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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]How does one become a SAHM with a DH who doesn't want that? I'm confused.[/quote]

It's a joint decision, but what OP describes doesn't sound like he's dead set against it. The only reason OP has mentioned for why her DH is opposed is that he does not think she would like it. He may be worried she'll be bored or that she'll start to resent it and it could impact their relationship. Or he may like seeing her as a professional and can't wrap his head around her embracing a more domestic and maternal identity.

Those are all objections that I think OP could justifiably say, "I understand your concern but this is something that feels right to me and I need to do." Because they are about how her DH sees her, and have nothing to do with practical objections to arranging their lives that way.

Now, if DH's opposition is due to money or other practical family planning concerns, totally different ballgame. But OP has not indicated that her becoming a SAHM would be a financial burden or pose other practical problems for them.[/quote]

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