Funny--because there are lots of women lamenting the loss of their career because they are penalized for childbirth whereas men are rewarded. The US doesn't even have parental leave! Most countries have a year. Affordable child care and preschool are also answers to the dilemma you posed. Being a mother is not a job; it's a relationship. You can walk and chew gum at the same time. Adults should be able to do that.