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There is still a long way to go, even though the world is unquestionably becoming more aware of outdated home gender norms. In order for her son to understand early on that housework wasn’t exclusively for women, one lady wanted to make a big deal about the fact that she was teaching him to do chores.
Nikkole Paulun, a mother of two from Michigan, posted photos of her six-year-old son Lyle cleaning the dishes, loading the dishwasher, and cooking on Facebook, along with an extensive caption describing why she believes it is so crucial for her son to learn these vital life skills.
She posted images of Lyle working diligently on household duties on Facebook in a post that has been seen by thousands of people.
“I teach my son to cook and take care of the house. Why? Because doing the dishes isn’t only a woman’s job,” she wrote.
“Because he might one day be a single man living alone who actually knows how to do laundry and who doesn’t eat takeout every night. Since he never knows when he might want to impress a special someone with a home-cooked lunch.”
Because he’ll have to contribute fairly to household duties when he has children and a spouse in the future.”
Because the generation I belong to criticizes the fact that schools did not educate us on how to do things like cook, wash laundry, tie ties, or pay taxes.
“Because it is my responsibility to show my son how to behave in these situations and how to contribute to society both within and outside of the home. Because you can let your kids be kids and still teach them valuable lessons along the way,” she said.
The mother-of-two where she is photographed with Lyle and her one-year-old daughter Ellie appeared on the MTV program 16 and Pregnan
The 22-year-old continued to question traditional gender assumptions. “My son is not and never will be too “manly” to cook or do chores. He will be the type of man who can check on his pot roast after changing a tire indoors. who is good at both lawn mowing and laundry sorting.”
Nikkole, who had a past as a cast member of the MTV show “16 and pregnant,” concluded her post by expressing her hope that the things her son learns now will help shape the person he grows up to be.
Remember, she advised her readers, “a man who thinks he shouldn’t have to do chores or cook was once a boy who wasn’t taught any better.”
The post has received over 148K replies and more than 58K shares since it was shared. Although the mother received a lot of praise for criticizing outdated gender stereotypes, she also received some criticism for increasing the burden of household chores.
The mother believes that it is her duty to prepare her son to do household duties and contribute to society.
“You don’t have children to serve as your servants! Or to do the tasks that you don’t want to do. I support educating responsibility! The woman wrote, “But enough is enough.”
However, others jumped in to support Nikkole’s position without delay.
“He is being taught by her how to be a great man! Good work, Nikole;))) Ur a great mum,” one woman wrote. “That’s probably because this generation of “men” wasn’t taught how to take care of his family.
“I personally think it’s amazing that she’s teaching her son to be independent. When my son is old enough to understand what chores are, he will be doing the same thing. He will still get to play with his friends, but only after his tasks are finished.”
Nikkole, who reportedly enjoys playing video games to relax after chores, claimed she is teaching him that housework is “not exclusively for women.”
After receiving criticism, the former reality TV star posted a photo of her son lying on the couch.
She said, “And he plays some video games to relax after his responsibilities.”
In addition, she tackled the criticism that by adding more tasks, she wasn’t letting her kids be kids. “I enjoy doing the bulk of the chores. My son only offers help when needed and receives allowance as well.”
In order for Lyle to be able to care for himself and perform his “due part” of household duties, Nikkole claimed she is teaching him these skills.
What do you think about this mom teaching her son that housework isn’t exclusively a woman’s job? Do you support her or against her? Please let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to spread the news so that we can hear from more people.
I think everyone should teach their kids to take part in all chores. There are too many men getting married and expect their wife to take care of everything. They want a momma for a wife! I’ve seen it too much. I think this mom is a good mother!
It’s just perfect! I had to learn when I went to the navy! Ever since then my wife and I shared the house work doing the laundry and cooking! It made a perfect marriage so far 59 years and still doing it all together!
I’ve always done this. Anyone that thinks this is bad. Oh well, hard to call others stupid. But written, a man suppose to support and provide and a woman do all household chores. Well because of all the equal lib stuff, a man cannot and a woman has to work to have enough to support. So if she works, the man and children has to share her responsibilities. I always joke with my friends saying “My husband runs our household”… the vacuum, the dishwasher, the oven, and the washer and dryer. Also run water and baths children. Once kids were teens, dinner was cooked and house was clean by them.
I believe she is teaching her son to also know how to care for himself when he ventures out on his own and teaching him how to be a great husband if he chooses to get married one day 👍👍👍👍 great job 👏🏽 mom
She is not raising her son to wait on her. She is teaching him how to eventually be independent or a partner and not be a spoiled brat! Good for mom!
Far too many parents spoil their kids rotten thus far too dependent on others . I had 2 brothers $ 2 sisters & we all had our chores to do & it taught me to be independent & responsible! As a result, I have always been considered the Best of employees at every job I ever worked at! I have led a very profitable life due to my father giving me strong work ethics!!!
I think it’s great that she is teaching her son to care for his self. I made my son cook a meal of his choice so he wouldn’t have to depend on anyone to feed him. He also learned how to do his laundry. This came in handy when he went off to college.
I whole heartedly aupport the mother, and just hope there are many more mothers out there doing the same thing.
I know a lady who sold sewing machines at Sears & she taught her sons to use one & sew their clothes & all the household chores also. She said when they grew up & left home they might not marry right away so they needed to know how to look after themselves.