Universal Child Care Is a No-Brainer

TL;DR

The author was able to transition back to work after having her son due to personal financial circumstances and privilege, not due to America's paid leave or childcare policies.
Her son attended New York City's Universal Pre-Kindergarten at age 4, which provided him with a diverse peer group and educational benefits.
The author's family income eventually exceeded expenses due to preschool, after-school care, and summer camp, after previously relying on savings.
She highlights the unfairness that many families and children do not have the same opportunities due to lack of financial resources and access to quality childcare and educational programs.
Personal advantages like lack of student debt, family support for childcare, and the ability to afford a nanny and quality childcare program gave her child an edge.

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