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working vs. stay at home moms

May 29, 2016 Brittany Fullwood
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romper | sandals | similar earrings | similar clutch
Bear's sandals | similar shorts | shirt | bow tie


I'm a stay-at-home Mom. I do work from home, part time, but that didn't start until Bear was two and a half. For those first two years, I heard plenty of "So what do you do all day?" and "Life is so much easier on a dual income" and "When are you gonna go back to work?" 
When that last question occurred, it took great inner strength not to unleash the fury and say "I am working. 24/7, actually. It's called being a parent." Whether a parent is on paid salary with benefits or not, taking care of a child is a full time job in itself. And it ain't easy work.

To those of you who do both- take care of your babies and work forty plus hour weeks- I salute you. You are some serious rockstars that deserve every ounce of praise you ever receive. The sad part is, you probably hear things like "Oh, don't you wish you could stay home with your baby?" and "It's unfortunate your daughter's growing up in day care". Those people were either never parents themselves or have lost their mind and all social skills. The simple fact is, every family is different. Every individual is different. I have friends that are amazing mothers; they spend hours every evening reading and playing with their children. During the day, they work full time jobs. These women don't have to work, they choose to do so because they're planning ahead for their childrens' future. They know that if they save now, they can do more for their kids in the long run. This doesn't make them selfish; quite the opposite, really. 

I also have friends who work because it keeps them sane. This does not make them selfish, either. Not everyone loves talking in baby talk all day long and showering every sixth day. Some women, and men, need adult interaction on a daily basis. This makes them a better parent; they come home refreshed and ready to deal with whatever their kid throws at them. Literally.

Of course, some moms work because it's a necessary means. My Mom did; she went back to work after six weeks with all three of her children. We turned out okay (debatable, some would say). These moms may cry leaving their baby at the sitter every morning, and pray to win the Powerball so they can stay home full-time. I have a big place in my heart for these mommas, and I hope they all know what an amazing job they're doing.

So, it's time for the million dollar question and what you've all been waiting for. Who has the tougher job, stay-at-home moms or working moms? The answer: Nobody knows, and nobody should care. I was busy around the clock before I started working a "real" job from home. I'm busy around the clock now. Bear was my wake-up call then, and he's my wake-up call now. I've seen both sides with my own Mom and now myself, and I admire mothers across the board. It takes dedication and strength to work a full-time job on top of being a mother. It takes patience and lots of prescription drugs to stay at home with your kids. Just kidding about the drugs, sort of. I can assure you that working moms and stay at home moms can all agree on one thing: being a mother is the best, and most important, job of all.

To all of you mommas out there tonight, give yourself a pat on the back. Throw back a glass (or bottle) of wine. Watch some Real Housewives of anywhere but Dallas. Get crazy and go pee by yourself. You've earned it, regardless of what your job title happens to be. Your child loves you unconditionally no matter, and that makes it all worthwhile.

xo, Britt

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Had the best lunch pizza date with friends and Boone napped long enough to let Mommy chow down (he knew he’d get some later😉). Wore my new fav white denim shorts that are just $12, high-waisted, & longer in the back🙌🏻 http://liketk.it/2vqAV #liketkit @liketoknow.it #momlife #mommyandme #babygram #babyboy #topknot #styleblogger #ootd #stylist
🥨Don’t get it twisted🥨- two pretzels are always better than one. But really I’m just in it for the cheese💁🏻‍♀️ #liketkit http://liketk.it/2vvgU @liketoknow.it 💙GIVEAWAY💙
We've teamed up with @matimatibaby to give away a $50 shop credit! All you have to do to enter:
- like this post
- follow us and @matimatibaby
- tag your friends who want to win too! 
That's it! Giveaway will run for 24 hours and winner will be announced on this photo. This is not sponsored or endorsed by Instagram. Good luck! Can you tell I have a thing for 2 piece sets? Also have a thing for white on white💁🏻‍♀️ We’ve had the laziest Monday and it’s pretty much been the best ever. Excited for Bear’s t-ball game this evening..they always keep us laughing! http://liketk.it/2vunL #liketkit @liketoknow.it #springstyle #stylegram #lotd #set #look #momstyle #brunch #styleblogger Now pie & lattes is a combo I can get behind🥧☕️ http://liketk.it/2vtN8 #liketkit @liketoknow.it Had such a fun day celebrating @aimeylux & her baby boy! I’m so thankful for my mama friends I’ve had since Bear was a baby- we’ve graduated from having play dates with our babies to having wine dates with each other😂 My navy polka dot set is just $23 & perfect for an outing with the girls! http://liketk.it/2vt8f #liketkit @liketoknow.it #polkadots #jumpsuit #twopieceset #brunch #saturdays #lotd #stripes #styleinspo Hoping the rain holds off in Houston this weekend so we can spend some more time at the pool!💦 This tassel swimmie is under $10, fits TTS (I’m wearing a small), & the quality is 👌🏻. Currently getting ready for @aimeylux baby shower tomorrow & can’t wait to spoil her baby boy! http://liketk.it/2vs4w @liketoknow.it #LTKswim  #liketkit #swimwear #swimsuit #tassels #poolday #poolside #poolparty #beachlife Like this photo, then go to--  @silverbelleloops to enter this 30 second GIVEAWAY🎉

We've teamed up with some of our favorite shops & bloggers to bring you nearly $500 in prizes!! ONE lucky winner will win a prize from each shop 🎊
.
To enter:
1. Like this photo, then head to @silverbelleloops and follow the directions!
2.That's it! No looping! Quick and easy 🎉
3. BONUS ENTRY: Tag a few friends below.
This giveaway will end on Saturday, April 21st at 11:59 PM PST. Winner will be announced within 48 hours and will have 24 hours to claim. You are not eligible to win if you have won a @silverbelleloops giveaway in the past six months. This is not sponsored or endorsed by Instagram. Must be 18 years or older to enter. International winners are responsible for shipping. Good luck! These two....I can’t take the sweetness! Bear loves his baby brother so much, my heart could explode. http://liketk.it/2vrnH #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKbaby #LTKswim “And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.”- Khalil Gibran 🍃☀️ http://liketk.it/2vqRL #liketkit @liketoknow.it Had the best lunch pizza date with friends and Boone napped long enough to let Mommy chow down (he knew he’d get some later😉). Wore my new fav white denim shorts that are just $12, high-waisted, & longer in the back🙌🏻 http://liketk.it/2vqAV #liketkit @liketoknow.it #momlife #mommyandme #babygram #babyboy #topknot #styleblogger #ootd #stylist

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