Equality for all

Dec 7, 2014 9:21 PM

mimblewimble

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When I think about it I realise we don't have this problem in Iceland.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I don't know what restrooms you guys have been to but I thought it was a normal thing to have a baby changing station in both.

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

As a father of two children in diapers, this is absolutely maddening and makes going on roadtrips tiresome.

11 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

a lot of the men's rooms around here have changing stations in them...not all though

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

As a feminist, yup. The fact that we view men as incapable of caretaking is just one more facet of the gender role bs keeping us all down.

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 1

As a father who spent a lot of time taking care of his kids, men's rooms with changing stations were awesome.

11 years ago | Likes 42 Dislikes 1

I must live in a strange place, every male bathroom I go to has a baby changing station. Even gas stations.

11 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

I see baby changing stations in the men's bathroom all the time. But whatever.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I'd never even thought about this before, also love that tag!

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

In England most baby changing rooms are also disabled toilets so no problem.

11 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 0

In the US, they often are only in the women's restroom.

11 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

YAY! People discussing real and true feminism +1!! <3

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 1

Wow, a post on imgur where it talks about what real feminism actually is?

11 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 3

I hate those restrooms with zero changing tables in either bathroom. Hubby and I did run in to a few in Chicago with a table in ladies only

11 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

Ehhh, I've definitely been in mens rooms with baby stations. Usually at malls and theaters.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I never once had this issue when my kid was in diapers.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Fun fact, there is no law that forbids the use of the opposite gender's toilet. But most disabled toilets I've seen are unisex anyways

11 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 3

I live in Des Moines, and there are baby changing stations in most men's restrooms in public areas.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Pft. If they didn't want me in the ladies bathroom they wouldn't have put the changing station there

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

A few restaurants in California have baby changing stations in the men's room. That's always been pretty cool.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

i cant think of very many mens rooms without changing stations... maybe its just a Texas thing?

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

In Texas (Houston area), most public places I have been to have changing stations in both restrooms. Some places even have family restrooms

11 years ago | Likes 20 Dislikes 0

The family that sprays together stays together.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I was gonna say that. Where I live (fortworth area) a good amount of places have family restrooms. :)

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

even in the DFW area, it isn't the same. I'm stuck changing diapers unless we're at a big chain restaurant...

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

The faster a place is growing, the more likely any given bathroom is to have been modernized.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

True, but you're in Houston, where you have a gay mayor, not, say, Wichita Falls. Different levels of progress at play! Houston's lovely btw

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 3

Even in Houston, we often lack baby changing stations, but thank you for your compliments of our city <3

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 1

Odd. A lot of restrooms around here have them. Walmart does anyway.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

The Walmart I work at has changing stations in both restrooms.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Some mens rooms in Canada having baby changing tables.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

The point is that in the US, some men's rooms DON'T have them. Most do.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Some women's don't either. Old ones just don't have room.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Here, in New Zealand, we have "parent" rooms. Parents, male or female, can take their children into that area and change them there 1/2

11 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

we have family restrooms.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

ours are bigger and contain separate bathrooms

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

... you are welcome. 2/2

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

couldn't finish at the time: and it even has a play area for if they have more than one kid as-well as separate bathrooms 2/2

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Was this written a decade ago? The overwhelming majority of mens rooms in public places have changing tables now, not to mention family ones

11 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 10

feminists need something easy to cry about so that they can pretend to have both genders in mind

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 14

I go into women's bathrooms to change my son all the time because the mens room are truck stops and family restrooms are rare.

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Because the world mimics your particular city? I've seen damn few in men's rooms around here.

11 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 2

I would say it is 50% at most. It seems like whenever I need one the bathroom doesn't have one.

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 16

Umm I live in ND and its really rare to see any restroom other then women's that have the changing stations.

11 years ago | Likes 16 Dislikes 0

Not where I live.... The signs for them are only on women doors most of the time

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

But if they put in changing stations, we might lose space for urinals & then I might have to stand right next to another man while I pee!

11 years ago | Likes 73 Dislikes 7

Dividers ftw

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

PEE ON ALL THE THINGS!

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I guess I can't argue with that kind of logic.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

As a Dad I hate when there isn't one and I'm alone with my kids. But when my wife's there I secretly enjoy not having to change a diaper.

11 years ago | Likes 12 Dislikes 0

Or maybe men would have to stand in line waiting to use the can like most women have to do.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Oh god, you might have to become secure enough in your masculinity to realize standing next to someone while peeing doesn't make you gay!

11 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 8

What if I miss and grab the wrong cock though? I don't want another person's penis in my ear.

11 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 19

not wanted strangers pee to splash onto your pants are shoes is being insecure about your masculinity?

11 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 1

Don't be crazy, dude. I'm not worried about someone thinking I'm gay. I'm worried they'll think I have a weak stream!

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I'm super bisexual and love dicks, but that doesn't mean I want someone next to me when peeing.

11 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 1

most guys look directly forward as far as i know, i just dont want pee to be splashing on my clothes

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 1

I'm just super insecure and don't like people around me. If there are more than half the stalls/urinals taken, I'll turn right around.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

*sexuality. I'm pretty confident of my masculinity and also very far from straight

11 years ago | Likes 10 Dislikes 0

I hate when I go into the bathroom to change my kid and I have to go to ridiculous lengths just to find a proper place to put her.

11 years ago | Likes 103 Dislikes 2

As a single father, I'd use the backseat of the car if there weren't adequate facilities.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Well thank you for doing that at least instead of the being the people who will change their kids diaper on a table in the middle of a cafe.

11 years ago | Likes 14 Dislikes 0

Right?! Saw a woman do that the other day... bathroom like 8ft away... when I told her, she said she assumed there's no table... there is!!!

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Especially if the place is nasty as shit.

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

And they always are.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

bring coat hanger and use a stall door

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

reminds me of trying to clean up a mess when my niece peed on the changing station and the restroom had no paper towels. I was not prepared.

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

try the toilet, thats where i put mine

11 years ago | Likes 27 Dislikes 1

Hold the kid's bottom in the toilet n flush, it's like a spin cycle, use hand blower to dry. *not responsible for babies lost in the sewer*

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

dark. I like it

11 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

I like you,

11 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

I'm also disappointed because baby changing tables don't let you change babies into other things.

11 years ago | Likes 1389 Dislikes 3

Or change it in for a different baby. Like, maybe you wanted one with blue eyes or one that isn't as fussy...

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

You mean, you're not supposed to put them on it and then close it for the change to happen? O.o

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Or like put your change into it and get a baby...

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I think we're all disappointed by that.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

This comment is the reason why I like imgur.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

No that's a mod station, I think.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

You win, I laughed.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I saw a sign today that said "Watch for kids" and I thought to myself. . . now that's a good trade.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

This

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I was hoping I could change a baby into a small kitten. Didn't work.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

pure gold, have all my upvotes

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I would change a baby into a puppy 10/10

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

11 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

*inserts baby, change rattles as it lands in the small metal tray*

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Thats what the reloading bench is for.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Found one!

11 years ago | Likes 14 Dislikes 0

It's a kitty! Score!

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

You're doing it wrong. If you do it properly, the child turns into a koala.

11 years ago | Likes 33 Dislikes 0

Ohhhh. And here I am stuffing those things full of koalas trying to get my wife a baby.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Dammit, I really need to read more instructions.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Have you tried drawing a transmutation circle on the table?

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Like, what if when you were hungry, you could just slap your baby down on that sucker, and boom: baby gone, burrito appears.

11 years ago | Likes 131 Dislikes 3

I have like 3-4 pictures on my phone when babys are dressed up as burritos for haloween...

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

You know what those babies are? LIES.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

So you are saying those are real burritos?

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I like when people graffiti the changing table station instructions & pictures to make it look like a baby grilling station.

11 years ago | Likes 50 Dislikes 1

Those aren't refried beans...

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

This comment is slightly disturbing.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Why do you need to change it into a burrito? Just eat it how it is.

11 years ago | Likes 20 Dislikes 0

Easy there Jonathan Swift.

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

HAHHH! nice.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Because burritos are delicious.

11 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 0

Have you ever HAD baby?

11 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

I've never had a baby. I have a feeling I wouldn't make a particularly good mom.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

No, but that might help me clean out my garage.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Tumblr equality post that doesn't make me want to gouge my eyes out and eat my own excrement. +1

11 years ago | Likes 3732 Dislikes 59

It must be shopped :/

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 7

thats cause the only equality posts that make it here are the crazy ones. the accurate ones arent funny, so they are ignored here.

11 years ago | Likes 46 Dislikes 2

Honestly this is a first for me.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 1

Event horizon

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

That's what Tumblr does to you... hmm weird.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

"I'll eat your excrement if you'd like." -My dog

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Holy shit, it's a Christmas miracle.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 2

you eat pieces of shit for breakfast?

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

n.... ...No!

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

How would that help?

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 2

Tumblr has 3 sides. the smart side (see above), the dumb/funny side, and the creepy side.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I had a small gouge at the "I'm hyperaware that feminism means EQUALITY" bit.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 1

yeah but "I need feminism" still makes me scowl through like muscle memory

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 4

Honestly, there are a lot of people who spend their time hunting for posts by "the vocal minorities" and highlight it to generate outrage.

11 years ago | Likes 12 Dislikes 0

yeah It's not saying 'HOW DARE THEY BE SO INCONSIDERATE," but rather, 'yo, this is a thing that should probably change."

11 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

You said it!

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

As a Dad, yes, this is a problem. I hate changing my kid on the sinks in public bathrooms. We go in there not to bother people, so help us.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

That's cause this is actual equality

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

If tumblr posts make you want to eat your own shit I think you might have an issue that goes far beyond tumblr.

11 years ago | Likes 62 Dislikes 4

@AFloridianThatAlwaysUpvotesCanada, if a homicidal squirrel is telling you that you have issues then you might want to listen.

11 years ago | Likes 19 Dislikes 0

I'm not sure anyone should be taking advice from an insane wolf...

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

I'm an inane wolf.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

said the murderous hippo.

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Most on tumblr aren't crazy. It's just the crazy ones that voice their opinion. Everyone else (like me) is just lookin at porn and fandoms.

11 years ago | Likes 738 Dislikes 22

there's porn and fandoms on tumblr? Perhaps I'm missing out.

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

or fandom porn...

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I do love tasteful porn gifs.

11 years ago | Likes 30 Dislikes 1

Mmm, tumblr porn...

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Isn't that what were supposed to use tumblr for, porn and fandoms and the like cause if not well no one told me...

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Well and noone posts the sane shit. Because the Insane gets more upvotes

11 years ago | Likes 29 Dislikes 0

This simply isn't true. Perfectly sane tumblr content is on the front page of imgur almost daily.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Best summary of my dashboard ever

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

This is the problem, its the loud minority that is always heard. I have grown to call them "privilagists" at this point, to separate them

11 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 4

Feminazis is my favourite term. THe rage you get when comparing them to nazis is hilarious

11 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 8

The vast majority of any large group aren't raging lunatics. However, when they are the only ones talking, well then THEY are the group.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Looking at porn

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Maybe I need to give this whole "tumblr porn" thing the old college try

11 years ago | Likes 10 Dislikes 0

As a college kid, I'm also considering it...

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Tumblr porn is a blessing.

11 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

Could you perhaps direct us to this porn and porn fandom you speak of? I don't want to get lost in Tumblr and lose my sanity.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Make an account, search the tags (e.g tumblr.com/tagged/whatever-porn-you're-into), follow some of the blogs you find, ta da

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

You get who you follow. You follow crazy and you receive crazy. Follow Sherlock and Watson doin the doodle and you get just that.

11 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

and fandom porn.

11 years ago | Likes 568 Dislikes 5

delightful

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

And porn porn

11 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 1

Niiiiice. I like you. Can you be my tumblr Sherpa?

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Can someone explain the tumblr to me? I can't have a twitter - much access to people I'd like to destroy emotionally. But this is just like

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

discussion forums and crap, yeah?

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

You have a blog and you reblog things from people you follow. People who follow you see the things you reblog and so on.

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

And porn fandoms.

11 years ago | Likes 49 Dislikes 6

I found out this is seriously a thing when a friend of mine entered a skype group call talking about a some porn anime in a serious tone

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

How did you get more upvotes when I posted the same thing an hour ago? Not salty, just confused

11 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 1

He capitalized "and".

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

He used a capital letter to start it off. It makes all the difference in the world.

11 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

Jeez I dunno. I didn't even see you and now I feel guilty.

11 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

Tip: Don't search "adventure time nsfw" unless you plan on never watching that show again.

11 years ago | Likes 42 Dislikes 1

Dude Bubbline is the SHIT.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

uh well I saw it and I still watch the show. Sooooo thanks but no thanks?

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Looked. Wasn't that good, but also wasn't terrible. Just sort of... there.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I've never watched it. Should I just skip the show and go straight to the porn?

11 years ago | Likes 12 Dislikes 0

Rule 34-type porn is usually better when you're familiar with the characters. But I mean, if you really need to rub one out, go for it.

11 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

and porn fandoms.

11 years ago | Likes 188 Dislikes 3

I admit to having been in several.

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

you came first, but the other one got it up more

11 years ago | Likes 22 Dislikes 0

( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

11 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

He now has more

11 years ago | Likes 13 Dislikes 0

porn fandoms?...

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

"OMG Sasha Grey tho!" "Meh, I prefer Denise Milani"."

11 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

And fan porndoms

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

and Dom Parnfons

11 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0