Well, like I was trying to explain to someone several days ago, I quit my civil engineering job to become a stay at home mom. My new role requires that I clean the house, cook food, do laundry, wash dishes, etc. I don't think I should be given kudos for scrubbing toilets and showers.
First, for giving your children priority over another career: Kudos.
Second: Hygiene is important, keeping a clean house is important, clean clothes are important, clean dishes are important, well cooked and nutritious meals are important. (Anyone who doesn't think so, quit all that for a week).
You haven't farmed that out to someone else, but have taken on those aspects of raising your children, providing an example to the. Again, Kudos!
Why is it that so many people who deserve recognition and praise don't think so.