"Gender reveal" parties are a trend that has gained popularity in recent years as a way for expecting parents to let their friends and family know whether their baby will be a boy or a girl. Here are some examples of what comes up if you search "gender reveal themes" on Pinterest:
From the above images, you can see that expectations for how girls and boys should behave or who they should be are pushed on children before they are even born! Boys are associated with guns, hunting, fishing, and sports, while girls are associated with makeup, glitter, ballet, and cheerleading. Even before a baby comes out of the womb, there are societal stereotypes and gender roles that leave no room for male cheerleaders or female racecar drivers.
These messages that portray boys as being tough and girls as being dainty are continued throughout infancy and childhood. Take a look at these clothing options offered for children.
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The wording or color of a toddler's t-shirt might not seem like a big deal, but all of the little messages that children see about what it means to be a boy or a girl can add up and have tremendous negative effects.
This website will go into detail about how the societal expectations and stereotypes for men can harm their physical and mental health.