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Parentingisnt an easy job for anyone.
Youre on the clock 24/7, and youre expected to have all of the answers.
Theres never an opportunity to call in sick or take a vacation day.
We were also curious where the mother believes her husbands mindset came from in the first place.
He liked not having to care for someone else.
Its not a new thought for him, CatSonic12 continued.
Thankfully, the mom said she appreciated the replies to her post.
It made me feel like I wasnt crazy for feeling upset about what he said, she shared.
It really opened my eyes to the fact that I do deserve better.
He says it makes him proud to have me, which I believe is true, she noted.
But he did admit he hasnt tried to make more for me to stay home because hes comfortable.
He said, Im focused on you and the kids.
Its not because I am less of a mom, she noted.
Its because while at work, I kick [butt].
And he expects to raise his kids similarly to the way he was.
I do not believe we will be together much longer.
Theres a lot more to our relationship than this.
But this is a HUGE thing for me that I think he needs a wake up call for.
Moms and dads are often held to different standards.
It can lead to resentment, burnout, and imbalance in the relationship, Sue noted.
Moms may feel undervalued and overwhelmed by the constant demands of managing both their personal and family lives.
Over time, it can reinforcegender stereotypes, negatively influencing how children view parenting roles.
Open and honest communication is key, Sue told Bored Panda.
Moms should discuss expectations, responsibilities, and concerns with their partner without assigning blame.
Using shared calendars or apps to organize responsibilities can make the division of labor clear.
Finally, the parenting expert noted that fostering an equal parenting dynamic benefits everyone in the family.
Families thrive when both parents contribute meaningfully and share the joys and challenges of raising children.
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