Career

Hi, I'm a mom of 1 atm. Husband and I talk about having another. We are both career oriented. Most parent responsibilities fall on me. I love being a mom but it gets challenging to balance motherhood, work and home life. My husband basically told me if we have another child I'd have to sacrifice my career since he has alot more growth and monetary potential. Not sure how I feel about it...

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What were his reasons? Family values? Financial?

Financially - he makes more than I do and has a lot more potentially financially than I could. He says my work is too intense and I don't get rewarded enough. Especially compared to him since we have similar backgrounds. So, if I want a job, I need something more flexible which will allow me to take care of the kids while he is the bread winner.

Hey Mama, I feel you. balancing it all is no joke. It sounds like you’ve got a lot to think about, esp since most of the parenting already falls on you. Maybe sit down with your husband and talk through what you want, too, not just his career growth. Could you find ways to get help if you have another like childcare or a lighter workload? At the end of the day, it’s gotta feel right for you, not something you’re pushed into. You’ve got this!

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