Currently a SAHM to two young children (3.2yrs and 7m). Thinking of a third fairly soon (would like a bigger family). DH works huge amounts, and is often away in the week (he's been at home for a grand total of 14hrs over the last two weeks...). So all the childcare / running of the home is up to me.
I really want to start my own business at some point soon. Don't want to go into specifics, but it'd be fairly flexible, at least at the start.
I randomly met a hugely successful businesswoman today. Her answer to how she managed raising four children and starting up her business was 'a supportive husband' who did more than his share of the childraising/home life.
I simply do not have that. DH supports me emotionally, but cannot support me practically, other than financially if that makes sense. If a child gets sick, it's my issue. If there's a parents' evening: I go. If we need groceries, I go shopping. Absolutely everything is my job.
So I want to know if there's anyone out there who's built a successful business whilst having a husband who works as much as mine. If so, how? Nannies? Practical help from family isn't really an option.
Please show me that this can be done...
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flowersinavase · 02/10/2013 22:46
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