I am a SAHM to 3 girls aged 8,7 and 3. I always wanted to be at home while they were small and have loved being able to do this. However the plan was I would return to work once they are all at school and that time is coming round.
I didn't enjoy what I was doing before (insurance) and want to re-train in something new. I want to be a speech therapist and this involves either a 4-year degree course or a 2 year Masters (I have a degree already, however the Masters is v tough and intense).
If I started next year, the girls would be 10, 8 and 4. I would need either an au pair or nanny (or something in between) to collect them from school on some days and ferry them to activities depending on what time I got home. Financially we are lucky enough to be able to afford it but I suppose what I am worried about is going from being a full-time SAHM to a mum who isn't around much in the week. Dh is v supportive - he says it wouldn't be forever and we are looking at 4 years max of study before I can work. I intend to work p/t once I qualify or as soon as I can.
Has anyone done something similar? How did you find it? I am well aware that it's going to be tough. Any advice would be gratefully appreciated!