessible, and written with real families in mind."
FAQ
What percentage of UK parents with teenagers use AI chatbots for family tasks?
According to OpenAI research published 26 Jun 2026, 70% of UK parents with teenagers are now using AI chatbots like ChatGPT to support day-to-day family routines.
How much time do parents save by using AI chatbots for household tasks?
Parents using AI chatbots to manage household administration and family-related tasks save an average of three hours per week, according to the OpenAI research.
