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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is OP.

These perspectives are so interesting! I'm really glad I asked the question, and it feels like a happy accident that I was too vague. I enjoyed hearing what made the most impact on the moms too - not just on the kids. What a wonderful, touching, bunch of anecdotes.

Right now, the SAHM/age/impact question is, for me, just something to ponder for curiosity's sake. I can't stay at home. We have a 4 month old daughter and we need my job for the health insurance it provides our family. DH and I make similar salaries. I also enjoy my work and am probably not cut out to be the best full-time caretaker for a little baby.

I think what I take away most from this thread is a real interest in making sure I'm flexible enough to be around for my daughter after school once she starts school. That is doable with my job/industry and I think I would love being there for those moments with her. 
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Personally, I think being around a couple afternoons a week, and attending most of the important school events is enough. You don’t have to stress yourself out to be home by 3pm every afternoon. In my industry, that would difficult at a manager+ level since we have meetings. But it is easy to block off your calendar for a couple hours here or there to attend something.

It’s also great to expose your child to different caregivers they trust. A kind, intelligent babysitter or grandparent may have different perspectives or advice, which is great for the child.[/quote]

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