Myself Need Advice

Updated on April 09, 2008
C.V. asks from El Paso, TX
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I recently quit my job, a well paying, great job, to stay home with my babies. Im happy with the decision I made, but I cant help but wonder if that was selfish on my part. Now my family is going to be a little strapped for money, and all of the resposibilty now falls on my husband. Really, I just want someone to tell me that everything is going to be okay...right?

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L.S.

answers from San Antonio on

Selfish on whose part... the children who will get to spend every day with their mother and learn more than going to daycare, you for having to teach your children, do the laundry, keep the house clean, and make sure everyone is okay or your husband who love to see his wife happy and the children well taken care of.
Do you understand? It's a sacrifice of your self to stay home and take extra care of your children that no other will be able to give.
We have done this for three years and to tell you the truth I wouldn't have done it any different. Yet I do want to go work on the weekends b/c I'm so frustrated at home right now. I do know being home is the best thing but I feeling guilty for every decision I make. That part of being a mother... right?
Good Luck and Enjoy your time right now.
L.
PS I also have a 9yr old and stay home most of the time before he started school then start home full time after having my DD five year later.

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L.S.

answers from Houston on

C.,

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Thank you,
L.
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A.J.

answers from Killeen on

IMO i think your kids would rather look back on their childhood and have memories of you being there for them all the time versus having memories of you coming home from work exhausted and not having as much time to spend with them. i think kids would rather have quality time with mom and dad playing with a big cardboard box than having lots of expensive toys but no one to play with them
i guess what i'm trying to say is yes it's a big sacrifice if you're giving up extra money, but i think you will find that it's a good investment
there are also many ways to save money so that you can still have family vacations and those little extras every month. it just takes lots of self-discipline and a good budget

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J.F.

answers from Austin on

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M.T.

answers from Austin on

C.,
You are doing something that most working moms would love to do! I wish I could be strong enough to make that sacrifice myself. Eventually, your boys will grow old enough to be in school full time and you can go back to work while they are in class. At this age, most kids don't need much...just a few clothes, some food, and lots of love and care from their parents. You are providing just that!

I know you mention being strapped for money... aren't we all! My husband just told me about this website he heard about on some news show. The website is called thegrocerygame.com
I checked it out and it is a great site for saving money on groceries. It cost a few bucks, but you get the scoop on ALL the deals at the grocery stores using the in-store coupons and the Sunday paper. He told me this could be a great way for us to save alot more money on groceries. Anyways, just thought you might benefit from it too :)

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M.M.

answers from Abilene on

Hi C.,
You are not being selfish at all....You made the ultimate sacrifice as a mother!!
I do know that you cut your income in half and money is running short and I would sooooooo LOVE to show you how you can supplement your husbands income if not totally replace it so he can be home with you and your kids.
Please send me a message so I can share all the details with you as soon as possible, because you don't want to miss out on the promotion that is going on this month....message me today to get started today.
Peace & Blessings,
M.

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C.O.

answers from Brownsville on

I didn't sign a teaching contract this year to stay home with my two little ones. I am so thankful to be the one to make their breakfast, lunch and dinner...I bathe them, clean their bottoms, dress them, dance and play with them, read books, get them ready for their naps...

For ME...it is the greatest feeling to know what they are doing and saying and learning nearly all the time. Yes, you have moments of frustration...doing "mommy stuff",but I wouldn't want it any other way at this time.

Money is tight, I am used to having my own paycheck spending what I want and paying my own bills...totally different right now, but that is the sacrifice we are willing to make at this time, and I will never regret it.

Just think of all the moments you can share with your children and teach them. My little girl can't wait to do her "school work" and her song of the week and letter study and science lesson...all with mommy.

C.

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D.P.

answers from San Antonio on

C. V.,

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