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Being a good mother does not call for the same qualities as being a good housewife a dedication to keeping children clea
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"Being a good mother does not call for the same qualities as being a good housewife; a dedication to keeping children clean and tidy may override an interest in their separate development as individuals"

- Ann Oakley

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In this quote, Ann Oakley highlights the distinction between being a great mom and being a great homemaker. She argues that the qualities needed for each function are not the very same. While a good homemaker may focus on keeping the kids clean and tidy, an excellent mother focuses on their specific development. This suggests that a mom's devotion to her children's well-being surpasses just their physical look and cleanliness. Instead, she values their development as special people with their own interests and characters. Oakley recommends that being a good mother involves nurturing and supporting her kids's uniqueness, instead of conforming to societal expectations of a best homemaker.

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Ann Oakley This quote is written / told by Ann Oakley somewhere between February 19, 1944 and today. She was a famous Sociologist from United Kingdom. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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