Why is the bar so low for men to be seen as doting fathers?
Recently, Brent Rooker, an American baseball player, caused a bit of a stir for feeding his 11-month-old baby mid-game. One fan sent him a critical message online, and Rooker hit back. From reviewing the online comments, the world roared in support of Rooker.
You know what term I want to banish from ever being uttered? Hands-on fathers! Ugh it’s gross. You don’t hear mothers referred to as hands-on mothers; it’s just expected, right? It’s considered her job.
Referring to a man as a hands-on father is said in admiration and reverence. But they are his children. So he should be hands-on in their care and involved in their lives.
It has a similar vibe to using the word babysitting to describe a man looking after his kids. No, no, no. Just no.
The video of Brent Rooker feeding his daughter is a nice interaction. However, I have to say, I think the critical fan has a point. And it seems like I’m the only one who thinks so.
It wasn’t necessary, and he was at work
So what did the fan say?
Hey Rooker… did you really need to feed your baby…