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A Dad’s Letter to Macy’s CEO Sparks Change for Men’s Restrooms
Hey there! Isn’t it wild that in 2016, we’re still having conversations about diaper changing tables in men’s restrooms? I mean, dads have been sharing parenting duties for years, so it’s about time we see some updates in public facilities. One determined dad named Mike Thompson took it upon himself to address this issue with Macy’s, and the results are pretty inspiring.
When Mike brought his 4-month-old son, Lucas, shopping for Christmas gifts in early December, he figured he’d be ready for anything—except he soon discovered the men’s room at Macy’s didn’t have a changing table. “Every dad knows you’ve got to change the diaper before you even start shopping,” Mike shared with a local news station. But instead of letting this inconvenience ruin his day, he decided to take action.
Frustrated, Mike penned a thoughtful letter to the CEO of Macy’s, Sarah Johnson. To his surprise, the company took his concerns seriously and quickly got in touch with the store manager. “We mobilized our team right away,” said store manager Lisa Grant. Within a month, a changing table was installed, transforming the men’s room into a more dad-friendly space.
While we applaud Macy’s for their swift response, it’s a bit mind-boggling that, in 2016, there are still public restrooms that don’t cater to fathers. My own dad recalls facing similar struggles back in the ’80s when he was caring for me during the day—over 30 years ago! It’s clear that as fathers take on more parenting roles, it’s essential for public spaces to keep up.
It would be great to see more stores updating their facilities so that dads can change diapers without having to improvise. After all, no one wants to be forced to change a baby on a car seat or a park bench!
Though this is a fantastic win for dads, it does raise questions about how many moms have brought up the need for a comfortable, private nursing area in public spaces, only to be met with silence. While a changing table is a basic necessity, a quiet space for feeding is equally important. It’s high time that all parents receive the accommodations they need in public restrooms.
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In summary, Mike Thompson’s letter to Macy’s CEO has led to a much-needed change in their men’s restroom, highlighting the ongoing need for public facilities to accommodate all parents. While this is a step in the right direction, it also serves as a reminder that there’s still work to be done for both dads and moms in public spaces.