Definitely tough. I think that part of that is living in a DC bubble. I am pretty sure most of my husband’s friends have no idea what I do for work even though I’ve met them several times. I just don’t talk to non work people about work and no one cares.
I think part of it is remembering that even if you have to spend a huge part of your money on daycare now that is temporary and will help you be more financially solid in the future. Also there are benefits to daycare. Socializing for her and having others help with her education.
But mostly the US needs real parental leave policies.
Definitely tough. I think that part of that is living in a DC bubble. I am pretty sure most of my husband’s friends have no idea what I do for work even though I’ve met them several times. I just don’t talk to non work people about work and no one cares.
I think part of it is remembering that even if you have to spend a huge part of your money on daycare now that is temporary and will help you be more financially solid in the future. Also there are benefits to daycare. Socializing for her and having others help with her education.
But mostly the US needs real parental leave policies.