Some families rely on informal solutions such as extended family members, neighbors or older siblings to care for children. Others turn to private daycare centers, which are often expensive and inaccessible to low- and middle-income families. In limited cases, municipalities or workplaces may offer small-scale childcare services, but these options are not widespread or sufficient to meet demand. As a result, many women are forced to bring their children to work, reduce their working hours or leave the workforce entirely. These coping strategies highlight that while families are finding ways to manage, the underlying need for affordable and institutionalized child care remains largely unmet.
