Tag: gender roles
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13-Year-Old’s Short Film Sheds Light on Gender Stereotypes
Get Pregnant Fast In an impressive display of creativity, a 13-year-old filmmaker named Mia Thompson has caught the attention of over 1.6 million viewers on YouTube with her thought-provoking short film, “Stereo.” Released on May 28, this insightful project was crafted for a class assignment at the Cinematic Arts Academy at Milliken Middle School in…
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Dads Can Handle It All When Moms Are Away
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: August 7, 2023 Originally Published: August 4, 2023 Every mother can relate to the chaos that ensues before a family vacation. It’s a whirlwind of laundry, errands, pet care arrangements, and planning for every conceivable scenario to keep the kids entertained (and safe) on the journey. The packing, cleaning, and list-making…
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Husbands: Housework Isn’t a ‘Favor’—It’s Your Responsibility
LifestyleYou’re Not Doing Something for Your Partner; You’re Just Doing Your Part
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12 Ways Dads Earn ‘Extra Credit’ for Everyday Tasks Moms Handle Without Acknowledgment
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it, dads can be pretty amazing. They can have a unique parenting philosophy and even know how to turn a frown into laughter with a simple tickle. But as a mom, it’s hard not to notice how much credit dads receive for doing the most basic parenting tasks. It’s as…
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It’s Time to Embrace a New Era of Fairy Tales
Get Pregnant Fast July 30, 2023 If there’s a 12-step program that young girls aged 3 to 7 truly need, it might just be “Princesses Anonymous.” “Hi, I’m Mia. I’m 5, and I think Cinderella is super pretty!” “I’m Emma, and I wish the Beast would keep me in his castle!” “I’m Ava, and I…
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Why Are Dads Celebrated for Household Chores? A Deep Dive into the Discussion
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to managing household responsibilities, the division of labor often leans heavily in favor of one parent, typically the mother. Yet, when fathers engage in chores, the reactions can be strikingly different. While women often navigate the day-to-day tasks without fanfare, men seem to revel in the attention they receive…
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Parents of Daughters: It’s Time to Shift Our Focus
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, it’s crucial to recognize that it’s not your responsibility to instruct your daughters on how to dress conservatively, or to warn them about parties, alcohol, and the complexities of hookup culture. It’s not your role to teach them to avoid walking alone at night—or at any time, for that matter.…
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New Research Confirms What We Already Suspected: Gender Stereotypes Can Be Detrimental, So Let’s Rethink Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all heard the seemingly innocent remarks: “Act like a lady,” “Man up,” or “You throw like a girl.” And then there’s the perplexing phrase, “Don’t act like a coward.” Ironically, the female anatomy is capable of incredible strength, including childbirth. As the legendary Betty White once pointed out, “Why do people…
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Work Can Be Less Stressful Than Parenting — And Many Share My Experience
Get Pregnant Fast For nearly a decade, I was a full-time stay-at-home mom, devoting my life to my children. Except for a few hours a week when Grandma would babysit, I was engulfed in motherhood every single day. There were no paid sitters; it was all on me. I was hyper-aware of every snack they…