It is here (Sweden), and I think the two most important factors are: 1. Paternity leave 2. Child care facilities Paternity leave is important to break the ste

It is here (Sweden), and I think the two most important factors are: 1. Paternity leave 2. Child care facilities Paternity leave is important to break the stereotype that mothers are the ones who have to sacrifice their careers to stay at home and care for the family. Widely available child care allow both parents to work as much as they need. Anecdotal evidence from the senior staff I know here at the University says that male professors don't have stay-at-home wives, and female professors have kids (with no noticeable difference compared to the rest of society).