Bridget Manley
Bridget Manley
Mark - "Husbands Are Fully Capable. You Can Leave The Kids With Us For Days On End, They Will Still Get Bathed, Fed, Go To Bed At A Reasonable Hour"
Mark - "Husbands Are Fully Capable. You Can Leave The Kids With Us For Days On End, They Will Still Get Bathed, Fed, Go To Bed At A Reasonable Hour"
Mark - "Husbands Are Fully Capable. You Can Leave The Kids With Us For Days On End, They Will Still Get Bathed, Fed, Go To Bed At A Reasonable Hour"
Tuesday 28th November 2017
Mark's story of balancing work and family life after moving to a rural hometown, challenging fatherhood stereotypes. Tune in for an inspiring tale.
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Bridget Manley
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Parenting & Children
Sobriety in Everyday Life
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Get the buttons here!Mark's Leap of Faith: Redefining Fatherhood and Family Life
I think that, and I don't really get offended very easily and it doesn't, it just irks me that, like, there aren't men who are speaking up to change that stereotype and say, hey, you know, in This Day and age there are stay at home dads and the moms of the breadwinners that are going out to work and in the office like.
Mark is the other half of the dynamic parenting duo introduced in the previous episode with Kendall. When Kendall suggested they move back to her rural hometown, Mark was initially skeptical. With a full-time job in the city and a bustling social life, the idea seemed daunting. However, Mark cherished the thought of his daughters experiencing the same small-town upbringing he had. The catch? He had to convince his employer that a remote working arrangement was possible.
After six months of grueling commutes, Mark made a bold decision for his family's well-being, choosing to prioritize time with his daughters over career convenience. This episode dives into Mark's journey of balancing work commitments with family life, challenging stereotypes about fatherhood, and making tough decisions for the sake of loved ones. It's a heartfelt story that will resonate with anyone navigating the complexities of modern parenting.