I am 25yrs old cuurently studying to become a Barrister or Solicitor.I should hopefully qualify in 2013 if all goes to plan….however, my husband (30yrs old) and i have recently been discussing how we would love to have children as we both come from large families.

I was wondering how do female Solicitors and Barristers juggle working life with 2 or more children? Does evryone have a nanny? Do firms/chambers give the opportunity to work part time or from home?

I don’t want to be one of those mothers who misses out on ther childs first words,first steps etc but know that in todays world my partners income just isnt enough to support us all.

I am worrying that when i qualify and plan to have a baby i am going to have to choose over family or career…is this still the case in the 21st Century? Is it possible?

Please help…should i consider an alternative career?

NB: from UK