Working Mum Quit Job to look after children..

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Hi, presently Im a working mum and is going to quit my job to look after my 2 children, boy and girl age 2.4 and 4 years old.

The reason is because we have given up on the idea of maid looking after our children. She is totally a disappointment. We have no intention of changing maid as this maid is the 3rd one already. We believed even if we change another new one, the attitude and problem still remain. So my husband requested me to stop work to look after children myself. As such, I will become a wife/mum/teacher/maid with no income.

Although I really wish to look after my children but at the same time I hesitate, wondering can I cope with all these daily house activities eg. send & fetch them from school in the morning, marketing, cooking, washing, cleaning and educate them etc. I have been working all the while, can I adapt to these changes?

Could someone please advise?
 


hi wondermum
it is definitely not easy to take care of housework and childcare at one go. maybe you can have a maid, but, your maid will be doing the cleaning and washing (and cooking) and you supervise, isn't it better?

I have 3 kids, 0, 3, 4. I sometimes, could not do any housework at all, if my children wakes up earlier than i do, because once they are up, it is endless work already.
 
Wondermum
It's going to be a BIG sacrifice. Before you rush into it, you have to prepare yourself mentally as it is going to be 24/7 job with no salary, incentive, leave etc.

The consolation is YOU are there for your children and hopefully they turn out to be fine and responsible people...that's your reward at the end of the day.

I was a SAHM for the 1st 3 yrs of my girl's life and I almost lose my sanity as I was not prepared for it. Thinking and doing it is a world of difference.

I managed to return to the workforce last year and it has been one year already. Now, I'm contemplating going back to my SAHM role as I feel that my girl is not receiving much learning opportunities as my MIL who's illiterate cannot educate her and MIL has other grand children under her care.

It's chicken and egg story.....still thinking real hard here.
 
Hi WonderMum,

Think about this, who are the maids? they are usually the less well educated and probably look upon your kids as the owner. The maid will probably serve them like kings and queens. Is it good for kids to be so well served at their tender age? It may make them used to always having things their way. Also, your kids are not the maid's, how much care and concern will she put in?

No doubt giving up your job would mean a great reduction in family income.

Which would you rather choose?

1. Buying things of a cheaper brand, eating at hawker / food court rather than restaurants but giving your kids the best upbringing. The kids will be filial to you and always have you in their heart.

2. Better off, eat at restaurants and buying branded goods but always having to worry about the kids, and they don't seemed to be bothering much about you.

There are things that money can't buy.

If you do decide to quit your job and take care of them, focus on cultivate moral values, rather than ability in your kids. It will go a long way in helping them live a fulfilling life.

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All the best.
 
Hi WonderMum,
I stopped working to look after our #3 too,
but I'll be returning to work once he hit 18mths to go child care center.
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Every thought of putting them into 7am-7pm center,
so that you can carryon to work?
 
Actually I think only you yourself will know the answer. One cannot assume that just because the mother cared for the child personally means that the child will be filial. There are plenty of cases where that is not the case. Also, compared to our parents' generations, our grandparents' generations are mostly stay at home mothers, and you can't say that our parents' generation all turned out filial. Same for our parents compared to us. In the end, its your own unique situation so do what you think is best. I was a SAHM, I don't think my kid turned out any better than other kids her age whose mothers went back to work after 3 months (old maternity leave system)
 
There are many children I see whose parents work full time and they still have a good relationship with their parents. I think what's important is that you try to connect with them after work and on weekends instead of just ferrying them from one enrichment to another. Of course, as a SAHM, the opportunities come by easily as time is less of a factor.
 
I'm new SAHM too. It isn't easy especially if you'd been holding on to a steadily climbing career with good prospects. The pressure from peers, sometimes subconscientious mockery from friends, all makes your daily chores take a further grind. But, ultimately, it's your own values and what you hold most dear to you; is it the sense of fulfilment at assisting and witnessing your child reaching every milestone, or is it good enough to know that your child is cared for by a good caregiver at the same time being at peace with yourself as you're satisfied that you can go ahead with realising your ambition. There's no right and wrong choices, but only the one choice that gives you family harmony. If you are ill at ease with either of the decision, ultimately your family suffers. Since we were once children ourselves, honestly, I do not think that any of us remembered how and who held our hands to guide our first steps. Hence eventually, all the sacrifice that one made in the name of for the goodness of the child, really, it may not be that significant afterall. Children do learn to adapt. Babies, even better. Make good decision for the benefit of your family, not just the child, that you will not regret.
 
i also gave up my career for my boy. many said i am plain lazy. but i noe, deep down that i am insisting on breastfeeding, insisting on attachment parenting.
it's all for the sake of my son. irregardless of what ppl say, i dun care. cause i noe, my son is happy. i get to see every single growth & development of his.
his first steps, first words, first foods... first everything.
i do not want to be a mom who never see what happens to my kid. and in a twinkle of an eye, they are all grown up with their own circle of friends.
i have friends or colly who complain their kid wants everything. hp/mp3/psp. they give in to all their whims cause they feel guilty for not being there for them when they were younger. so they think $ can compensate everything.
in the end, what type of kids do they raise? kids who ask for $$ everyday? kids who go out with their friends during wkdays/wkends. and not bother abt their own parents?

a real life senario - my MIL & BIL. she regretted working so hard that she nv cared abt his feelings all those yrs. only know how to leave $ on his study table for school.
whatever he wants, she give. now?
my BIL - school dropout. 23yrs working in a coffeehouse. earning $1k per mth. no certs. smoker..
 
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I fully support what EASY said. Whether you are a full-time or working mom, spend every minute with your family in a meaningful manner.

It puzzles me that so many parents spend on strollers, baby items when kids are bb and then when they can most enjoy playtime with parents, these toddlers are sent for enrichment classes.

It's not how much $$ you earn or have given up earning. The focus should be on the quality of time spent with the child. Everyone only goes through childhood once. For me (full-time mom), it's worth sacrificing the 'loss' of pay and putting up with sneers because what matters is that my kid is happy and growing well.

Personally I don't regret the career-miss at the moment. It's a privilege to be able to be there for the child 24 hours. I take it as a break rather than opportunities-lost.

Keep up the great work, ladies
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Hi Mommies, check with ya...if after maternity leaves (4 mths over), go back to work on first day, can one tender immediately? Any consequences to face?
 
lifeis,
you still have to complete your notice-in-lieu period after you tender.
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After this, no one will dare to employ woman of child bearing age already... :p
 
hi

lifeis

i did tender my resignation on the first day icame back from work after my maternity leave at that tym 3 years agao it was only 3 months for maternity leave.

there wasnt any consequences that i had to face.
i had called up HR department to enquire during my maternity leave.

maybe u should check out with ur HR deparment.

thnks
have a great day
 
Hi mummies glad to know a thread like this.

Me 2 had quitted my job after no. 3. I had to much problems with all the domestic helpers that i had. 6 helpers in 8 years. Only 1 the best the rest had affairs with bangladeshi workers.

The recent helper actualy had a tryst in my house while i was out working when my 2 younger kids were asleep.

God is great hence my hubby and me caught her red handed.

I am now a sahm. eventhough now everything has to do on my own and even cooking seperate meals for kids and hubby.
i now enjoy it as i do not have to think abt work.

Financialy it has been o.k. Whatever hubby gives me is ennuff for the househod and kids.
Now we only take hoidays to batam and malaysia.
2 boys are still having their religious classes.

No matter what , god has given me these angels and with deep and greatest strength i will care and nourish them.
 
I think there should be no problem with quitting after the maternity leave. Just have to face the consequence that there WILL be peers blabbering behind your back on how you take advantage of the maternity leave. Whatever it is, just let the company know of your final decision early enough. At least do not burn the bridge.
 
Lifeis,

Quitting after mat leave should have no prob, and you might not even have to serve notice if you have enough leave to offset. Have a col who did that. Work wise should be min disruption cos someone had been in charge of your work for the past 3-4 months. I agreed with what others have said, let your bosses and peers know of your decision earlier so that they can be prepared. Or you can neg for long unpaid leave of absence until you are ready to work.

You have your reason to quit after the mat leave - maybe there's no one taking care of the baby, maybe you are just not feeling good enough to return back to work...nobody has the right to judge you, so you do what you need to do.

SAHM is the least appreciated and respected role, at least I feel so in singapore. But no caregiver will give as much love as a mother, right? Lucky - you find a good caregiver, and your kid will grow up per normal as others. Unlucky - like those in the news - baby shaken until head injury/ or half blind, toddler being verbally abused by maid.

Focus on getting well first and looking after your newborn, while you sort out the work issue. All the best.
 
Hi, was looking for a thread like this...

I'm currently pregnant and was doing contract work previously but now staying at home waiting for my baby's birth since no one will hire pregnant lady.

Am thinking of being a SAHM after having my baby as financially my hubby can support me and baby. Of course, will have to be more prudent in spending. Plus, hubby is supportive of me being a SAHM. Also, I don't have many choices as my MIL is not suitable to take care of baby and my own parents have passed away
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However, I do feel peer pressure and from relatives who think there is really no need to give up career to take care of baby since there is infant care etc. Somehow, society views SAHM as low value and think it's lazy and unproductive to be a SAHM. Moreover, I have a degree and had a very good pay with good prospects (but I don't love my job). People always give you the shocked look and say 'aiyoh so wasted' or tell you to look for nanny when you suggest to be a SAHM.

Plus I do feel my esteem being affected when I go out with my lawyer, doctor, professional friends and they discuss about their career and I have none.

Will I regret being a SAHM??
 
koko7,
since you do not love your job in the first place,
why not treat it as a break?
When your hubby is most supportive, there's no need to care for other's comments.
It's always fine to return to workforce when your child is older.

WE HAVE A CHOICE.
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koko7, my situation is exactly like yours.
currently pregnant and not working now. Considering to be SAHM after baby is born. But everyone who knows it always say so wasted. I used to earn twice more than my hb, had very good degree too and extremely good career prospect. I also feel my esteem being affected when i met my ex college or friends sometime.

But I decided to look after my baby for sometime before i decide to do 1-2 days work later after she is a bit older. I think noone can take care our child better than the mother.

I met one mummy who also spent most of her time working and now the children is already teenager, and had no respect for her at all. She is very sad, and now her relationship with her husband also goes sour..and her children also never support her cos they think she didn't love her. It's very sad for her..cos she think she had done her best to love her children. Even after tiring work every day..she is still cooking dinner for them. She told me I can always earn money when my children is older, at least when they goes to school.

It's true we have a CHOICE..
 
Mummies
if you have problems socialising with your uppity friends or simply have no common interest/grounds, maybe its time to find a new circle of friends. It's useless trying to keep up to their career-shop talk and feel down.

For those who gave up their career regardless of their high qualification for their kids - KUDOS to you. And to be a full-time mum without help - you ladies are super mummies.
 
It is not easy to be a mum. To be a mum need to sacrifice. Alot of time for children, household, running errands, marketing....all the no ending chores. Even giving up time to go shopping or going out with friends. But at the end of the time you will find fullfillment. When you look at your children you will be smiling becos they are happy and eating healthy. Mother's Day is coming, you will know that WE as MOTHER will be appreciate.
 
Hi dear mummy

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being a sahm is the last resort for me coz i really hope to have a balance between work and family, but looks like i may have to take this path as well.

i rather look after them myself if no other family members can help me.
 
Hi! I have just quit my job to take care of my girls 4 years old. We used to have a maid for 3 years but she suddenly decided want to go back. I have no time to train a new & reliable one. so I have to take a break. I have a degree holder. Also face comments from relatives & friends that it is a pity to be housewife...in a dilemma.
 
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Hi I'm new to this forum and wanted to share my views. XianXin I know how you feel. I quit my job after my first child. But after 8 months, I felt frustrated as I missed corporate life and my parents in law and some friends also felt it was not a good idea. I struggled with it for some time, before deciding to return to work.

Now I am still working full time and have 2 kids. We have a maid to help and the older one is in childcare. Younger one not yet as we still feel he's too young, so my parents help to take care of him. Sometimes I wish I didnt go back to work. But it's a struggle. With two incomes, things are much easier. I still think about this and considering if I should find part time work. Dilemma too!
 
I join this thread since i was pregnant. And now my baby is already 7 month old and I am happy SAHM now. For the first few months, I keep thinking of going back to work. But now..i really enjoy my baby and my life at home. True there are times I feel really lonely, but seeing her growing healthy and happy is enough for me.

Financially is very tough with one income, but we manage to pull through by saving here and there. I will feel very sad to miss my baby's moment right now and let the maid to look after her. At least for some of you there is still parent or parent in law to help. For me, there is NO ONE help except my husband when he come home. No break, but enjoying every moment. I think it's important to understand why we make this decision. There are much more value than just financial reason. I am MBA graduated from overseas. Earning twice than my husband. But i have no regret at all with my decision now. This moment will be something that i look back fondly someday.

I read one book "How Smart is Your Baby", from Glenn Doman. Pls read this book from the library, then you will understand why its so important for our baby to be with their mother for the first 6 years of life.
 
Thanks anmaria. I am quite inspired by what you and other SAHMs have shared. Both hubby and I earning decent income and we don't spend alot. No lavish lifestyle. So if I were to quit full time work, we can still manage. I've discussed with hubby and he's quite supportive but also apprehensive.

I guess I'm afraid of losing my financial independence and also losing touch with the 'real world'. But at the same time, I really want to spend more time with the kids. But I know that I need to be very sure before I make the decision. I don't want to end up feeling resentful. Sometimes I feel like such a bad mum...
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Hi! Bananarama, I have gone through my first week of housewife life. Kind of struggling in housework coz already good life for 3 years with maid. Meeting few mummies in my girls' kindergathen, they are mostly aunties with less education. I am still thinking whether I have made the correct decision coz my girls were also happy when they were with maid last time. Think, I need more time to switch my mind set.

Anmaria, I must salute to you. Think I have not gone through my 'struggling' period yet. Hope I will appreciate more in future.
 
Hi mummies ..
life is never easy as a sahm. juggling with kids, housechores..
if i can elaborate..
sigh..
with not even my husband's help.. worse..
looking at my 3 kids 8, 4 and 2 i have never regretted looking back..

its been a year plus dat i gave up my fulfilling job as a staff nurse..

i take one step at a time..n pray to god to give me the strength, patience and tolerance in going thru this..
with the all mighty help i believe my kids wil all go the right path.

all the way stay at home mummies..
i believe in u..
 
I also salute us mums who made a wise decision to be with our kids. Its better for their development later in life. I've always appreciated my mum for her sacrifice as well. But her advise is still for us ladies to be independent financially. So, I've started my own weight management consultancy business with a team of medical professionals and also other mums..and I really hope to be able to have more stay at home moms to team up and have a great home based business that you can build for your children. You can take your own time to build this, I usually spent like 2-4hrs daily to meet clients, some come over to my house for their consultation. I'm expanding and really looking for highly capable and qualified mums with big DREAMS to join me. I'd love to give this gift to all of you, if you are keen, do join me, otherwise, its ok, you can carry on with your own plans...there's really nothing to lose. PM me!
 
let me share with you some writing from Glenn Doman (writer and creator of 'baby can read')for all mothers who have decided to be SAHM..it might give you some strength to go through this period.

"There are 2 main underlying assumptions. The first is that baby's needs are primarily physiological and emotional. The second is that baby's development is triggered by the ringing of a series of genetically preset alarm clocks that go off on schedule regardless of what does or does not happen to him. THESE ASSUMPTION ARE FALSE.

It is also because of these false assumptions that modern babies are being raised by accident instead of on purpose. That is a great shame because the growth and development of the human child is much too important to be left to chance.

It is also because of these false assumptions that mothers have increasingly been persuaded, against their better judgment, to let their babies be cared for by others.

A baby's natural, inborn human potential is enormous.

If it were true that babies simply need to be fed and changed and cuddled a bit, and nothing more, then society could safely put babies together like so many little sheep with one caretaker for many babies. This model was in fact established and used by the Soviets.

But babies are not little sheep. It is true that they have physiological and emotional needs, but beyond these they have enormous neurological needs as well. This neurological needs is the need of the brain for stimulation and opportunity.

When this neurological needs are fully met, the child's physical and intellectual abilities are enhanced. If on the other hand, the baby's neurological needs are not met, and if barriers that may stop or slow brain growth and development are not noticed and eliminated, the child will not achieve that enormous natural human potential.

Every baby arrives equipped with a mother - there is good reason for that. Every mother, whether she is new to the job or highly experienced, has a marvelous ability and opportunity to observe her baby, and then to act intuitively based on her observations.

ON HER WORST DAY SHE WILL DO THIS BETTER WITH HER OWN BABY THAN MOST OTHERS WOULD DO ON THEIR BEST DAYS.

However, the modern mother faces a very large problem: her own possible extinction.In this world she is often told that her baby is better off in a nursery than in her arms.
 
Thanks for the encouraging words. I also believe that children who are look after by their mothers (or fathers) are most blessed.

I know being a SAHM is all worth it, even if there are some days that you feel it is such a struggle. I have friends who are SAHM, some who are working full time, and some working part time. So I hear all the different sides. And I myself also was SAHM for 8 months.

But I think the problem was I wasn't ready. I still felt I was young, wanted to achieve more in my career. So I got frustrated. I believe I made the right decision at that time. I went back to work, felt happier with myself, and also tried to spend as much time as I can with my boys. I'm lucky I have an understanding boss who agree to cut down my overseas trips.

Now I think I feel more prepared. My older boy is 4 and the younger is 2. I want to spend more time with them before they start primary school, and also so I can help them with school work.

I have decided to talk with my boss next month about working 3 days a week starting from next year. If she's not agreeable, then I will have to consider what to do. I'm not yet mentally prepared to quit totally. So if the 3 day week cannot happen, then I will quit this job and do part time work. I feel quite happy with this decision and I'm excited to spend more time with my boys!
 
Hi anmaria, sorry for that. I've changed my profile setting. Anyways, I've PM you as well.

Thanks for that sharing, I agree with the article that you shared. I believe we can make a better impact on our kids with our presence. I also believe tht we can encourage our children to do well in life by being a good example to them. I'm really keen to converse with mothers here with the same mindset.
 
Given a choice, I will be a SAHM. But in actual fact, its very hard to survive on a single income, thus I am still working and trying to save up to be a SAHM.
 
Also very true Kiko! That was one of the reasons why I was hesitant. It means cutting back on certain expenses. And that's also why I can't quit work totally. Living in Singapore is getting expensive!
 
Hi anmaria, that seem very true.. i seem to totally understand my boy after i quit job to look after him. my mother, then caregiver, used to comment that how come i don't know what he want.. when i thought i did cos i really spend every minute of my time after work with him.. our bonding was very close cos i also breastfeed him till one year old, even during full time job. i did not have time for any TV, or newspapers.. or enough sleep.. but somehow only after being sahm, and from day to day and daily activites allow me to truely understand his most behaviours and hence will have the '6th' sense to know what he 'really' want and able to discipline him without using cane...
 
Hi all

Finally found this site on this topic.

I am also currently FTWM but recently both me & my husband hv decided that it's time for me to be a homemaker to two of our kids (8 & 4)

However, it is also an adjustment for me, so I am giving myself 1 to 2 years time to be mentally prepared to quit my coming 11 years in this current company and be a full time SAHM.

Ever since we have made the decision, I have been trying to adjust eg. less online shopping
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After reading all your comments, I think every one is different. Whether you want to be FTWM or SAHM. Kudos to every mummies...

I think I feel better after reading all your comments.
 
Hi snhn, I agree. Being a SAHM is not for everyone. And if you don't think it's suitable for you, then it's fine and you shouldn't feel guilty. It doesn't mean you're a bad mum.

I know many FTWM who are great mums, very hands on and committed. Of course it means you have less time with your kids, but sometimes not everyone can afford to live with 1 income. And sometimes not everyone can stay home full time with their kids.

Most important is for us to understand ourselves and think about what is best for our kids and also ourselves.

This is what I've learnt after lots of self reflection and thinking. It took quite a long time!
 
Thanks Bananarama

Yes, agreed.

I look forward to being SAHM cos I think being at home, I can teach them the values of family and being a good person next time.

Currently, we have problem with my girl (8) as she tends to sometimes lost or misplace her things or tell white lies. But recently, I have tone down my screaming or shouting at her and being with her in the morning for 3 days during her exam period. She seems to open up more.

Hai... I just realise it is not easy being a parent.
 
Yes not easy at all!

Like my hubby says, our lives are not our own anymore and we will continue to worry about our kids until they're working and settled down. Probably even after that! Worry about their kids, etc... Phew, never ending!

There are days when I really miss being 'free', before the kids came along!
 
Tam, it's very true. I know my gal much more than anyone else. She is only 8 months old now, but only me know when she cry, what kind of cry she is asking..hungry, sleepy, bored, scared, etc and what makes her happy, excited, etc. My husband has no idea at all that she is crying because of hungry or tired.

I honestly miss corporate life. I have jobs that i really love before. I do wanted to go back to work after she is older and go to school. But definitely will choose work that can allow me to be home earlier so that she can always see me when she come home.

I do admire working mum though, i think it must be really not easy. There are times i miss to have ME time, miss to have some break..but i really don't know how to leave my baby to work now (I know it must be hard for all mummies to do that). My husband quit his job and we don't have income at all..yet, we still think it's worth it for me to be sahm. Hopefully he can find new job soon.

bananarama, you are right. It's really not easy to be parent yah. But our love for them sometime can be so overwhelming that we can sacrifice everything for them. My gal now is so so adorable at 8 months. I am physically super tired actually, but yet always feel recharge whenever i see her adorable face that smile to me.

I also insist on fully breastfeeding, baby carrying all the time and attachment parenting. I know it's not easy, but I know she is contented baby. Everyone who meet her make the same comment, she has super smart eyes..haha
very observant on anything for 8 months old baby.
 
Hi Anmaria it's true! I find that the more time you spend with your kids, the more you'll be able to see the effects and rewards. So it may mean more sacrifice, but it's always worth it. I also breastfed fully for as long as possible and felt the bonding really helped.

Hope your hubby finds new job soon. If not, may be quite stressful.

It's so strange how parenthood changes us! I have a gd friend who never wanted kids. She and hubby recently had 'accident' and now expecting first one. She was never maternal type, likes to go out for drinks and party, quite career minded etc. But now she's even considering quitting work to spend more time with her baby - and she hasn't even delivered yet! Quite amazing right?

She was telling me she feels different, and she's worried she can't recognise herself anymore. But I told her just go with the flow and if she's changing, just accept it and enjoy her new self.

Sometimes it's scary as you also don't want to lose yourself. But it's a balance!
 
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hi all

just chanced upon this thread....everyone every household every family is different. only u n u spouse will know n plan what is best for u n your kids.

yes i totally agree to all of u on what mentioned above, mother's love is the greatest love of all. even in this modern world.

for those whom are considering to stay home. can give it a try esp now if u hv very young children. early days bonding is very impt.

one market aunty told me, dun regret or hv second tots tt i can be w my 2 boys 24/7. nowadays kids are very different from their generation. if i wan more $$ now, cant bond w them at young age, then i hv to be prepared to save up n use my $$ for their teenage life to go for professional conuselling. cos by then no longer can communicte w them n they wun listen n cant lock them up at home. some of these teenage kids just simply dun even go home. i m very surprised by her comments.

parents bonding w their own kids is very impt. esp a mother, i think mother can easily better understand n correct ur own child behaviour.

i kept reminding myself God has given me two beautiful boys, is my responsiblilities to be responsible for their behaviour n upbring.

i too hv a good honours degree fr UK n a not too bad income (~S$4.5k per mth) n worked 10 years this my previous co before i quited to stay home last year. i actually dun really care about what others say abt what a pity to stay home to look after kids, what a waste etc. cos they are my kids, what do they know, pls shut up, your comments are not appreicate by me. my only worry is what wld my parents think? cos they hv brought me up n given me an expensive education. i m very lucky that both my parents are supportive of my decision. my dad is stil working, my mom is working part time. my mom told me she wld rather me not giving her any allowance than needing her to look after my kids. she told me is my own kids i shd look after them myself then i will know what she has been thru. she is grandmother to my kids, not mother.
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all these years i used to hv indo maid to help in my household (one 70s+ MIL, two old dogs, two boys 2 and 5yo) of cos my hb n my big sil family coming over to hv diner every night. all these while i insisted to hv maid , cos i dun hv confidence tt i can cope w/o any help. just only this jan, i confirmed my maid has a bf hence sent her back. no maid anymore. i scare liao. even when i m at home after i quit she still can lie n do all these funny things behind my back, i dun hv the energy to follow behind her back. i gave up on maids.

now i m taking care of my 2 boys, 2 dogs, n cleaning up the house all by myself. i m also very surprised i still can manage. of cos i m tired cos i m not used to all these labour hard chores. haha. but ok. i m happier, everyone at home is happier w/o maid. my maid also teaches lot of bad things to my 2 yo boy like dun wan mommy, when mommy ask to kiss slap me pull my hair pinch me etc. endless terrible things. i used to trust my maid too much, untill i found out all these bad things she has done, my hb n me felt so betrayed. we are so nice to her give her so much space n trust, yet she abuse it.
too bad. afterall she is a MAID.
 
Dabee: agree with you. i really dun noe what is wrong with the maids nowadays. they like siao siao one. and horrors, she can tell ur boys such things!

money can't buy time. i am lucky my mum is helping me. but i intend to stop working when kids start pri 1. its v true nowadays kids get into bad co easily and better to have mommy ard at home. or daddy.
 
Yes it is true, i am thinking of that..but it is not ezy..if like that i've to sell my car and bike...and try to find ptime job...my maid is going back this nov ..and she will continue with us..but c how...she taking care of my 3 kids of the age 8,7 and 5.
 


I read "Raising babies" from STeve Biddulp, and I am so glad now that i made this decision to stay at home. Dabee, same like you..I was on top of my career too when i quit to look after my gal. Ppl keep saying i wasted my MBA from Oz and all my consultant experience..but I think this is the greatest decision i have made in my life so far. No maid..just me taking care baby and housework..
I know someday I will remember these times fondly... I don't believe that we can have it all..it's either LOVE OR MONEY...
 
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