In heterosexual marriages , the husband was traditionally regarded as the head of the household .
In heterosexual marriages , the husband was traditionally was expected to be the sole provider or breadwinner , a role that is still maintained in some cultures ( sometimes described as paternalistic ) .
In heterosexual marriages , the husband was traditionally regarded as the head of the household and was expected to be the sole provider or breadwinner , a role that is still maintained in some cultures ( sometimes described as paternalistic ) .