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Breadwinning Women Rise: Household Labor Dynamics Struggle to Catch Up

Women are increasingly becoming primary or equal breadwinners in heterosexual marriages, with their share nearly tripling over five decades. However, the division of household labor has not kept pace, with traditional gender roles persisting in domestic responsibilities. While some shifts are seen in areas like food preparation, the overall emotional and practical burden of household work often continues to fall disproportionately on women.