My friend has told me about a brilliant nursery that she uses. If I stay at home with my family now, I know that it will take me ten years to get the promotion I want. Introduction You might think the main factor governing the decision returning to work or staying at home with a new baby is financial. But there are other aspects to take into consideration when you are making a decision that will have a major impact on your future, and your identity. Of course, considering your financial situation is essential.
Some new parents have a simple choice either way.
They have sufficient income that they can decide either to stay at home or to return to work. But for most of us, the choice is not as straightforward. If we did stay at home after the birth, we would need to make a number of financial sacrifices, possibly even move into a cheaper housing area. The high cost of good quality childcare means that for many, a monthly childcare bill takes a huge bite out of take home pay that would leave nothing over for family holidays, car, telephone or new clothes. Whichever way you do it, babies are expensive.