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- I depend on a ‘paid village’ to look after my kids. I can’t ask the grandparents for help because they work full-time. (newsbreak.com)
Jennifer Biggs, a mother of three young children, relies on a "paid village" to care for her kids. Despite having family members living nearby, she believes that relying solely on them for childcare would change the dynamics of their relationships.
Biggs values the independence her parents have earned after raising her. She doesn’t want to burden them with the responsibility of caring for her children full-time. Instead, she utilizes daycare, after-school care, babysitters, and summer camps to provide a stimulating and nurturing environment for her children.
Biggs emphasizes that paid childcare allows her to maintain her career and mental well-being. She believes that it’s unfair to rely on grandparents, particularly women, to provide unpaid labor for childcare. By using a paid village, Biggs can ensure that her children receive quality care while maintaining a healthy relationship with her parents.