Rising share of stay-at-home dads home to care for family

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June 12, 2019

8 facts about American dads

Rising share of stay-at-home dads home to care for family

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8 facts about American dads
The rise in dual-income families
Moms and dads, 1965-2011: roles converge, but gaps remain
Fatherhood a positive experience and central to dads’ identity
For many working dads, balancing work and family is a challenge
Dads spend more time with their kids than in the past, but many say it’s not enough
Rising number of stay-at-home dads
Americans see different pressure points for men and women
For many working dads, balancing work and family is a challenge
Fatherhood a positive experience and central to dads’ identity
The rise in dual-income families
For both moms and dads, more time spent on child care
About six-in-ten dads say they spend too little time with their kids … mostly due to work obligations

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