Gendered ironies in home care: surveillance, gender struggles and infantilisation (original) (raw)

This paper explores the complexities of gender roles within home care services, emphasizing how societal ideals of maternal responsibility continue to shape the experiences of mothers receiving such care. It highlights the surveillance and infantilization present in these services, which often undermine women's autonomy and reinforce problematic gender dynamics. The findings illustrate that while some women find positive aspects in short-term home care assistance, many experience ongoing struggles for authority and recognition as caregivers within their households.