It’s considered good that a husband prepares the lights before Shabbat, such as preparing the oil and the wick, as explained in the words of our teacher, the Ari, in his book, ‘Sefer HaKavanot’ and this is his wording: “Also you (the husband) should be meticulous in preparing the Shabbat candles, although the woman of the house is commanded to do so…” - His description finishes here. We too are accustomed to set up and prepare the candles ourselves.