When Working Moms Ask, "Should I Quit My Job?"

Should I quit my job? It's a question many working moms ask themselves. Maybe it was when you got pregnant, gave birth, had a second child, or the press of school activities began to feel overwhelming. But quitting your job can't be an impulsive decision. It affects your family's security as well as your future career prospects. Here are 7 questions to ask yourself before you decide: "I’m going to quit my job!"

Is a Transition Making Me Want to Quit My Job?

When you're having a crisis at work or your child is struggling in school, it's easy to think, "if only I could quit my job, all these problems would go away." But if you resign rashly, you may find that underlying problems remain and you've just given up vital family income. Blaming your work -- without thinking it through -- may be a mistake.

This goes double for those major life transitions, such as returning from maternity leave, taking anew job, or changing your child's caregiver or school.

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