[eequah9L]

Plus kids are generally noisy, in a way that's optimized to get your attention as a grown-up. I had to move out to an external office. There were more reasons than just noise -- we were also expecting a second one, and this was a two-bedroom apartment, it wouldn't work one way or another. But noise and attention were what pushed me over the edge to start looking for a nearby office for rent. I can't imagine getting much done with a toddler in the corner of my eye, as another commenter here puts it. Though I suppose work substance matters, too. If you are in meetings all day, sure, I guess that could work.