Question for SAHMs

jec2006

I am working part-time, but unfortunately, I am about to be out of a job. For those of you who are SAHMs, any suggestions on making a smooth transition from the working world to the SAHM world?  I have always worked, so this is going to be weird for me, and I am a bit anxious about it.  Thanks!

ruthymusney

SAHM board

Mama Jan

It wasn't really a hard transition for me, it's what I've always wanted to do.  I'd say make sure you have a plan for each day or else you will be bored out of your mind.  Have a cleaning schedule (e.g. laundry on Monday, bathroom on Tuesday, etc. - I don't do this but I know moms who say it really helps).

 

Look into what your city offers - new moms groups, story time at library, puppet shows, etc.  Find a playgroup.  Stake out your favorite parks.  Let the grocery store be a fun errand rather than something that just has to be done.

 

Also, I've found that the more I stay on top of chores and making dinner, the less jealous DH is that I get to stay home while he goes off to work.  I try to be very sensitive to the fact that he would prefer to stay home (although he would hate it if he really did do that).

 

HTH!  BTW, the SAHM board is really slow so I don't know how much help you will get there - you may want to ask the 0-6 and 6-12 boards.

MrsPreK

Ditto everything Mama_Jan said

I worked FT and transitioned to SAH when I was 9 months pg and could no longer work and be on my feet for long periods of time. 

Your day is busy, between feedings, naps, playtime and playgroups you do have lots of things to do. I enjoy it. Sometimes I get bored but not very often. 

But yes, if you haven't already try the SAHM board, 0-6, and 6-12

RugbyBride

My transition was also pretty easy, although I was a grad student working on my thesis. I found that at first I was a little bored and lonely, so I joined a local moms club for SAHMs. It has been wonderful for my kids too! HTH.

faithhollett

To help with the transition from working to being a SAHM, get up in the morning, get ready and go do something. It's not gonna help you if you stay in your PJs all day and do stuff at home. Even if you're still being productive. You might wanna try a playgroup or something regular like that to get you out of your house.

eaglesfan700

I worked very long hours at a stressful job.  I was so torn about whether or not to return.  Ultimately I decided to be a SAHM.

I totally agree with others about having things planned for the day.  Unless it is ridiculously cold, I try to get DS outside at least for a little while every day.  I also joined a mom and me exercise class www.babybootcamp.com, which I love.  I also met a lot of other SAHMs there

I am lucky because I live in a big city so there is tons of stuff to do that we can walk to.  I can meet friends who work in town for lunch or go shopping or to parks.  I also bought a membership to a children's interactive museum.  Even though DS is a little young, it is something to do if we ever need to get out of the house.  DH also works at an aquarium nearby, which is convenient

Definitely look into mom groups in your area - try meetup.com.  I don't miss work but I do miss my work friends.  It was tough int he beginning but I felt a lot better once I started getting out with a purpose - not just for walks around the neighborhood.  GL!