Roles within the family have
changed over the last twenty to forty years.
This table shows extremes
to make a point. There are many individuals and families which were
and continue to be exceptions to these ‘labels’.
Year |
Dad's
role |
Mum's
role |
1960's |
Breadwinner
Family protector
Rule maker
Disciplinarian |
Cook
Cleaner
Rule administrator
Home duties
Child rearing |
2000's |
Parenting
Breadwinner
Mentor/Role model
Collaborative parent
Educator
Cook
Cleaner |
Parenting
Breadwinner
Mentor/Role model
Collaborative parent
Educator
Cook
Cleaner |
N.B. We have generations
of parents that were raised in these ‘1960’s’
style families, that are now parenting in a more modern style. 2000’s
style of parenting does take more thought than the 1960’s
style but is quite achievable when focusing on your children’s
needs and best interests.
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