Are working moms stretched too thin?

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Are working moms stretched too thin?
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Tue, 06-13-2006 - 2:45pm

Do you think a mom who works full-time and has kids is stretched too thin?

I was working full-time up till November of 2005. Then I decided that it was all too much. I was exhausted and found that when I did get to spend time with my little guy (he is now 2 1/2) I was very impatient with him because I was soo tired. Also the stress of work often overflowed into my personal life (both with ds and dh).

Now that I have been home for over 6 months, I am finally starting to be more patient and am enjoying my son instead of rushing him along. If he want to take 20 minutes to get into the car - ok, no problem.

So - do you think that trying to juggle work, kids, marriage and all the stresses that come with those things is too much? (I did)

Maybe when my son is older - then I will go back to work and it might be easier because he will be more self-sufficient? Who knows? All I know is that for now, I am enjoying being a SAHM and am glad for the time I get to devote to my son and the lower stress levels (that I believe were very unhealthy for me).

josee

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Registered: 09-04-2005
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:13pm

I meant to be neutral without offending others or saying that you are "wrong." At the same time, I wanted to express what I strongly believe in. If I offended anyone, then I'm sorry, that was not my intention.

What are the disadvantages of being a SAHP?

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Registered: 06-27-1998
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:14pm

<<No, maybe not for some people like yourself. >>


Yes, I like to debate this issue, so this debate board is a good fit for me.

PumpkinAngel

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Registered: 09-04-2005
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:16pm

Just as you have done. You have completely bashed my point of view. Remember, I am pro staying at home so of course I believe I'm right and you're wrong.

I pointed out some disadvantages that I experienced as a child, but I never bashed working parents. I tried to remain neutral while expressing a point I strongly believe in.

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Registered: 06-27-1998
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:18pm

I'm confused.

PumpkinAngel

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Registered: 09-04-2005
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:22pm

It is reasonable to state disadvantages/advantages. I realize that they are both. However, I believe that the advantages to being a SAHP outweigh the disadvantages. It's vice versa for families who have two working parents. I strongly believe in that.

I wanted to say that for those of you who do not believe that there are any disadvanteges to having two working parents are 100% wrong. I hope you have understood what I've been trying to say. I wanted you to agree with my point - that there are disadvantages to having two people work. I'm trying to learn more about the disadvantages of having a SAHP - so please feel to share. I have already supported my fact with my own personal life experience. But so far, except for bashing me no one has supported their stand.

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Registered: 09-04-2005
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:25pm

Ok, Chris then you are saying there are NO disadvantages to having both parents work. It is you who believe you are 100% right. I respect those who agree that there are advantages/disadvantages on both sides.

Again, no one has explained to me the disadvantages of being a SAHP. I would like to learn - unless this is just a board where others take joy in bashing others for what they believe in.

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Registered: 09-04-2005
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:26pm
Your statement is completely hostile. What is the purpose in your statement except to be insulting? I am sorry you feel you have to be that way instead of acting professional.
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Registered: 06-27-1998
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:27pm

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Where?

PumpkinAngel

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Registered: 09-04-2005
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:28pm
Hmmm...yes I do feel that some of you have been hostile. Instead of just posting your opinion, you try to be demeaning.
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Registered: 06-27-1998
Thu, 06-22-2006 - 1:30pm

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Who said there wasn't any disadvantages to having two working parents?


There are pros and cons to both sides.

PumpkinAngel

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