Modern parenthood is surrounded by strong ideals of presence, abundance, balance and the good family life.

At the same time, many families experience a daily life characterized by lack of sleep, time pressure, practical chaos, worries and the feeling of never quite getting by. How has the role of parenting evolved over recent generations?

Where does the expectation of a harmonious life come from?

And what does it do to both children and adults when family life becomes something that constantly needs to be optimized?

In this debate, we examine modern parenthood from multiple perspectives – psychological, cultural and human. We explore why so many parents feel alone in what is, in reality, a completely ordinary human life.

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