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Why we opted to be stay-at-home mothers

They have given up their heels and power suits, and put their careers on hold to stay home and look after their children [Courtesy]

The last few years have seen more and more women opt out of their well-paying corporate jobs to stay home and look after their children. They have given up their heels and power suits, and put their careers on hold to stay home and look after their children and the family home.

While not everyone may get the opportunity to be a stay-at-home mum, a good number of women would grab that chance given the opportunity. Eve spoke to three women to find out what it is like to be a stay-at-home mum.

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