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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’ve been a SAHP for over 15 years, but I would say the most valuable years were from 5th or 6th grade to 9th grade. Kids in late elementary/middle school become involved in more activities like scouts, sports, and music lessons and it’s a lot easier to manage with a SAHP or one with a very flexible schedule. When kids get to high school, they can often catch rides with older neighbors or friends, or ride the activity bus. [/quote]

Oh wow this really speaks to me. I have a flexible work from home job but want to take on more and work outside of the home, but our eldest is going into 6th grade next year and this feels WAY BIGGER and more important than 2-6 years old. If you can, work during those years up until 4th or 5th grade. But be home from 6th-12th grade if you can! Kids get home earlier and trouble awaits- having an engaged parent at home can make all the difference!! [/quote]

I disagree.  I would much rather stay home during the first five years when attachment and early childhood development is happening. I have a middle schooler and high schooler, and I stay at home with them. They are busy with homework and gone long hours for sports, practice, etc.  All I do is cook dinner and drive them around town![/quote]

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