Be Realistic- Contrary to what you may think, stay at home moms are extremely busy. Children demand a lot of attention. Obviously, you and your children will be spending more time at home than you were before. The laundry will inevitably pile up, so will the dishes. There are appointments to keep, errands to run, groceries to buy, and events to attend. Kids always need to eat, and then there's that family time thing, the reason why you wanted to stay home in the first place. You will find yourself wondering how you ever had enough time for everything when you worked full time.
Identity Crisis- How much of your identity comes from your career? Will you feel ashamed to go from “Nurse Nancy” to “Mom”? Can you find other ways to feel fulfilled as a stay at home mother?
Loneliness- Like other stay at home moms, you may find that you are lonely. Moms who stay home could go days without seeing a familiar face, besides their spouse. Those who are by nature, introverts will more than likely adjust to the life of a stay at home mom without difficulty. Moms who are very social may find themselves lonely or depressed, and even resentful of their mate who works full time.
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Remember, whatever decision you make, it has to be right for you and your family. In most cases, your decision to stay home or work is not a life sentence. A stay at home mom can always go back to work if it proves to be too much. At the same time, a working mom can almost always make the transition to staying home. For some families, the transition to staying at home to raise the children is not a voluntary job. In this economy, many parents are finding themselves unemployed. The does not mean that considering the above points is in vain. You will still face most of these issues regardless of the reason why. Finally, try to stay positive. Keep your communication with your partner open and honest, and try to be understanding of each other as much as possible.
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