Woman and work: the history of life of nursing professionals who are also mothers

Authors

  • Thelma Spindola Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro; Faculdade de Enfermagem
  • Rosângela da Silva Santos Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro; Escola de Enfermagem Anna Nery

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692003000500005

Keywords:

women, women's work, nursing

Abstract

This study focused on the life of women who are both mothers and nursing professionals, applying the method of life history. The goals were: to describe the every day life of these professionals; to identify the influence of the profession on these women and to analyze the perception of this reality based on their history of life. Data partial analysis showed that the profession interferes in women's lives, considering their type of activity, and that quite often it changes deeply the family's daily routine. Women pointed out that their extremely hard working days cause tiredness and stress. Authors concluded that although women value their career, they are overburdened with the amount of functions, pointing out the importance of the husbands' role sharing the family daily routine.

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Published

2003-10-01

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 5 (2003)

Section

Original Articles

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How to Cite

Woman and work: the history of life of nursing professionals who are also mothers. (2003). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 11(5), 593-600. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692003000500005