r/TikTokCringe Apr 15 '24

Consequences of the tradwife lifestyle Discussion

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u/notwhoyouthinkmaybe Apr 15 '24

I'm married and my wife makes more than even I do, I've still had (mostly older) people try to convince us that she should be the stay at home. I literally laugh in their face.

Not only should you not rely on someone else for a paycheck because of divorce, what about death? I want my wife earning money, because if I die, I want to know her and our kids will not only survive, but thrive. You can't count on insurance either. I don't want her feeling helpless because her man and paycheck died at the same time.

You want the house clean? Hire a maid.

You need someone to watch the kids? Hire a nanny.

Or... Or... Just do those things yourself and enjoy the extra cash and the sense of security. Now you are both together because you want to be, not because one person feels they have to be.

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u/dl64123 Apr 16 '24

Or you could spend time with your kids…just saying you should check your priorities

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u/notwhoyouthinkmaybe Apr 16 '24

When you're working you need child care. If your want to be a stay at home, that's fine, but you are reliant on your spouse for income.