Returning to work

@Elise aw I’m sorry to hear that, I feel you. Mine will be just under a year old when I go back and she’ll be in nursery Monday and Friday. My job doesn’t really let me do part time so it’s all or nothing. Problem is I can’t afford to drop my salary an awful lot or we won’t be able to cover our rent and bills etc as well as our own monthly payments. My partner and I have already cut down on everything that isn’t essential 😔

I went back to work this week and found the thought more difficult than actually going, I’m so happy to be back work, I get to be around adults x

@Ryan tbh a conversation with another adult does sound nice! I think I’d feel like this if it wasn’t for the environment more than the role If that makes sense?

I returned to work this week my little one is 7 months she's spending this month with her dad, I'm only working part time this month, then next month when I'm back full time she will be going to a childminder. At first I was so worried about her and so stressed about leaving her and upset. But actually I've enjoyed myself being around adults and having normal conversations. Part of me has mum guilt for enjoying being back to myself but I know my little one is going to love going to the childminder as she does so many fun activities with them and she will get to be around other children of a similar age so it will be good for her. X

I've just gone back to work and was dreading it. I was difficult I won't lie but you find that you're so busy and talking to adults it's easier once you there. I guess might be different when she starts nursery but her dad constantly sends me pictures and videos which is such a nice thing on my lunch break

I also return in March and actually had a full KIT day today which has helped me prepare for my return. I think the KIT days help with that transition back to work but in no way does it take away the anxiety I have about eventually leaving him 4 days 8 till 6. My concern is that I just feel so out of my depth, I have brain fog and I can barely string a coherent sentence together these days. I’ve always suffered with imposter syndrome and I just think it’s going to get worse once I return. I’ve also thought about other options as I’m currently in a very senior position but I just don’t know what I would do and I can’t afford to lose the income. I guess this is a long winded way of saying I know how you feel ❤️

@Elise it’s so bloody difficult and I don’t think it’s made easy for mums these days. Really hope you get somewhere soon

@Abigail aw that’s good. I’m glad my girl is going to nursery for the same reason but equally so dreading the thought of returning to work and balancing everything. I just want to spend every day with her! She’s like my little shadow x

@Charlie I actually really appreciate the long winded way of saying that, does seem we’re in the same boat 😔 luckily we only have 2 days, not actually sure on the times though- probably should find that out! I haven’t used any KIT days yet. I’m the first in my role to have maternity and it’s the first time dealing with it for my manager. I’m so tired these days, more so recently as we’re on month 4 of 5-5:30 wake ups. Don’t know how I’m going to do all the driving I have to do plus emails and calls! 😓♥️

Shes like my little shadow too but don't worry it's amazing when you come home and she's so excited to see you and has all the smiles and giggles it's the most amazing feeling 💓

@Abigail thank you, I know it’ll be ok it’s just the build up at the moment is giving me soooo much anxiety! Silly really x