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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Man up and take care of your family or turn in your man card.  [/quote]

This is a really stupid, sexist post.  I am a woman and have toyed with the idea of working PT.  My DH is comfortable with this but we are unsure for all the reasons OP discusses.  My benefits are very generous, so we would lose out not just on my salary but on the amazing amount of contributions to my 401K, low healthcare premiums, bonuses and other perks I receive.

OP, I really don't know what to tell you other than all of your concerns are well-founded and your points are well made.  You sound like a wonderful husband, IMO.  What I will say is that you two are still very young, doing very well (late 20's and already a salary of $170K?  Wow.), and if your DW can find a way to keep her skills and resume fairly current as you suggest then the financial "hit" is something you can compensate for down the line.  As you get older and have more kids, your priorities will change and there is no absolute "right" way to do this, only the way that is best for your family and your values.

Talk it over with your wife, share your concerns, and discuss together what you think is best for your family.  Good luck.  You guys are doing great and I think you'll be just fine whichever way you go.[/quote]

echoing this PP's sentiments. [/quote]

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