"maternal wall" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} maternal wall
  1. The biases and discrimination faced by working mothers or mothers seeking employment, often leading to career setbacks and hindering their progression. Wikipedia link: maternal wall Related terms: bamboo ceiling, glass ceiling, rainbow ceiling Translations (Translations): paredão da maternidade [masculine] (Portuguese)
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