Surgical resident debates parenting duties with stay-at-home partner

A surgical resident and his stay-at-home partner are at odds over parenting duties. He works 80-100 hours a week and she cares for their newborn. She’s been asking for more help, but he feels he’s already doing more than they agreed on. After a heated argument, they couldn’t come to an agreement. Was he wrong to not want to take on a larger parenting role during residency? Click to read more.

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Being a surgical resident is already a challenging task, but when you add parenting to the mix, things can get complicated. A 27-year-old surgical resident is finding himself in a tough situation as he tries to balance his demanding work schedule with his role as a father to his newborn child. His partner, who is currently a stay-at-home mother, is asking him to take on a larger parenting role, but he feels that he is already doing more than what was agreed upon. This has led to tension and arguments between the couple, leaving them at a standstill. In this article, we will explore the dynamics of their situation and see if there is a compromise that can be reached. We will also take a look at the opinions of others and see if the surgical resident is in the wrong for not wanting to take on more parenting duties during his residency. Join us as we delve into this complex issue and try to find a way forward for this couple and their family.

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