Publisher's Synopsis
Parents have only one chance to raise their children. If they squander that chance, most will regret it the rest of their lives. As a financial counselor, my purpose is to help working mothers who want to stay home examine the decisions they must make, prepare for the inevitable changes that will come, and anticipate some of the problems that may result from their decision.' Outside influences are wreaking havoc on family values. Now is the time for mothers to find a way to spend more time with their children. Two-income families outweigh single-income families three to one. Home-based businesses are becoming the trend. Larry Burkett gives insightful, practical counsel on how to survive the cutback from two incomes to one.Larry thoughtfully deals with a wide range of topics. - Preparing to live on one income - Developing and living on a budget - Dealing with the lack of self-esteem - Coping with an unsupportive spouse - Creating income while staying at home - Being willing to make sacrifices - Reentering the workforceWomen who have made the transition from marketplace to home share honest, personal accounts of victories, setbacks, fears, and joys. If you desire to be a stay-at-home mom but fear financial disaster, Women Leaving the Workplace will help guide you in the right direction.
