One problem is that the career paths set up at universities and corporations favours males. It is linear. If we shifted to a modular career path, something that zigged and zagged, women would find it more accommodating.

Also, a shorter work week would help. Men tend to identify themselves through work and that's why they prefer a 40 hour work week. However, life is not work alone. Certainly not if one has children or an elderly parent. (And as the Boomers age, the problem of eldercare will only increase.) Four six  hour days or three twelve hour days or whatever would go a long way to creating options for people who need to wear many hats.

Also, large companies and universities should have on-site day cares. There used to be an excellent one at the UofT. I'm not sure if it is still there as I recall the administration was eyeing the land for development when last I was there. It's very stressful for parents to have to do three-point commutes to drop off/pick up little ones.