TikTok Social media has been a steady presence in our lives for more than 20 years now and, in that time, we as a society have had unparalleled access to other people’s lived experiences that we otherwise would know nothing about. Over those years we’ve learned that people can be — and pardon the technical...
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Mental Load Privilege Is Real And Mostly Men Benefit
Westend61/Westend61/Getty Images; samkelly_world The perpetual problem in my household always comes down to the mental load. My husband and I just never seem to find a rhythm when it comes to household management (dishes, lawn work, organizing, etc.) along with everything else that comes with being a human (taking the dog to the vet, car...
Woman Calls Out Corporate Christmas Parties That Don't Allow Spouses
@ pipercassidyphillips / TikTok When I worked in the corporate world at a small tech start-up, things would get weird at the company Christmas party, and they would get weird fast. I always made a quick exit after one drink because I just always felt out of place. I would rather be home with my...
This Parent Wants Moms To Rethink Their Daycare Calculus
TikTok Did you know that the average American family spends a staggering 27% of their income on childcare? We don’t need to tell you that’s hardly affordable, but just in case you need confirmation, the Department of Health and Human Services states that “affordable” childcare should be no more than 7% of household income. It’s...