It used to be in American society that mother's were the primary (or sole) caregivers of the kids. Dads worked one or more jobs to support the family. Our kids are supported by both parents. Daddy and I work very hard professionally and personally in our lives. We love our girls and do whatever we can for them while letting them explore the world.
In our house Daddy cooks because he's enjoys it (for the most part) and his food tastes better than mine. I generally handle clean up because I enjoy it (again, for the most part). He handles bills and the yard and I handle laundry. I usually take the kids if there are problems at night, but none of these areas are absolute because Daddy and I are a team. That means I pick up dog poop in the yard and he folds a load of clothes.
I do think it's better that there is "equal parenting". Personally, I don't want to be the only one who does everything and I think the kids benefit from our different styles. No parent has all the right answers or methods of parenting. The world is too diverse for one's point of view to be the only one. Daddy and I work as a team which is good for our marriage and a great example for the girls to see. I'm watching our girls flourish in the world and it's due to all the wonderful people they have in their lives!
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