Research

Mom, please don't work so hard

Children whose mothers work part-time work are healthier than babies of women employed at full-time mothers or permanently residing in the house - shows the latest, published in early March survey of Australian scientists. The study of Australian and British scientists have not shown that mothers should not work, but that the state should support parents skillfully. The study of Australian and British scientists have not shown that mothers should not work, but that the state should support parents skillfully. 4.5 thousand tested. Australian preschool children. It turned out that children whose mothers worked only part of the week, less than other preschool eat unhealthy food and rarely watched television. Within two years of observation it was found that these children, were less overweight. The authors suggest that mothers employed part-time more than those who are employed full time or do not work, endeavor to actually spend time with their children. At homes where women work part-time, surrounded by children, parents care more and try more to protect them against negative factors to their health - says psychologist specializing in child development. They have little time to cook and rational nutrition of the family, as well as actively spending time with her - explains Professor Nicholson.