It would seem that men and women consider the perfect parent to be something very different.
While women champion Davina McCall as the ideal celebrity mother, men have nominated Jordan as the best mum!
An online poll of 482 people for WilkinetBabyCarrier.com also found that opinions differed on the example of an excellent Dad. Women chose Brad Pitt while most men opted for the newly elected US President Barack Obama as top Dad.
The poll also revealed Marge Simpson is considered to be a better mum than Oscar winning Kate Winslet, Dancing on Ice star Melinda Messenger or singer Charlotte Church. Tony Blair won the accolade of best dad in UK politics, ranking higher than both David Cameron and Gordon Brown.
A spokesman said, “It’s an interesting insight into the kind of person men and women consider to exemplify good parenting. Men see Obama’s example of a successful man who’s still involved with his family while many women appreciate Davina’s positive portrayal of motherhood, and her emphasis on a natural approach.”
Davina McCall’s is one of the most high profile UK mums. Her children were all born at home and she’s even lent her weight to a campaign to promote home-births.
Brad Pitt’s position as top ranked Dad among women might have something to do with him being considered ideal husband too! He is, however, often seen out and about carrying a child in a baby carrier and he often speaks about his experience of fatherhood in interviews.
Barrack Obama, spent a long election campaign with wife, Michelle, and daughters, Malia Ann and Natasha, in tow. After being elected he wrote an open letter to his daughters with his hopes and aspirations for them and the country.
Top 10 Famous Mums:
Davina McCall
Katie Price (Jordan)
Myleen Klass
Angelina Jolie
Marge Simpson
Maria Von Trapp
Kate Winslett
Melinda Messenger
Charlotte Church
Sharon Osbourne
Top 10 Famous Dads:
Brad Pitt
Barack Obama
Gordon Ramsey
Tom Cruise
Steve Martin
Homer Simpson
Jonathon Ross
Billy Connolly
Chris Martin
Tony Blair
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