Tag: gender roles
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Billboard Sparks Outrage: It’s 2017, Not 1950
Get Pregnant Fast A controversial billboard in North Carolina has ignited protests this week, and for good reason. As we navigate through 2017, it’s essential to recognize that both men and women share the responsibility of providing for their families. The billboard’s outdated message suggests otherwise and has prompted a group of locals to take…
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Making More Money Than Your Partner? Tread Carefully.
Get Pregnant Fast It might seem like a throwback to a bygone era, but a study conducted by Cornell University in 2010 examined couples aged 18 to 28 who had been together for at least a year. These young adults aren’t focused on outdated gender roles; they likely don’t even recall those old perfume commercials…
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Schools Should Embrace Dads as Active Participants Too
Get Pregnant Fast In an ideal world, both parents share the responsibility for their child’s education. However, in reality, it often feels like one parent is shouldering the entire load. This year, I’m making a concerted effort to remind my child’s school that her father is just as important in her educational journey as I…
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Let’s Stop Making Dads Look Inept
Get Pregnant Fast No, really. It’s time to change the narrative. Fathers are fully capable of engaging in real parenting. Yes, if you’re a stay-at-home mom (SAHM), you naturally spend more hours with the kids, which means you might know that one child can’t stand peanut butter and jelly, while another can’t get enough of…
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Hey Kids, Dads Can Do More Than You Think – Stop Relying Solely on Mom!
Get Pregnant Fast I was settled on the couch with my 9-year-old son, Jake, ready to kick back with a movie. Just as the opening credits rolled, he pointed out a couple of tiny holes in his treasured Build-A-Bear Pikachu, a beloved Christmas gift he’d been carting around for weeks. When I offered to stitch…
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Your Empowering Guide to Stay-at-Home Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting represents a pivotal phase in the evolution of feminist ideals. Many women I know, who have enjoyed the freedom of choice throughout their lives, encounter a collision with their feminist beliefs when they welcome their little ones. If you’re like me and find deep fulfillment in your career, transitioning to a…
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8 Outdated Dad Stereotypes That Need to Go
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s progressive world, it’s hard to believe that many outdated stereotypes about fathers still linger. These misconceptions not only perpetuate harmful gender norms but also hinder the evolving role of dads in parenting. Let’s take a look at eight of these stereotypes that need to be put to rest. Dads Prioritize…
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My Partner Is Not a Babysitter; He’s a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepare to leave for a four-day conference, my thoughts are filled with a mix of excitement and concern for my family. My youngest is currently in a clingy phase, making my absence particularly challenging. Recently, when I had to leave for an early meeting, my daughter threw a tantrum that…
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Photographer Aims to Debunk the Myth of ‘Men’s Work’
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where gender roles often dictate career paths, photographer Alex Morgan is on a mission to challenge and redefine the concept of “men’s work.” Inspired by a remarkable story of a woman who transitioned from a web designer in New York City to a butcher in Philadelphia, Morgan started capturing…
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The Importance of Acknowledging Fathers for Their Parenting Contributions
Get Pregnant Fast When I was a child, my father was often absent, consumed by his restaurant business. His rare moments at home were typically spent sleeping or glued to the news. Even on weekends and holidays, it was my mother who provided the hands-on parenting we needed. She was the one who cooked, cleaned,…