Navigating Family Planning as a Freelancer: The Challenges of Self-Employment Without Parental Leave and Financial Uncertainty

Freelancing Challenges: The author enjoys freelancing but finds it difficult to plan for the future due to the lack of parental leave and family support, complicating family planning with her husband.

Work-Life Balance: While freelancing offers flexibility and autonomy, it also comes with challenges such as managing taxes, work hours, and the mental strain of planning for family life without nearby relatives.

Family Planning Concerns: The author expresses uncertainty about what family planning looks like for them, highlighting the absence of a perfect time or plan to start a family, especially as freelancers without a safety net.

Navigating Freelance Life: The complexities of freelancing require intentionality in managing clients, savings, and community-building, as the author reflects on the realities of balancing personal and professional aspirations.