Allison Daminger is a PhD candidate in sociology and social policy at Harvard, and in this fascinating episode she shares her insights and research findings she's had so far while studying this hot topic. Before her interview segment, Laura and Sarah do a back and forth exchange about which tasks go to which parent in each household. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about her difficulties keeping a consistent childcare provider.

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