Generous child care policies cut 80% of 'motherhood penalty' for working mothers
binning Tuesday, February 03, 2026
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Denmark's comprehensive child care and parental leave policies significantly reduce the motherhood penalty, with working mothers experiencing an 80% decrease in the wage gap compared to non-mothers. These family-friendly policies help to support work-life balance and gender equality in the Danish labor market.
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