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Video Highlights the Contrast Between a ‘Mom Cold’ and a ‘Man Cold’
A comedic video is making waves online, showcasing the stark difference in how women and men tackle the common cold. Let’s face it: most women will tell you that their male partners struggle to cope with even the slightest sniffle, giving rise to the phenomenon known as the “Man Cold.” This hilarious video captures the frustrations of being under the weather while still having to care for a grown man who can’t seem to handle a mild illness.
The video, shared by mom and blogger Carrie Johnson on her Facebook, titled “The Man Cold,” has garnered over 19 million views. It resonates with women everywhere who are fed up with their husbands’ dramatic reactions to feeling unwell.
The clip begins with a relatable scene — the husband dramatically rolling over in bed as if he’s on the brink of death. Meanwhile, Johnson, who is also feeling unwell, acknowledges his plight while knowing full well she’s battling the same cold. Yet, he insists he’s suffering much more.
Throughout the video, Johnson juggles her responsibilities as a mother and wife, cleaning, caring for the kids, and checking on her “sick” husband. In her words, although the video leans into the dramatics, it rings true. “Every year, when the kids bring home back-to-school germs, we all get sick. I work from home and don’t really have ‘sick days’ to lean on. Between the kids, housework, and my job, I have to keep pushing through. I love my husband, but he turns into a total puddle when he’s sick.”
For moms, having a cold doesn’t equate to an excuse for a break, which can be frustrating. The laundry pile won’t wash itself, dinner still needs to be made, and the kids demand attention. Unfortunately for them, their Man Baby doesn’t seem to care.
As she looks down at her husband, cocooned in blankets and whining, she quips, “No, you’re not dying. I’ll dig a hole and toss you in… it’s just a cold.” Amen to that!
She humorously labels him a “big baby man-child” who “clearly needs more rest,” while she continues to manage her daily tasks. It’s a scene that many can relate to, as this behavior is all too common.
Reflecting on her own experiences, Johnson recalls a time when she was recovering from childbirth, juggling a 20-month-old and a newborn, and still managing to get things done. That’s when her sympathy for her husband’s Man Cold evaporated. Now, when he snuggles under a quilt and whines, she simply shuts the door and carries on with her day. Sorry, buddy. You’re 38, not 3. Grab your own tissues from the kitchen!
As Johnson humorously points out at the end of the video, she recognizes her lack of compassion, but that’s because no one shows sympathy for moms when they catch a bug. We tough it out, pocketing tissues while the world keeps spinning. If we’re on our own, so are you!
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In summary, the video humorously encapsulates the age-old disparity between how men and women manage minor ailments, shedding light on the everyday challenges moms face. It’s a reminder that while we may be sick, we still have responsibilities that don’t wait.