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The Economic Imperative of Affordable Childcare

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The Economic Barriers of Childcare: Impact on Women in the Workforce

This chapter discusses the high cost of childcare as an economic barrier for women in the workforce, forcing many to choose between work and staying at home. It explores the impact on the gender wage gap and declining birth rate, emphasizing the need to invest in care infrastructure and support working parents. The conversation also highlights employers' lack of consideration for employees' childcare problems and the importance of implementing family-friendly policies.

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