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> It is a very deeply embedded assumption that women are primary parents. Because this is typically true, even in cases where both parents work.
by exolymph 25d ago
> It is a very deeply embedded assumption that women are primary parents.
Because this is typically true, even in cases where both parents work.
- graemep 25d agoThat is a circular effect. Its true because people assume it and behave accordingly. A self-fulfilling prophecy.
- em-bee 24d agoit's true by biological necessity. parenting starts already while the child is still growing in the womb. the way the mother lives, experiences stress, what she consumes, all affect the child. breastfeeding is equally important and is much more than just feeding the child with milk.