I've just recently completed the first few months back at full-time work. I have been a stay at home mom for ELEVEN years. I first want to say that I don't regret those years at home at all. I'm grateful that I was able to do that. Many families have circumstances that require both parents to work, but if you have the flexibility to stay home during the little years, I would be your biggest cheerleader in making that happen. My first encouragement to moms is to pull back those finances, make some large sacrifices, and give it a go, if it is at all possible!
However, for those of us that find ourselves working full-time and mommying full time, I will share some lessons learned most recently.
All moms have different stories, are walking in different seasons, and find themselves navigating all sorts of changes. I’m hopeful that these four things will encourage those that find themselves in a similar place to me right now.