re: thoughts on stay at home spouse?

I couldn't stay at home. I mean...we technically could live off just my husband's income(although I do make more)...but it would mean a HUGE change in our way of living. And I didn't become a nurse to just sit at home and lose my nursing skills. Plus....I have a pension plan with my work...really don't want to give that up. And good benefits...don't want to give that up either. Also...I stay at home, even for a few years while my child is young...I would have a more difficult time finding a job whenever I do want to return to the workforce.


I'm sure for other couples....it has more positives for them for the wife to stay at home. That just wouldn't be the case for myself and my husband. Only way I would consider being a SAHM....is if I win the lottery and a sizeable jackpot