Podcast Episode 409: He’s Not Helpless: Busting the Myths About Male Partners
Ever heard the excuse “men just don’t see the mess”? Or maybe someone told you dads just aren’t natural nurturers.
Spoiler alert: those aren’t truths — they’re some of the biggest household mental load myths that keep moms buried under endless chores while dads get a cultural free pass.
Inspired by this brilliant post on Instagram from our good friend @momlife_comics, this episode digs into the lies the patriarchy has fed us about male partners. From the myth that moms are “better multitaskers” to the idea that men can’t find anything without help, we’re breaking down where these stories come from and why they’ve stuck around for so long.
But we don’t stop there. You’ll hear how these myths fuel resentment in relationships, why they leave moms exhausted, and most importantly — how to call them out and flip the script at home. Because no, your partner isn’t helpless, and you don’t need to carry the entire household load on your shoulders.
If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at the words “he just can’t,” this conversation will have you nodding, laughing, and walking away with practical ways to take back your time, your sanity, and your partnership.
In this episode of the No Guilt Mom podcast you’ll learn:
- 5 of the most common myths we tell ourselves about our husbands
- Why multitasking became the ultimate mom trap
- Why mental load makes moms default household managers
- Simple ways to call out weaponized incompetence without starting World War III
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