Yeah, I definitely get what you are saying.....but I'd argue that a real man DOES take full, shared responsibility for his children, from the moment of conception.

It's our responsibility to help provide for our women & children.

Sure we don't have the troubles of actually being pregnant, carrying the child, all the associated pains, issues & risks; but we have troubles of our own, such as being the family rock, defender, financial provider, etc.

My wife is a full-time stay at home, so I am definitely THE provider.

We both contribute in our own ways. :-)