Can men handle everything alone? The answer used to be 'probably not,' but today the situation has changed. Today's men are no longer just breadwinners; they want to be equal partners in family responsibilities.

Equal Partnership in Raising Children
They fully support their spouses in everything from raising children to household chores. The world today calls men with this new mindset "millennial dads"—fathers who believe in partnership and sensitivity.

The Role of a Caring Partner
According to a recent survey in Britain, three out of every four fathers believe they want to share the burden of raising children equally with their partners. This change is shaping a new definition of fatherhood in society. Now, fathers are not just "earners," but also "caring" and "empathetic" partners.

Women are also viewing this positively. They believe that when there is mutual respect and support in a relationship, one can balance work, family, and personal life.

Still facing criticism in the workplace.
However, the path to this change hasn't been entirely smooth. Many men surveyed reported that when they ask for leave for family reasons, they are asked, "Where's your wife?" This means that family responsibility is still assumed to be women's responsibility. Yet, men are now challenging this perception.

Working fathers acknowledged their challenges, similar to those of working mothers. Eight out of ten fathers said the stress of balancing work and family impacts their mental health and family happiness. Many men also admitted that they haven't taken parental leave despite wanting to because it's still seen as a weakness in society and the workplace.

Women should have equal rights to care for children
Interestingly, men in Britain are now calling for equal paid parental leave. They believe that if women have the right to better maternity leave, men should also have the same privileges. This thinking is making fatherhood not just a responsibility, but a matter of equal rights.

Rapid change after the pandemic
This change has accelerated further after the COVID-19 pandemic. Fathers are now devoting more time to childcare than before. Previously, this proportion rose to 65%. A UK survey revealed that fathers in their 30s and 40s have developed a deeper understanding and compassion for their children. However, they often face criticism at the workplace for prioritizing their families.

The biggest change among these is that men are now opening up emotionally. They believe that the strongest are those who stand by their families. This new thinking is laying the foundation for the society to come. A society where both motherhood and fatherhood will be considered equal, and where both love and responsibility will be shared.

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