Is work-life balance with kids really possible?

As a working mom of three kids I see "work-life balance" stories everywhere and tips on how to get there, but in real life I have yet to find anyone who's achieved this holy grail. What do you think, is it possible?

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Yes. It's possible to find a balance, but it takes a lot of work, patience and help from family and friends.
24 votes
51.7%
No. There's no such thing as a true balance. The scales shift with each stage of work and family life.
74 votes
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Possibly. It depends on how you define "balance." If everyone is generally healthy and happy, then I think we're headed in the right direction.
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Possibly. It depends on how you define "balance." If everyone is generally healthy and happy, then I think we're headed in the right direction.

I'm a stay-at-home mom but also work from home. I'm kinda old fashioned and believe in being home with my kids while they're still young.

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     - Praying Mommy of 2
     - 10:57 pm EST on Wed Mar 3, 2010

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