🏡 Rights & responsibilities · #352

I want to go back to work after years as a housewife. How do I prepare?

Going back to work after a long time at home is indeed challenging, but the experience of running a family is itself a valuable skill. Start by refreshing your skills through short courses or training, and rebuild your self-confidence gradually. Discuss the division of housework with your husband and children before you start, so that the load does not double. In the early stages, choose work that suits your family responsibilities. Seek support from friends or former colleagues for opportunities and guidance. Be patient with yourself, because adjusting takes time. See rights of husband and wife.

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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