Why must we choose between motherhood or career?

It’s a lingering Double standard. Men aren’t labeled as “working dads” because it’s assumed that their career remains uninterrupted by parenthood. So…why is this label still applied to mothers?

What happens when a woman stops chasing productivity and starts prioritizing presence? In this week's episode, we dive into the outdated but persistent choice fallacy—the idea that women must choose between career and motherhood—and the emotional labor and mental load that often accompany both. From media narratives like Mr. Mom and I Don’t Know How She Does It, to workplace policies that claim to support working parents (but often penalize mothers), we explore how societal structures are—or aren’t—set up for modern motherhood.

This one’s for anyone who’s ever felt the pressure to be everything, do everything, and smile through it. Let’s unpack the unspoken expectations—and imagine something better.