I’ve been a part of this forum for quite a while, and I’ve noticed that there seems to be a lack of discussions around the unique challenges faced by parents who are the sole support for their families, beyond just single parenting. I’m talking about those of us who might be in two-parent households, but one partner provides the majority of financial support or carries the bulk of emotional labor due to various reasons like a partner being unemployed or unable to work, health issues, or having a partner who’s less involved for other reasons.
How do you balance the load without burning out? Are there strategies to involve the less contributing partner more without causing tension? Where does setting boundaries fit into this, especially when trying not to tip into resentment towards a partner who might want to contribute more but simply can’t for valid reasons? I’m interested in any unconventional advice or strategies that people are finding effective in these scenarios.
Has anyone here had success with unique solutions or had transformative experiences in these dynamics? Also, how do we handle societal expectations that might not understand our specific family dynamics?
