Brenda Christensen and her husband, both successful professionals in their early 40s, met at work and later became a couple while maintaining their financial independence. After the unexpected birth of their daughter, Isabella, they shared childcare responsibilities until her autism diagnosis at age three necessitated more focused support. They decided one of them should stay home, leading to her husband, who felt burned out in his high-stress cybersecurity job, becoming the primary caregiver. Embracing this role, he found fulfillment in caring for Isabella, who has thrived under his care. The couple approaches their family life as a partnership, with the author managing finances and her husband handling household duties and caregiving. They refer to their family unit as “Isabella Inc.,” highlighting their collaborative approach to parenting.
