My answer is a big fat yes. I am ok with that... I actually really like that I've prioritized my kids so much. But I'm hoping I can start working more again in a year or two!
Has your career been hurt by your kids?
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I'm still pregnant and yes. I've made career moves that significantly hurt my income earning potential specifically to allow for me to have a baby and actually be able to spend time with that baby.
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Not really. My company is very tolerant and understanding. I have cut back my hours - I used to work longer hours - now I just work 8 hours a day. It hasn't really affected my career, though.
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Thankfully no. Working in non-profit means less money, but less hours and more understanding for time off and leaving on time!
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With one kid I don't think it suffered but with two, I am out of the office a lot due to kids illnesses. I don't have as much time for "extra-curricular" or networking events. I don't work in as many hours in the evenings any more. I used to look down on people who couldn't do the extras but now I understand. I probably have put my next promotion a year or two off track. It's not just because of the kids, but shifting priorities, like you say.
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My career is gone..... I don't think I will return to it. I just have to figure out what I would rather do. My husband hasn't been hurt. He has actually received several promotions since we had kids. His Boss is awesome and very flexible so my husband has tons of time with the kids. When he goes into the office he is home by four, otherwise he works form home.
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Well, I'm using this time when the kids are little to start a new career, so I think having kids has actually helped in that aspect! I'm finishing up my school, and I'll hopefully be able to start back at work part-time in the next year or two, so I have nowhere to go but up.
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Yes, but kids are the priority so it's OK.
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