WHO IS SHE?
In essence, “This is Mommy” takes the concept introduced by “Call Her Daddy” and reinterprets it through the lens of womanhood, highlighting that women are strong, authoritative, and complex in their own right, much like the male-associated “daddy” figure.
The title “This is Mommy” can be seen as a play off of “Call Her Daddy” in several nuanced ways:
Inverting Gender Roles
Reclaiming Parental Titles: Just as “Call Her Daddy” flips the traditional gender association of “daddy” by applying it to women, “This is Mommy” embraces the maternal role but with a modern twist. It reclaims “mommy” as a powerful, authoritative figure, much like how “daddy” is used in “Call Her Daddy.”
Empowerment and Authority: Both titles challenge traditional perceptions of gender roles and authority. “This is Mommy” can convey that mothers and women, in general, have their own unique power and influence, paralleling the way “Call Her Daddy” suggests women can embody the dominant, confident traits associated with “daddy.”
Sexual Connotation and Societal Expectations
Playing on Connotations: While “daddy” has a sexual connotation indicating dominance and attractiveness, “mommy” can be used to highlight nurturing and caring roles. “This is Mommy” can subvert this by presenting the “mommy” figure as strong, independent, and multifaceted—capable of both nurturing and leading.
Breaking Stereotypes: Just as “Call Her Daddy” breaks down stereotypes about female sexuality and empowerment, “This is Mommy” can aim to break stereotypes about motherhood, showing that being a mother or identifying with maternal characteristics doesn’t limit a woman’s strength, sexuality, or authority.
Contextual Comparison
Cultural Commentary: Both titles offer commentary on societal expectations. “Call Her Daddy” suggests that women can adopt traditionally male-associated power dynamics, while “This is Mommy” reinforces that the maternal figure is equally significant and powerful in contemporary discussions about gender and roles.
Familiar Structure
Familiarity and Contrast: The structure of “This is Mommy” contrasts directly with “Call Her Daddy,” creating an immediate association. This familiarity can attract listeners who are intrigued by the gender role discussion inherent in both titles, positioning “This is Mommy” as a counterpart or alternative perspective to “Call Her Daddy.”
Kind Words
“Channing made an extra effort to add elements that were personal to us. She made sure our space reflected us as individuals and as a family.”
—Jaya Dixon