Mom and dad are both breadwinners in most families for first time

For the first time in history, over half of families with both a mother and father have both breadwinners working full time, according to a Pew Research Center analysis. This shift reflects a growing trend of college-educated women entering the workforce while families grapple with rising living costs. This significant change underscores broader societal shifts in gender roles and economic necessity, signaling a major evolution in family dynamics.