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[quote=Anonymous]Two working parents here but I have a super flexible schedule. I typically get up early a few days a week to do calls overseas, and often will do work while the kids do homework. It sets a good example for me and the kids.

DH has a less flexible job so he's on morning duty and then we walk to school with the dog. I do pickup and will trade playdates with SAHM/PT friends at school if I have conflicts. I always try to give more than I get as a life rule, but it has the added benefit of always having someone willing to watch/pickup the kids if I'm in a jam. I've also been able to meet lots of parents at pickup and we've coordinated activities/carpools.

This is not what you asked OP but want to also add that I know people on this board are horrified by young babysitters but I have found that 13 years old is the sweet spot. They are responsible, the kids love them, and they don't have high school demands/activities yet. Takes some effort and networking to find the right person but we've loved our young-ish babysitters.  I'm biased because I did afterschool care when I was in middle and high school and am close with those families to this day. It was great for me - A fun job that I took seriously and really enjoyed that also paid great money. It was great for the families - Someone who is flexible, has lots of energy, and lives down the street/has the same snow days/days off, etc. [/quote]

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