Get A Helper Or Be A SAHM?

I'm 32 this year. I'm torn on whether I should leave my job to take care of my baby or get a Helper instead. Do you enjoy taking care of your child and watching them grow, or do you prefer to be financially stable(having your own money) since SG is not exactly cheap? And if you get a Helper, do you regret not having those times with your baby?

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Definitely work though my hubby income can support us comfortably. I'm not suitable to be sahm as I am counting down my maternity leave as we speak, as much as I love my baby the mundane routine and lack of social interaction is sheer torture to me. Will be sending lo to IFC.

I’d say ask for sabbatical leave if your company allows and try being a sahm for that trial period. If you can manage and like being a sahm with your baby you can quit your job?

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4y ago

@felicity and @candy thanks for sharing! I was thinking of going back to work after maternity for awhile to see being a working mum or SAHM suits me best. We'll see how *crosses fingers*

I wished to be a SAHM to see my child growing up but have to go to work due to expensive living and such :/ but luckily my mom volunteered to take care of my baby

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4y ago

Yea.. If u know of such jobs, share k😁