2008
DOI: 10.1017/s1138741600004121
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Variations on an old Theme: Maternity for Women with a Very Successful Professional Career

Abstract: In this study, relationships of middle-class women from Rio de Janeiro with their family and work are presented. A series of events during the 20 th century have changed woman's identity, previously centered on the roles of mother and wife, so that, there are now other options for women. Carioca girls are currently educated to compete, seek greater professional growth, and value their independence. However, some social discourses still reinforce women's former role the in the family. The notion that the mother… Show more

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