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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As someone who went to daycare from week 6 of my own life with a wonderful caregiver who is still part of my life, I just want to say that I think people on this thread are being a little too down on the option of someone else caring for your child. I also think it's a more complex choice for many of us, although I've been assured before by other SAHMs on this [b]thread[/b] that it is all sunshine caring for their little ones and there's nary a moment of self-doubt or frustration!

So here's my two cents: I knew being a SAHM was right for me because I did not adore my job or receive personal fulfillment from it; it kept me away from the thing I wanted to be doing (spending time with my child); and the commute plus the job stressed me out enough (I am a big old introvert) so that even when I got home I felt like I needed time to unwind and it was hard for me to continue being cheerful and loving and interactive with my family. That's how I knew it was right for ME. That said, I am highly educated and take a lot of joy in mental activity and challenges, and as much as I appreciate and love being able to stay at home, I find that I need to find outlets for my intellect-- besides story time and the playground  :wink: -- or else SAH begins to feel like the choice to stifle myself in favor of the next generation. [/quote]

Sorry, meant to say forum.[/quote]

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