To what extent does fecundity hinder women’s potential development in the modern society and is fecundity inherently a concept separated from women
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This essay investigates how women’s potential for development in modern society has been hindered by associations with fecundity, arguing that fertility should be conceptualized separately from womanhood. It addresses the current challenges women face in the realms of economic value, family roles, and artistic representation, highlighting how patriarchal and capitalist structures confine women’s value primarily to their reproductive capacity. Despite the introduction of policies aimed at preventing discriminatory employment practices based on marital or reproductive status, women continue to face implicit marginalization in the workplace. The essay identifies a positive correlation between the frequency of childbirth and the incidence of domestic violence, suggesting a devaluation of women’s roles within households that stems from reducing their worth to fertility alone. Furthermore, a review of ancient artworks reveals a historical emphasis on women’s reproductive function, often at the cost of diminishing their individuality. Through a metaphysical perspective, the essay argues that fecundity is not inherently linked to womanhood and calls for broader social awareness and transformative changes to dismantle patriarchal structures that sustain this misconception.
DOI: 10.61173/byxkec30
Author: Yihan Shen
Language: English
Topic: Gender and Feminist Studies
Subfield: Gender Studies
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4405938426