Whether this would be viewed as a high status job over the next few years. Laura's dad received a job offer with a higher salary but it is in a different state. Helen is 35 years old, works full time, is married and has three children. Work may bring more resources like money into the household, but work takes away resources like time and energy from home life. Work usually has a negative impact on home life because people become more involved in their jobs and less involved with their families.
More day care is available.
More household services are available. Family communication has changed. Eating habits have changed. Responding aggressively when faced with conflict. The skills learned in the home might be useful, but only if you are going into service jobs like maintenance, child care, or food service.