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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I've seen lots of big dual careers make it work but I think the trick is never doing an alternative so neither can get into the one-sided habit.  I think it'd be very very tough to dig yourself out now.  I'm sorry. [/quote]

If I go back to work, I think I would earn $100-200k. Dh earns $2m+. In order to earn that much, he is always on. I feel his focus is on work even when he is home. It is unlikely he would step up more if I went back to work. [/quote]

My unpopular opinion is that if he is bringing in that much, then he should not be expected to do many household chores. It really doesn't make sense from a cost benefit perspective. Would you prefer he take a less demanding job and earn less? His time at home should be spent on quality time with you and the kids. It is good that he will help with dinner and trash so kids see that.

And stop caring so much what your friends think. No one else knows what is best for your family other than you. Why do you want to go back to work? [/quote]

SAHM here.  I agree with you.  If he's putting in that many hours you cannot expect him to do everything with the kids.  You want him to spend quality time with the kids.  You choose to have three kids, which is a lot.  Hire a babysitter per kid or kids and have them do the driving.  Where is all your money going?[/quote]

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