They have two kids. Day care costs ~$800/mo per kid, so that ain't happening. Without a friend or family network, childcare is a juggling act. Maybe they opted

They have two kids. Day care costs ~$800/mo per kid, so that ain't happening. Without a friend or family network, childcare is a juggling act. Maybe they opted for one to stay home. Maybe one can wait tables at night at less than $8/hr and pray for tips. A second car is likely needed. My wife and I did this. Quick kid hand off as I walked in the door and she walked out (or I could pick up kids from her work if I was late). We saw each other for under 10 minutes a day.