Smiles and Sacrifices: The Modern Motherhood Performance

Scenic Route, Social Change and Mental Health Conversations for Perfectionists - En podkast av Jennifer Walter - Tirsdager

Why are women punished for being honest about motherhood? When Chappell Roan said her friends with kids are “in hell,” the backlash wasn’t about the words but about breaking the performance. In this episode of Scenic Route, sociologist and coach Jennifer Walter unpacks the emotional labour, mental load, and societal expectations that define modern motherhood. Why do we praise men like Seth Rogen for opting out of parenthood while vilifying women who name the cost of caregiving? Why do tradwif...

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