Sonia Booth Sparks Debate: “Stay-at-Home Wives Deserve a Monthly Salary and Legal Protection”
Media personality and businesswoman Sonia Booth has ignited a powerful conversation about the value of unpaid labor in relationships. In a bold statement, she declared that being a stay-at-home wife is a full-time job—and one that deserves financial compensation.
Booth, known for her outspoken and thoughtful takes on family dynamics and gender roles, believes women who manage the home and raise children should receive a monthly salary from their partners, reflecting the critical role they play in maintaining the household.
“Raising children and running a home isn’t a side hustle—it’s full-time work. That work deserves to be recognized, respected, and paid,” she said.
More Than Just Talk: Get It in Writing, Booth Says
But Sonia isn’t just pushing for acknowledgment—she’s urging women to get legal protection. Her advice? Hire a lawyer and draft a formal agreement between partners, outlining roles, expectations, and financial commitments.
“Don’t rely on verbal promises. Have a formal contract. It protects both parties, especially in the case of separation or divorce,” she added.
Public Reactions: Applause and Debate
Her comments have sparked mixed reactions online. Many praised her for speaking truth to power and advocating for women who often go unrecognized. Others questioned the practicality of such contracts in traditional households.
Still, the core of Sonia’s message is gaining traction: domestic labor is labor, and it deserves the same respect—and protections—as any other job.
Redefining Modern Relationships
In an era where gender roles continue to evolve, Booth’s message resonates with a growing call for fairness, clarity, and legal security in partnerships. Whether or not couples choose to formalize their arrangements, her call is clear:
Respect the work. Compensate the labor. Protect the person.
