Women's Work Patterns: A Time Allocation Study of Rural Families in St. Lucia

This time-budget study aims to contribute to our understanding of the lives of Caribbean rural women by documenting the productive and reproductive work patterns of women in the rural community of Saltibus. It highlights the effects that socio-economic status (class) and women's life-course stage have on time allocation to such activities. The sequence, rationales and household decision making are also described. The study concludes with some implications for development policies and recommendations for development planners.