Working Mom's Dilemma

During our parents' early days, it is typical that a family lives on one source of income alone. Usually, the father works for the family while the mom stays at home to take care of the children. But times have changed and it's becoming more and more difficult to make ends meet. Add to that the desire of women to become someone in the society other than staying at home. So moms nowadays work 5 or 6 days a week to augment their family income in the hopes of providing a better future for their children.

And I'm one of those moms. I enjoy being able to help provide for my baby but I'm faced with the dilemma that almost all working moms I think are encountering. Can my salary compensate to the times lost when I'm not at home taking care of Mikeila? Is it worth leaving your baby behind for 8-10 hours a day and only being able to spend quality time with them during weekends?

I don't have my final answers yet but to tell you the truth, I've been so close in giving up my work to become a full time mom & housewife. I feel that my baby needs me more than she needs my salary. She's only 10 months and this is a critical stage where majority of the behavior, attitude and brain development are forming. And I believe that I am the best teacher for that.

But on the other side of the fence, I need to consider a lot of things first. Can we still be financially stable if we live through one income alone? Can we provide a good financial future for Mikeila if I quit my job?


As you can see, more questions are popping up in every scenario which makes it more difficult. We have to weigh all the pros and cons and the benefits should outweigh the risks. I haven't made my decision yet, but if ever I did, I hope it is the correct one.

How about you? Are you facing the same dilemma as well? Would love to hear your thoughts.

Welcome!

This blog is not just about the baby products I sell online but will also serve as my canvass to express  my thoughts on motherhood and parenting. I don't know a lot since I'm a new mom to my baby Mikeila but I would love to hear other parents' encounters, tips & advise. Be free to post comments or inquiries related to the topics and I'll try my best to answer them.