I know some people face that dilemma, but I can tell you this.... I stayed home and raised my two during their formative years.
Today both of them are outstanding, well adjusted (kind of :), and great parents and citizens. I wouldn't take $100,000,000,000 for our history, those memories, and our loving relationship today.
I think its great that you could be a stay home mother. I believe that is the best way. I was merely pointing out that in some cases it simply cannot be done.