The arrival of a baby often comes with a complete lifestyle overhaul, or at least thoughts or fantasies of a different lifestyle where you can combine the best of both worlds – the world of work, and the world of motherhood. Often, we dream up new ways to earn a living while spending as much time as possible at home with the children.
Working from home is frequently seen as the ideal solution – but the pros and cons must be weighed carefully and all options considered before taking the plunge. We speak to two moms who made it work.
“I swapped high heels for slippers!”
Plettenberg Bay mom Danielle Graham is co-owner of a website design business with her husband Alan. They have a 4-year-old son, Matthew.
Originally from Johannesburg, the couple decided to “give up the mad corporate rush” and move to the coast with a view to having their own business and being able to raise a family in a more relaxed environment. Danielle left her corporate job in logistics for the quieter life in Plett.
