The Daily Dad All Parents Can Meet This Standard
Jun 18, 2024
Discover how to stay prepared for medical emergencies while traveling with essential kits tailored for families. Explore the ongoing double standards in parenting roles, revealing the disparities in expectations for mothers and fathers. This conversation encourages a broader recognition of the importance of both parents in family dynamics and public life.
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Double Standard of Parenting
- Mothers are often expected to center their lives around their children, while fathers are not.
- This double standard should be addressed by holding both parents to the same standard.
Prioritize Family
- Fathers should prioritize family and make it central to their lives.
- Openly acknowledge and embrace parenthood's importance.
Didion and Dunne
- Author Joan Didion's press photos often included her daughter, while her husband John Gregory Dunne's never did.
- This reflects a societal bias in how parenthood is portrayed for mothers versus fathers.