""It didn't make sense. My job wasn't really making enough of a contribution to justify that kind of expense.""
""When governments invest in child care, that is the biggest thing that we can do because right now what we have is essentially a DIY, do-it-yourself, system for families where everyone's on their own.""
Rising child care costs in the Bay Area are leading parents to make tough choices, such as reducing work hours or quitting jobs. For families with multiple young children, these costs can exceed a parent's salary, disproportionately affecting mothers. Annie Malekzadeh's experience illustrates the financial strain, prompting her to leave a beloved teaching job. Experts suggest that public investment in child care could alleviate these burdens, as seen in New Mexico's initiative to provide free child care for residents.
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