More Men Staying Out of the Workforce to Care for Kids

The video discusses the increasing role of stay-at-home fathers in the US, highlighting the restrictive definitions used by the Census Bureau and broader perspectives from Pew Research. It explores the economic implications of declining male labor force participation and the impact of women's increasing earnings and high childcare costs. The video also addresses societal changes in perceptions of fatherhood and the need for policy support to reduce stigma.

What is the restrictive definition of stay-at-home fathers according to the Census Bureau?

How has the percentage of stay-at-home fathers changed from the mid-90s to now?

What are the economic implications of prime age men staying out of the labor force?

What factors have contributed to the increase in stay-at-home fathers?

What role does childcare cost play in the decision of parents regarding who becomes a stay-at-home parent?

How has the perception of fatherhood changed in society according to the discussion?

What structural impediments do stay-at-home fathers face in society?