I totally agree that no one else at the workplace should be expected to change their workschedule because a parent wants a different one. It's rude to expect that and completely unfair. I don't think you should be given the 3rd degree. Single people should be given "mental health" days just as parents get time off because of the kids.
I believe there is no harm in asking if you would be willing to change your schedule but there should be no hard feelings if you simply don't want to.
Don't blame this one on the kids though. There are responsible people and there are irresponsible people. Those people who are taking off all the time for the kids are probably the ones that would be taking "sick" days and then be seen in the mall. Kids are just an excuse for this. I can recall 2 times hubby has stayed home in the past year because our daughter was sick. Both times it was because I was sick as well and unable to do everything myself. He doesn't take off just because she gets a cough. Granted I'm a SAHM but that shouldn't make a big difference. She would be in daycare if he was single.
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Originally posted by aurigus
Those mommy with kid handicap spots sound like a croc. I've never seen them before; I hope they stay on the west coast!
And, well to all those complaining; life isn't fair. It's the way things have been for all eternity 
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There were some spots like that at ONE grocery store where we used to live. They were a godsend when I was recovering from a c-section and taking care of an infant at the same time. With children that can walk on their own and parents who aren't recovering from major surgery - well I personally wouldn't use the spots now and I would leave them for those that really need them. It's a matter of consideration for others and self-responsibility.
So many people lack any sense of responsibility now adays.
Don't give in and if they push you - go over their heads and complain about discrimination. It's not fair to you or anyone else for them to think they can do this.