Transitions to Parenthood in Europe - 9781847428639

Transitions to Parenthood in Europe analyzes and compares the biographies of mothers and fathers in seven European countries. Focusing on how working people negotiate the transition into parenthood—and the work-life balances it requires—the contributors provide an in-depth understanding of working parents’ real lives within a diverse set of national, workplace, and family contexts. With rich insights into how institutional policy and practices affect individuals and families, it highlights pertinent and sometimes challenging issues regarding the sustainability of contemporary lifestyles as people try to create a healthy, supportive home.

Informazioni bibliografiche

• Titolo del Libro in lingua: Transitions to Parenthood in Europe
• Lingua: English
• Autori :  Nilsen Ann (EDT) Brannen Julia (EDT) Lewis Suzan (EDT)
• Editore: Policy Pr
• Data di Pubblicazione: 15 Luglio '13
• Genere: SOCIAL SCIENCE
• EAN-13: 9781847428639