(I) Feminism has established beyond all doubt that a very few women find satisfaction except by working outside the home. (II) Many women regard motherhood as a time-consuming obstacle to the great joy of working outside home. (III) There are, however, plenty who contest this view. (IV) These value the time they spend with their children, and are aware that it teaches them patience and sensitivity and offers them a clue into their own pasts. (V) Moreover, because they have children, they feel a greater responsibility towards the future and the need to ensure the quality.