Simple Comics That Perfectly Illustrate The Different Ways Moms and Dads Are Treated in Public
Social stereotypes exist whether we like it or not, and parenting is no exception to this concept. When out and about in public spaces, moms and dads are treated very differently. It's a subject that deserves more attention, and as a comic series featured on Dr. Shefali Tsabary's website has quickly learned, it's time we start talking about it.
From errands to doctor visits, moms and dads are often treated as if they are playing completely different roles, even when they are doing the exact same job.
These simple comics struck a nerve because so many parents recognized the scenes right away. They were shared nearly 50,000 times, and the reactions that followed made it obvious that this is a familiar frustration for a lot of families.
Keep going, because the comments and follow-up comics make the point even harder to ignore.
1. Hair Cut
Everyone always has to know where the kids are when mom needs some pampering; with dad, it's straight to business.
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Dad is a hero; mom is a zero.
Babble3. Out with friends
Do people forget that moms have lives and personalities outside of their kids? Mom is a person, too.
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4. At the park
Simple for dad, complicated for mom.
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5. At the grocery store...
Another time when dad is a hero and mom is a zero!
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Even more interesting than the comics themselves is how people responded to them.
Have a look for yourself...
With nearly 50,000 shares, it's no surprise the Babble comics received nearly 1,500 comments as well. People had a LOT to say!
And if you love chaos with a nostalgic twist, the domestic disasters behind our family photo albums will hit the same spot.
6. Solid Advice!
Next time you see a mom, shed some positivity.
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7. Why do they do this?
Let's embrace moms as unique individuals, too!
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8. Dads don't really care for the special treatment
Dad is just being dad, but he's treated like a hero... why not moms, too?
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9. Wait, dads can hold the baby?!
Impressive.
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10. Potty talk
Yeah, dads should be doing bathroom duty, too. Daddy Doodie Duty.
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Tiffany Beveridge is a creative writer and blogger who is having a little too much fun on Pinterest right now. In reality, she has two average-dressed sons (aged 10 and 14), but on her parody Pinterest account, she has Quinoa, a super-mega hipster daughter who is always dressed to the nines, and this mom has plenty to say about society's best-dressed tots and adolescents. She nails it and has gone viral for a reason!
For another Mother’s Day blowup, read how mom called her daughter selfish after she refused the dress.
