Summary We apply German Mikrozensus data for the period 1996 to 2004 to investigate the employment status of mothers …. Specifically, we ask whether there are behavioral differences between mothers in East and West Germany, whether these differences … substantial differences in the employment behavior of East and West German mothers. German family policy sets incentives …

Purpose The undesirable effects of TV advertisements and general parenting responsibility propel mothers to monitor and … identify feeding practices used by Indian mothers through the Comprehensive Feeding Practices Questionnaire (CFPQ) developed by … data from 473 mothers of children aged four to 11 years from Punjab (India). Data were analysed using exploratory factor …

young first-time mothers and associated issues of complexity. Design/methodology/approach This paper used survey and semi …-structured field interviews with 39 young mothers (aged 15–23) from UK areas of multiple deprivations. Findings Participants reported …/value Evidences disadvantaged young mothers to have more extensive and complex information needs than previously understood, and …

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to invoke a consumer socialization approach to compare mothers and tween … the variables that predict how mothers and daughters respond to Pretty Brainy, an online clothing company that … Pretty Brainy brand web site and clothing. Findings – Mothers and daughters assigned similar degrees of importance to several …

food, entertainment and technology for entertainment and learning) that are most loved by mothers and/or children. Next, a …) are used by these brands loved by mothers and children. Findings – The results of this study indicate that functional cues …

results it has achieved. Findings – The paper reveals that, as a lack of confidence can be a barrier for mothers returning to … also wanted mothers to embrace the new skills they have likely acquired, as running a family and home combines many … run by mothers, for mothers – to publicize the program, which is part of the Mumsnet family‐friendly program for …

/implications Although mothers in the UK now experience strengthened legislation concerning maternity benefits and entitlements and there … understanding the complex issues faced by mothers in the workforce and providing appropriate organisational support.  …

(WFE) predicted burnout in working mothers using conservation of resources theory. The authors also examined whether these … relationships varied between sole and partnered working mothers. Design/methodology/approach – In total, 516 partnered and 107 sole … mothers in paid employment completed an online survey twice, six months apart. Findings – WFC was significantly positively …

, how green mothers incorporate this lifestyle into their consumption practices. Design/methodology/approach To address the … mothers’ greater concern about their own family’s health and safety, and a desire to reduce risk and gain some control over … motivations. Limitations include relatively small sample sizes. Practical/implications “Green mothers” are an important, emerging …

beyond concerns focusing solely on health and nutrition, this article unpacks how mothers seek to provide lunchtime food that … were conducted with 11 mothers who regularly prepare lunchboxes for their children aged between 9 and 11 years. Findings … – Mothers intend the food they provide to act as a leisure experience and a break from the pressures of school. Mothers …