Vignettes of mothering through the pandemic: A gendered perspective of challenges and making meaning of motherhood in India

Mazumdar, Ketoki; Sen, Isha; Parekh, Sneha

doi:10.1016/j.wsif.2021.102539

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“…The collective experience of having to stay under one roof during the lockdown and having limited movement provided ample opportunities to bond with children. This was even made obvious when mothers taught children with skills and competencies previously assigned to classroom teachers during the two-year closure of schools as reported in previous studies (Agaton & Cueto, 2021;Cahapay, 2021;Dargo & Dimas, 2021;Mazumdar et al, 2022;Serra-Labrador, 2022). The situation where roles in the household are delineated by gender exacerbated the physical and mental stress of mothers by balancing the household chores as well as adding instructional roles that were not unique to Filipino households (Clark et al, 2021;Gibbons et al, 2021;Mazumdar et al, 2022).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 87%

“…Although, emotionally valuable, networks could not increase economic or childcare needs. A report from India revealed that spouses assisted in doing household chores (Mazumdar, Sen, & Parekh, 2022). The pandemic has had economic impacts that have ultimately tested the network of relationships.…”

Section: Parental Involvement In Educationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The unexpected role as de facto teachers increased their domestic workload on childcare and homeschooling and added additional workload to working parents (Dargo & Dimas, 2021;Luaña, 2021;Zolondek, 2022). These countless changes took a toll on the physical and mental health of mothers (Clark et al, 2021;Gibbons, Fernández-Morales, Maegli, & Poelker, 2021;Mazumdar et al, 2022). Zolondek (2022) described them as "overworked, overstressed and overwhelmed.…”

Section: The Significance Of Distant Educationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The psychosocial significance of distant learning is vast because of the opportunities it provided to spend more time and discover new things to bond over with members of their family (Agaton & Cueto, 2021;Cahapay, 2021;Dargo & Dimas, 2021;Mazumdar et al, 2022) which led parents to know and understand the strengths and weaknesses of their children (Llames, 2021). In terms of instruction, the printed modular distance learning modality provided learners with equitable access to quality and relevant education during the COVID-19 pandemic (Talimodao & Madrigal, 2021).…”

Section: The Significance Of Distant Educationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Uncovering the Filipino mothers’ experiences in teaching young children during uncertain times through reflexive thematic analysis

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The present study examined the preparations made by 14 mothers to ensure that their children’s education was unhampered during the COVID-19 crisis and ready for face-to-face classes when permitted. The study used a reflexive thematic analysis of the face-to-face interviews with participants belonging to low-income families living in the central Philippines whose children used printed modules as teaching materials provided by the school. The study generated three themes: “realizing the gaps” (realizing that in-person campus-based instruction is better because distant learning is not effective); “filling in the gaps” (taking the lead in teaching the child at home and assisted by family and community members) and “getting back on track” (preparing children for face-to-face classes against the COVID-19). The study showed how Filipino parents particularly mothers kept their children in school despite pandemic-induced uncertainties, economic scarcities and social inequalities. The desire driven by the perceived benefits derived from education brought out the pathways to resourcefulness. This study draws attention to equal opportunities for learning across socio-economic statuses and a more inclusive delivery of instruction during a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

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