I started my home daycare when my DD was 7 mths old. At the time Mat leave was only six months, so in addition to her I had a 3.5mth old, an 8 mth old, and a 9 mth old. I was working 12 hour days most days, hubby was away for work a LOT but I was also in my early 20s so I had a lot more energy than I do now. I find I am more stressed and tired now, emotionally, physically and financially.