Explore the complex impact of maternal employment on children’s well-being in “Mothers at Work” by Cambridge Studies in Social and Emotional Development. This essential read offers a comprehensive review of existing research and presents findings from a detailed study of 448 diverse families in the Midwest. Discover how a mother’s work status influences father’s involvement, parental well-being, and child-rearing practices, ultimately affecting the child. Analyzing data from mothers, fathers, children, teachers, and school records, this book provides an insightful look into urban family dynamics and coping strategies. Essential for parents, educators, and researchers interested in modern family life and child development.