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[quote=Anonymous]OP, it sounds like you're from another culture in which people invest a lot of energy in building a social safety net of family and friends. Here in the US, the institutions are a little more functional and so people usually rely on the "system" instead of on others. It is the norm for many people in urban areas to be living away from family.

My parents immigrated from another country and so I have seen this situation up close. My mom stayed at home. However, I work and we don't have family close by. My husband is also from another country. It is tough and families like us have a smaller margin for illness and other contingencies. I think what others suggested about a nanny or someone who babysits regularly for the kids is a good idea for back up care, in case you are both sick or something happens.

As for your friendship expectations, you can't change other people. If that's not how they see friendships then you just have to decide whether you want to invest in them or find other friends. [/quote]

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