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hvparent.com n Hudson Valley Parent 13 QUESTION: What is one misconception you had when starting your business about how family life would integrate with your new business schedule? "One misconception was that my family would be as excited and interested in my business as I am. The endless hours of homework done at the office, the nights they slept on the couch while I worked through the night grew tiresome for them," says Jen Dunn. "I thought that I could continue functioning at the same fast paced level I did prior to my daughter's arrival. Lately, some things take longer than expected, but to work side-by-side with my family is priceless," says Kristen Brown. "I was pretty overwhelmed in the beginning trying to make every day look the same. There are non- negotiables that we fit in everyday like healthy meals, movement, work hours, and family connection without screens. Create a non-negotiable list for your day and be flexible with the rest to help bring more joy and ease to your life," says Jane Savage. "I believed that I could easily integrate my business with my family and vice versa. I now know that I'm at my best when I block off my time and protect each important area of my life as much as possible," says Filomena Fanelli. For more advice from these moms go to HVParent.com/BusinessMoms Arlington Dental Associates & IRA STIER, DDS est 1988 • Botox & Fillers • Veneers & Crowns • Sleep Apnea • Dental Implants • Weight Loss 2 Locaions Poughkeepsie & Fishkill 845-454-7023 • Arldent.com Call now to schedule an appointment! $ 50 OFF Any Service