I feel that by working, I personally am a better, more patient mom. My attention is more directed toward my son each evening and week-end because I value the time that we do have so greatly. I want to be able to give my son what he needs and wants.
Financial problems are too often the cause of marital problems and divorce.
I have my son in a regular daycare - and he is very social, and quickly adapts to new surroundings. I don't want his entire world to be his mom - just like I can't have him as my entire world. I want to be able to remain my own person - because our children are only on loan to us for a very short time. I don't spend it feeling impatient with him because I have not had any breaks. My last point - I have spent a long time getting where I am in my career.