I want to get back to work.

Re: I want to get back to work.

That’s fine. We’re all entitled to our opinions based on our personal experiences and observation. My mother worked full time when I was growing up and personally, I don’t feel I experienced any negative emotional affects as a result. This is one of those topics where there won’t be an agreement among the majority. That’s why OP needs to do what she and her husband feels is best for their specific situation.