Overview

• Chappell Roan described parenthood as 'hell' during a recent podcast, claiming her friends with children are unhappy, sparking polarized responses online.
• Critics argue that Roan's perspective is limited as she is not a parent, while others praise her for raising under-discussed issues about parenting struggles.
• Experts highlight systemic challenges for parents in the U.S., including inadequate childcare, workplace discrimination, and insufficient mental health support.
• Some parents defend the joys of raising children, pushing back against what they see as overly negative portrayals of parenthood.
• The controversy has amplified calls for better institutional support for families and more open discussions about the realities of parenting, particularly for working mothers.