Ep12: Exploring Parental Leave: A Father’s Perspective on Modern Fatherhood

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In this episode of the Expat Parenting Show, we sit down with Julien Delphy, a father of three, to discuss the untold aspects of fatherhood and the evolving role of modern dads.

Julien shares his journey through parenting teenagers and a newborn, the importance of paternal leave, and how fatherhood has shifted over generations. We dive into real stories about balancing a career and family, the cultural shifts in fatherhood, and why consistency is key in raising children.

Whether you’re a father or a mother, this episode offers valuable insights into the shared responsibilities of parenting and the joys of raising kids.

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-03:44) - Introduction: Exploring Fatherhood

(03:45-08:19) - Untold Stories Between Parents and Children

(08:20-13:39) - Parenting in Two Generations

(13:40-19:29) - What it means to be a FATHER?

(19:30-24:14) - Parent-child Relationship Changes across Generations

(24:15-29:59) - Parental Leave - Should one take it?

(30:00-36:09) -Fatherhood as an Equal Responsibility

(36:10-42:49) - The Joy of Spending Time With Children

(42:50-44:15) - Breaking Societal Pressure on Fathers

(44:16-48:38) - Advice to Parents & Concluding Remarks