A short while ago I was asked if I would like to pose some questions to none other than Dr Penelope Law, a consultant in obstetrics and gynaecology based at the famed Portland Hospital in London. While the questions were primarily aimed at expectant dads, I think expectant mums might also find it very useful.
Are you male and thinking of becoming the main carer for your children or giving up work completely to become a stay at home dad? If so, there are a variety of issues you might want to consider. It’s a big enough decision for a woman to give up work to look after the kids.
I don’t wish to get too excited, but over the past year I’ve noticed increasing debate within the childcare industry about the role of men. In short, there seems to be a consensus that more male practitioners are needed in the workforce. Just to give you some idea of the gargantuan task the industry faces,
Introductions were so much easier in the days when I had a full time job and wasn’t the childrens’ main carer. I’d shake hands / kiss cheeks (delete as applicable), give the person my name and conversation would quickly move on to our respective occupations. The discussion about work gets a bit more complex when
