The Exploress
A Lady's Life in the 1920s, Part 3: A Thursday at Home
Oct 17, 2023
Explore the daily routines and experiences of housewives in 1920s America, including the decline in demand for servants. Learn about the influence of advertisers on women's emotions and the challenges faced by mothers. Discover the safety concerns for children and the changing expectations of mothers in the 1920s.
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- The 1920s saw a shift in the role of women in domestic labor, with women leaving domestic service jobs for better opportunities in factories.
- Advertisements in the 1920s exploited women's emotions and raised the bar for perfection in domestic labor, despite advancements in technology.
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Evolution of Domestic Labor
In the 1920s, the role of women in domestic labor underwent a significant shift. With a shortage of domestic servants and the rise of home economics, women were expected to take on household chores and childcare duties. Many women left domestic service jobs for more desirable opportunities in factories. The shift in society's view of domestic labor led to the professionalization of housekeeping, with home economists portraying it as a noble profession performed out of love for the family.
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