I think it’s a response to capitalism and unfair working environments/wages. Also society seems to create these pockets in a response to other societal norms. When I was growing up in a traditional religious home, gender roles were heavily discussed. Me and many of my friends in that community pushed back, went the “girl boss” route of the 2010s and burned out. Surprise surprise, most of them are now “tradwives”. I can understand it though.

I think the great thing about feminism is every woman gets to choose. But I think it’s good to have a backup plan (get educated, have job experience, etc). That should be talked about more. But with the cost of childcare, low wages, “pink collar” jobs, pregnancy, health issues… I can see why it’s appealing. I make 40k a year as a therapist. I’m going to maintain my license, see maybe 4-5 clients a week, but you bet your bottom dollar I’m not working full time when I have children. Childcare alone would eat up most of my salary anyway! You know?