When I suggested to some that 'mother and toddler' was no longer an appropriate title for a group in an inclusive church (or any other place for that matter), I was encouraged to write an article on the subject.
I realise the reference is not intentionally inflammatory and that some groups are specifically and necessarily 'male' or 'female' only. However, being a man on the committees of a toddler group, a Sunday creche and for a pre-school, I feel the 'mother and toddler' label no longer reflects an accurate picture. These days, raising children is not the sole responsibility of mothers. An increasing number of men, grandparents and childcare professionals are also involved in this important role.
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