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[quote=Anonymous]We have 2 kids, live in DC proper, and a HHI of $270k. We both work jobs with normal 40 hr. weeks, and I WFH 2 days/week (pre-covid). We have short commutes and are within walking distance of schools. When they were little we used day care (not a nanny). We don't have family nearby to help but have developed a network of friends that support us when we need it. We feel comfortable, we sleep normal hours, and we are generally happy. I say all of this as a counter to the people who say being a working parent is terrible and that it's not possible to do it in DC with a salary under $500k. It can be done. OP-- I think the key factors to look at is whether your husband will be an equal partner, how flexible your jobs are, what your commutes are like, and what your normal stress level is. Kids certainly make your life busier, but I know a lot of people who make parenting a lot more complicated than it needs to be.[/quote]
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