Saying Goodbye to Reluctant SAHM
Reluctant Stay at Home Mom
by Margaret Westhoff
4y ago
A Goodbye I will never forget my Reluctant SAHM days. This little website sustained me and gave me a creative outlet in the midst of the “2 Under 2” parenting days. Amidst the exhaustion and chaos of being a SAHM to young children, this website was a bright spot. Countless hours were spent planning and writing articles, and learning from scratch how to run a website. I connected with so many wonderful bloggers and readers. Sharing my story with the world showed me that I was not alone. Why I’m Saying Goodbye I’m letting my website expire because I am no longer a Reluctant SAHM. Life moves on ..read more
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A Day in the Life of a 1st Year Teacher
Reluctant Stay at Home Mom
by Margaret Westhoff
4y ago
Since becoming a teacher, I’ve neglected this blog. Perhaps it’s inevitable. I’ve never been so busy in my life, not even when I was the mother of 2 under 2. But this week marks Fall Break, a much-needed chance to stop and catch my breath. It’s hard to believe that the first quarter of the school year is about over. Before becoming a teacher, I had no idea what it really meant to be a teacher. I had no idea about the countless hours teachers put in, both in and outside the classroom.Teaching is a noble profession, but it can also become all-consuming and exhausting if you let it. In my short t ..read more
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What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a SAHM
Reluctant Stay at Home Mom
by Margaret Westhoff
5y ago
As my SAHM days draw to a close, I can’t help but reflect on what I wish I knew 3 years ago, when I first became a stay-at-home mom. If you are a new SAHM or considering becoming one, then this post is for you. Being a SAHM is Hard (and a 24-7 job)! Society is quick to portray SAHMs as lazy. You’ve probably heard the example of the mother who sits on the couch watching talk shows and eating junk food all day. The truth is, you will probably be so busy you can’t think straight. Especially if you are the mother of young children. For over a year, I was the mother of 2 Under 2 and that was wi ..read more
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When the SAHM Decides to Return to Work
Reluctant Stay at Home Mom
by Margaret Westhoff
5y ago
Making the Choice Recently, I decided to return to the workforce after nearly 3 years of SAHM life. Every family’s situation is different, and what works for one family may not work for the next. For me personally, I realized that in order to be a better mom, I needed a break from my children. I also missed the sense of fulfillment and accomplishment that working outside of the home brings. Returning to Work after a “Work Gap” Returning to work after life as a SAHM can be intimidating. Updating your resume and explaining any work gaps to potential employers can be challenging. Oftentimes p ..read more
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