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5 Ways That Career Women Can Make Sure Their Husbands Don't Feel Left Out
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Raychelle Muhammad
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These days, most married couples deem it necessary to maintain a two-income household. Higher costs of living, the skyrocketing expense of college tuition, and mountains of debt demand that both husband and wife work. Housewives and stay-at-home moms are few and far between. 

Now, an argument can be made for adjusting your lifestyle and learning to live off one salary in favor of a better family life, but there are circumstances that may still require the second paycheck — at least for a time.

How does this dynamic impact your family life and, more importantly, your marriage? There are many career women who are finding great success in their respective fields, but must put in extra time to climb the corporate ladder. You have a right to pursue your interests, however, that also means that you must spend a significant amount of time away from home. Ladies, you can't lose sight of what really matters to you in addition to your personal successes. You've got to find some balance, but how?

Here are five ways you can bring some balance back into your marriage and make your husband feel more wanted and included: 

About Raychelle Muhammad

Raychelle Muhammad is a freelance writer, blogger, and marketing manager. She has a Bachelor's degree in sports management and has been blogging since 2006. Raychelle writes mostly about social justice, crime, urban matters, and pop culture. When she isn't working, you can find her doting on her teenage daughter or hitting the gym.

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