Although clubs have existed for about a decade in the Washington, D.C. area, their numbers and memberships have greatly increased in the past few years. The overriding benefit of these organizations is the support given by women who have made the same decision. In social situations, it is not easy to discuss full time motherhood with full time career women. Whereas, fellow professional women who have opted to stay home with their children offer understanding and encouragement. Another benefit is the fellowship and friendships that develop with women of similar situations.
Members can provide one another the adult conversation that they miss from the office.
If one does not exist, that provides an excellent opportunity to start one.