quit working for kids

[noor321]

Re: quit working for kids

@Gemini_the_Great

I went back to work when my son was 8 weeks old and worked until he was about 20 months old. I couldnt think of letting go of my career but then circumstances changed, we had to move for my husband’s job and I decided to take a break for my children. BEST DECISION EVER!

Now mind you, I had a very family friendly job.. my son could come to work occassionaly for couple of hours, I could leave anytime if I had to or I would stay home if he wasnt feeling well.. my boss always told me that family comes first so I had no pressure and enjoyed working while parenting as well.

However, when I stayed home with my son, I noticed quite a few things about him that I had no idea about.. I learned more about his personality.. he was chatting up a storm within couple of weeks..we went to libraries, play ground, shopping etc and I am quite satisfied with how he turned out to be.. It was the critical learning age for him and I am glad I decided to stay at home.. it made a significant difference in our life.

and yes I miss career, i miss dressing up and going to work, I miss being “authority” as my job required, I miss adult interaction, but I have found a nice group of ladies in the community who have toddlers and we are starting play dates, girls night out, and I am taking an online course so it all balances out, alhamdulillah! and yes I do plan to return to work in a few years!

remember you work for yourself/family and you qill be staying at home for yourself and your immediate family.. dont give a second thought about what people will say or think.. this is your life and you make decisions for yourself! You will have good and bad days but good days outweigh the number of bad days

Wow your employers were so nice. I think you explain it nicely that everything can be done, just that some things can be paused for a little while.