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Finding a balance with parenting |
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by ckelly  (November 2006) (rank 169th) |
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Before I got pregnant I never wanted to be an at-home-mum (to be honest I wasn’t all that fussed about been a mother either). Once I had my child my choice to go back to work ultimately came down to a financial decision. I went back to work when
my child was six weeks old. I was lucky enough to have a wonderful extend family support network, the two Nana’s took care of my son until he was seven month and then he started Daycare (which he loves and I am lucky enough to have the center in the same building as I work).
I work full time (Leaving home at 8am and not getting back until 7pm), I volunteer as a leader for a local Girl Guide Unit (girls aged 5-10yrs) which involves weekly meetings, about 3-4hours planning/getting activity supplies ready, a once a term outing and a weekend camp once/twice a year. I have a husband who although he does most of the cooking the rest of his house skills could use a little work. Oh and in between all that I also bath/dress/ get ready for daycare/clean up after/feed/get ready for bed - my son. Basically like every other mother I am a busy person. But I love it (mostly).
Either way it doesn’t matter what choice you have made for you family, if its working full time, part time, being an at home mum (or dad). Finding a balance of what works for your family is the most important thing. Don’t worry about what you think others expect from you, if what you want is the right choice for you and your family DO IT. If something isn’t working for your family - Don’t be afraid to change direction and try something new. Finding a balance is a bit of trial and error.
Most of all Love your family, love the lifestyle you can create and have as much fun with your children as you can
