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@tigerryan That’s the kind of thinking that keeps the inequity alive. And yeah…one of those is parenting. The other is just a weekend trip.

@tigerryan Well moving 5 hours away may be the norm for where you are, but it’s definitely not the norm overall. Regardless, dad could just as easily be the one with the kids and mom could be doing the driving. They just don’t usually have custody. That’s almost always just assumed to be mom’s...

@tigerryan Maybe it’s different in your state, but it’s definitely “on the table” here. There’s a standard agreement but you absolutely don’t have to accept it and move on. I had to go to court for custody, pay a lawyer, have a stable job and home, etc. These were all things my ex and so many...

@melista I experience this with custody too. Men are allowed to have minimal time with their kids and still be called good dads. Meanwhile, if mom has anything less than 50/50 there is an endless barrage of questions and judgment. My ex husband is constantly praised for being “such a good dad”...

@lumpyspaceprincess I had my first at 21 and struggled a lot with missing pre-child life. I felt that way for a few years actually. Now that she’s more independent I’ve been able to reclaim an identity that feels authentically me. Of course now we are having another lol.

@joseph_ We have the luxury (???) of a few weeks in summer where our oldest (10) is out of state at her dad’s place so it’s definitely easier for us. With the new little one coming I’m sure we will stick closer to home and wait a little longer.

@joseph_ My husband and I make sure to still book a trip every 2-3 years that’s just us. It’s been such a great thing for us as both parents and partners. I highly recommend it if it’s feasible for you