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There's a repression against mothers where we're expected…

“There's a repression against mothers where we're expected to be full-time workers and pretend we're not mothers, and then expected to be full-time mothers who pretend we're not working. Simultaneously, within the hours of the week that exist.” quote by Catherine Reitman
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“There's a repression against mothers where we're expected to be full-time workers and pretend we're not mothers, and then expected to be full-time mothers who pretend we're not working. Simultaneously, within the hours of the week that exist.”

Catherine Reitman

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Society pressures women to juggle full-time work and motherhood, creating impossible expectations and hidden strain.

In simple terms: Women face impossible work‑family expectations.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for realistic expectations.

Themes

gender roles work‑life balance societal pressure

Mood

frustrated hopeful

Type

social reflective

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • career planning
  • policy advocacy

Key Concepts

intersectionality time scarcity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can workplaces support mothers better?
  • What boundaries can you set?
A Different Perspective

Solutions may require systemic change beyond individual effort.

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