Dollars and Cents: What Mothers Are Worth

A recent study conducted by Salary.com estimated that the average US stay-at-home mom would earn $134,121.00 annually if paid for all her work. The average US mom who works outside the home on a full-time basis would earn $85,876 annually on top of her actual wages for the work she does at home. While it would wonderful to be paid to do all the things I do as a mother (who would say "No" to $85K on top of what already earn outside the home?), the only payment I seek is an unsolicited, sweet little kiss from my little girl. When she approaches me and places a kiss on my lips, all the sleepless nights, sore nipples and minor inconveniences that a child brings are quickly forgotten.