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“Literally, over a weekend, Friday to Monday, I went from a C.I.A. officer to changing diapers and putting the kid in a Bjorn and going to the playground and hanging out with all the nannies. I was the only dad - everyone kind of gave me strange looks because of our sexist society.” quote by Tom King
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“Literally, over a weekend, Friday to Monday, I went from a C.I.A. officer to changing diapers and putting the kid in a Bjorn and going to the playground and hanging out with all the nannies. I was the only dad - everyone kind of gave me strange looks because of our sexist society.”

Tom King

About This Quote

Source Interview: Parenting and career transition, 2020

A father navigates unexpected childcare duties, confronting societal gender norms and personal identity.

In simple terms: Dad faces new childcare role.

Key Takeaway

Embrace evolving roles.

Themes

parenting gender identity

Mood

empathetic inspirational

Type

personal social

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • public speaking
  • media interview

Key Concepts

sociology work-life balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can workplaces support fathers in caregiving?
  • What changes can shift gender expectations?
A Different Perspective

Societal bias may hinder acceptance.

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