Are you a dedicated stay-at-home mom who thrives on daily time with your children? Or do you prefer a busy work schedule? Maybe you're somewhere in between. I've never swung to extremes, deliberately choosing to prioritize my kids. I shifted from part-time office work to home-based freelancing during school hours, allowing me to be fully present otherwise. It's an immense privilege, though not without its challenges.
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A year and a half ago, I worked outside the home a few days weekly, with my kids in daycare or after-school care. Now, I work from home, picking them up daily from school. My youngest attends preschool three mornings a week, which I use for focused work—along with many evenings. As a self-employed professional, I control my schedule flexibly. Afternoons bring me back fully as their devoted mom. This lifestyle offers clear benefits and drawbacks, drawn from my firsthand experience.
Here are the profound upsides for our family:
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Of course, every upside has trade-offs—mostly personal for me. The kids thrive from my presence, though they might tire of my reminders! 😊
Still, I'm grateful beyond words. Balancing work I love with full presence lets me nurture my three kids into confident adults—hoping they still want Mom around!
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