Quote by Jane Pauley

Most of us in the baby-boom generation were raised by full-time mothers. Even as recently as 14 years ago, 6 out of 10 mothers with babies were staying at home. Today that is totally reversed. Does that mean we love our children less than our mothers loved us? No, but it certainly causes a lot of guilt trips.

Most of us in the baby-boom generation were raised by full-t

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This quote highlights the changing dynamics of childcare over generations. It acknowledges that in the past, many baby boomers were raised by stay-at-home mothers, while now the majority of mothers work outside the home. The quote suggests that this societal shift does not reflect a lack of love for children but can lead to feelings of guilt among working parents. It conveys the idea that societal changes have influenced parenting norms and expectations, leading to complex emotions regarding the balancing act between work and parenthood.

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