how many FTWM resigned after maternity to stay at home with LO? Is it worth to give up your career, when baby can be placed in an IFC, which might even be more beneficial for baby. Does this stretch the family finances a lot?

Im a temporary sahm now. Planning to get back to work next year. I didn't resign my current job. Management was very kind to allow me to take a long unpaid leave till next year. When I was working, I place my girl in infantcare. Unfortunately my girl fall sick frequently. Almost every week and it has been on going for 6 months. Decided to withdraw her from the IFC when she was hospitalized due to bronchitis. Infant care is a personal choice. Finance wise, need to differentiate between need and wants.