Teresa Giudice and husband Joe ask to serve their YEARS in prison one after the other for sake of four kids

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Real Housewives Of New Jersey stars want to serve time one after the other
Hope to have one parent at home while the other is in prison for sake of four kids
Their daughters range in age from 13-years-old to only five-years-old
Teresa and Joe pleaded guilty to 39 charges which included fraudulent loan and mortgage applications and failure to pay taxes
Joe faces potential sentence of 37 to 46 months and Teresa could get 21 to 27 months

PUBLISHED: 14:20 EST, 5 March 2014 | UPDATED: 15:45 EST, 5 March 2014

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Teresa Giudice and husband Joe are worried about their four daughters.

On Wednesday TMZ reported the Real Housewives Of New Jersey stars will ask a judge to stagger their prison sentences so that one parent can take care of their children while the other serves their time behind bars.

On Tuesday the couple pleaded guilty to several charges including bankruptcy fraud, conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud, and failing to pay taxes.

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Leaving court: Teresa Giudice and Joe Giudice leave court after pleading guilty to fraud charges in court on Tuesday in Newark, New Jersey

Their children are all young - Gia, is aged 13, Gabriella, is aged 11, Milania, is aged nine, and Audriana, is aged five.

One of the couple's attorneys, Miles Feinstein, told TMZ he's 'confident' the judge will grant the reality stars' request. Their sentencing date is scheduled for July 8.

Under federal guidelines, Joe faces a potential sentence of 37 to 46 months and Teresa could get 21 to 27 months.

Kids come first: The Giudices are parents to four daughters, seen here during a birthday party

Sad times: Teresa, pictured with two of her four daughters in September, said she was heartbroken about the effect her crimes would have on her children

Also on Wednesday, RadarOnline reported Teresa will ask if she can serve her time under house arrest.

'Before Teresa is formally sentenced by the judge, she will meet with the United States Probation Department and a report will be prepared,' a source told the site.

'The report will outline recommendations for sentencing for the judge to consider and one of those items will include if house arrest is suitable for Teresa.'

If she does get to serve her time in the family's sprawling mansion, prosecutors will fight to band her Bravo reality show cameras from filming there, according to the site.

UsWeekly pointed out in their March 17 cover story that there's more trouble on the horizon for Joe who could get 10 years in jail for allegedly using his brother Pietro's ID in 2010 to secure a driver's license.

The couple arrived hand-in-hand on Tuesday and did not talk to reporters assembled outside.

They were asked by U.S. District Judge Esther Salas if they admitted their guilt, to which both replied: 'Yes, your honor,' according to NJ.com.

Their lawyer, Henry Klingeman, read a statement on Teresa's behalf after they left the courtroom.

'Today, I took responsibility for a series of mistakes I made several years ago,' she said. 'I am heartbroken that this is affecting my family — especially my four young daughters, who mean more to me than anything in the world.'

Court in the act: The Real Housewives Of New Jersey star seen here arriving at court sporting a full face of make-up and bouffant hair

The plea deal comes after they pleaded not guilty last year to dozens of charges including bank fraud, wire fraud and bankruptcy fraud.

They were accused of exaggerating income while applying for loans before their Bravo reality show debuted in 2009, then hiding their fortunes in a bankruptcy filing after the first season aired.

They are also accused of submitting fraudulent mortgage and loan applications and fabricating tax returns and W-2 forms.

Joe allegedly failed to file federal tax returns for several years beginning in 2004.

Earlier this week it was reported the couple had struck a plea deal with the US Attorney's Office over the 41 counts of fraud.

'Real Housewives' stars Joe and Teresa arrive at federal court

Double trouble: She was joined by husband Joe and they pleaded guilty on mortgage and bankruptcy fraud charges

Federal prosecutors previously said the couple faced up to 50 years in prison.

Joe likely will be given permission to remain in the country. Since he is an Italian and not a US citizen, he could have been deported after conviction, according to prosecutors.

The Giudices were charged with 39 counts of fraud last July plus two more counts in November. The charges allege that between 2001 and 2011 they engaged in conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud.

They were both charged with bank fraud, loan application fraud and bankruptcy fraud. Joe also is charged with failing to file tax returns for 2005-2009. They pleaded not guilty and the judge denied their request for separate trials.

Teresa has talked about her efforts to stay strong amid the legal trouble for the sake of her daughters.

Support: The couple held hands as they arrived at the Federal Court in Newark and did not speak to reporters

Sham: The Giudice home in Towoca, New Jersey is a sprawling mansion worth $4 million

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Twoo, Los Angeles, United States, 19 hours ago

They didn't think of that before the crimes were committed?

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Chicagoannie, chicago, United States, 19 hours ago

Trash. He extensions cost more that I make in a week. Yet "broke." But we'll still be seeing them living in a million+ mansion, driving the Mercedes and drinking Don. Just not together....at least for a few years!

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Alexandra, Midwest, United States, 20 hours ago

I'm sorry for the kids, but it rubs me the wrong way for them to expect any special favors like not serving their sentences at the same time. They obviously weren't thinking of their children's best interests when they chose to lie, cheat, swindle, and steal. In other news.... that woman's hair is WEIRD, the way it sits high on her forehead. Who does she think she is kidding?

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Sharon, Toronto, Canada, 20 hours ago

No favours or special treatment. The couple should have thought about their four kids BEFORE they committed their crimes

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angie devillier, Fayetteville N.C., 20 hours ago

Well they sure weren't worried about them when they were committing the crime. Why can't people just admit their just sorry they got caught?!!! They don't love their kids because IF they did they wouldn't have done those crimes!!!!! They were just greedy and selfish!!!! My heart goes out to those children the innocent always have to pay!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Sloneygrl, San Diego USA, 20 hours ago

I don't think that's how it works dear. Prison is supposed to inconvenience your life.

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sherry, Long Beach, United States, 20 hours ago

Is her hair for real?

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Paul, lansdale, United States, 21 hours ago

has she been dropped form the show yet

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Watchandwonder, Liverpool, United Kingdom, 21 hours ago

If they were that worried about their children they wouldn't have committed crimes that they knew would land them in jail. No sympathy. Hopefully their children will have someone honest and loving to provide them with a stable loving home for when these two get sent away.

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Sunshiny day, Charlotte, United States, 21 hours ago

if they are going in the slammer, why should they goi g one after the other their are many kids with felons as parents how very, why they should be getting off the hook or privilege, get rid of a 4M$ home and replace it with a 4k$ home