Business Quote by Arlie Russell Hochschild
“As motherhood as a "private enterprise" declines and more mothers rely on the work of lower-paid specialists, the value accorded the work of mothering (not the value of children) has declined for women, making it all the harder for men to take it up.”
About This Quote
When mothering becomes commodified, its intrinsic value drops, making it harder for men to assume caregiving roles.
In simple terms: Commodifiedified mothering loses value, hindering men’s caregiving.
Key Takeaway
Address the devaluation of caregiving work.
Themes
gender
caregiving
economics
social norms
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
sociological
policy
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- family support programs
- public awareness campaigns
Key Concepts
value theory
labor market dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could restore value to caregiving?
- How can societies encourage men to take on caregiving roles?
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