Caring for children

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Throughout Southeast Asia, but especially in highland farming areas, children of both sexes are considered precious and vulnerable. Adults and teens of both sexes and all ages generally enjoy caring for young children. They find it an amusing and relaxing task compared to the physical labor of farming. Southeast Asian men often spend some hours each day caring for their youngest children while their wives perform heavier farm tasks or household chores.

Learn more about Mai Chau, Vietnam, childcare, children, farming, highlanders, kids, men's work, and rural life.

Definitions

highland n.
A region of high altitude, such as in the mountains.

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