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Mom Explains Benefits of Living as Family of Five in Two-Bedroom Apartment

Mom Explains Benefits of Living as Family of Five in Two-Bedroom Apartment

Summary

A mother in New York explains why her family of five chooses to live in a two-bedroom apartment, with all three children sharing one room. She highlights the benefits of shared living, such as fostering communication and respect among her children.

Key Facts

  • Sarah Almodovar, her husband Peterson, and their three kids live in a two-bedroom apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan.
  • The family intentionally chooses to share a small living space to emphasize relational closeness.
  • Each child has a personal space within a shared room, using triple bunk beds.
  • The family believes that boundaries and communication are more important than having separate rooms for privacy.
  • Their apartment is about 720 square feet and has been customized with DIY projects over the years.
  • Sarah's social media reel about their living arrangement was viewed over 24,000 times.
  • Many other parents shared similar living experiences and arrangements.
  • The family believes fulfillment comes from relationships and cooperation, not accumulating possessions.

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