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.
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. As Dr. Shefali Tsabary, a renowned parenting expert, states, "The way society perceives parenting roles can heavily influence how parents are treated in public." It's a topic 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.
These simple comics break down a matter that has resonated with parents so well that they've been shared nearly 50,000 times on social media. Sounds like it's pretty easy to relate to already, doesn't it?
Not sure? Have a look for yourself. If you happen to fall under the category of mom or dad, then chances are you'll find yourself knowing exactly what you're looking at and understanding: you are not alone.
1. Hair Cut
Everyone always has to know where the kids are when mom needs some pampering; with dad, it's straight to business.
Babble2. At the doctor office
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!
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!
