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I am not a stay at home mom. I work a full time job, however I do occasionally have a day off during the week (Obviously today). I know that on these days,  my 3 yr. old and I have no set routine. I get up and see my older child off to school, but then my daughter and I sleep in till we feel like getting up, usually between 8:30-9:30. Even if I have things that I need to take care of, whether it is clean house, run errands or whatever, I don’t have a set schedule. I just do it when I feel like it.

My daughter watches TV, colors, plays with dolls, swings on her swing set or whatever. I find that these days are so relaxed and laid back compared to having to work a full time job outside the home, punching a time clock. I just wonder if stay at home moms actually try to have some type of schedule everyday. When you don’t really have to, why would you want to deal with that stress of a set schedule?

I am a new mom and I am trying to decide between being just a stay at home or going back to work. How can I make money & keep my sanity if I do decide to stay at home? After all, in this economy, every little bit will help. With the new baby, I will sure have to spend more money on a daily basis. Here is my situation in case anyone has any advice.

I have a newborn baby boy at home. My husband and I are unsure of whether or not I should go back to work full time, part time, or stay at home. I am leaning towards staying home, as I do not want a nanny to raise my baby. If I do stay ay home though money will be very tight and I might also miss the adult interaction of work. Is it foolish for me to think that spending quality years with my son is more important than not having to worry about money??? I guess I am wondering:

1) if anyone has experience jumping into the world of being a stay at home mom, or

2) if anyone has any experience working from home?

Thank you in advance.