The author shares her trajectory and experience as a mother and professional in Brazil and in Germany, presenting the pros and cons of the social models in these two countries. Based on extensive bibliographic research, her impressions and concerns are sustained by several publications. Nadiane shares feelings of guilt, exhaustion and professional frustration, which affect most of those who wish exercise responsible and conscious parenting, while struggling to keep their professional careers.

Her research shows that the ends don’t always meet and the long-dreamed of life-work balance becomes just a fallacy, especially for women who are still responsible for most household chores and childcare. The data show that this imbalance is not limited to the borders of Brazil and Germany, but spread across several other countries, making it a global issue. The author proposes an avant-garde model in favor of a more balanced professional and personal life and of a healthier and more just society with true gender equity.

The book encourages debate and breaking paradigms.