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I read on a random site the other day about jobs for moms and how a SAHM that goes back to work is not just looking for money or busywork but purpose. We feel like we need to have a REALLY good reason to leave our child(ren) in daycare. I can totally relate! I feel like if I decide to go back it will have to be a great job that I actually look forward to doing or else I will become a guilt-ridden crazy person.
It's a big decision and I have to pick my poison soon.
Any advice??
I went back to work after my maternity leave ended, both times (9 and 7 weeks respectively). I am blessed to be able to work from home two days a week, so I have the best (and worst) of both worlds. I find telecommuting to be challenging, but it's given me more time with my kids than other working parents.
ReplyDeleteBeing tied to my laptop and managing the kids isn't easy, but, the good days are really good days, and it's rewarding all around.
In the end, it's all about what's best for you and your family. For our family, we need both incomes. I'm not sure I'd make a good SAHM, so I'm pretty pleased with our current arrangement.
Good luck, whatever you decide!
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