Lessons from a Default Parent: Surviving the Front Line of Family Life (Without Losing Your Sh*t)

Being the 'default parent'—the one assumed to handle childcare and school administration—manifests in countless ways throughout family life. This book addresses the invisible labor that falls disproportionately on one parent, often leaving them either bored or overwhelmed. Lou Beckett offers heartfelt and humorous advice for the default parent who is depended on most but appreciated least. The book validates this experience, acknowledges the unseen work involved, and explores how that responsibility might be rebalanced. It aims to provide comfort and community while offering practical guidance for navigating family life more effectively together.