Return to work after mat leave

M really stressed about return to work after mat leave. My little one is 18 months N I hvnt put her in any daycare as m so confused between childcare and family daycare. I am RN n use to work 2 jobs one in hospital n one in medical centre. M also confused n streessed about which one I should choose now to continue as I can't handle 2 jobs with my LO. I love both jobs don't know which one I should quit. But hospital job is the one i am thinking to quit as it's hectic n have nights shifts. My LO only sleep with me n BF at night. I don't hv any help either. Looking for suggestions from other mums if they were in similar situation what would u do or hv done !!!!!

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You could try talking to your NUM to negotiate a flexible working arrangement. This could allow to have set working days and shifts that work alongside your childcare. Are you a union member? ANMF have a lot of useful information and resources you can access.

I went with daycare. There is a higher CCS and everytime I have raised something it has always been addressed quickly. I also found my children have really excelled with their curriculum and will be staying there till they start school. I kept my hospital job and organised reduced hours with set days with my NUM. I still have the option of picking up more but have the job security and regular money coming in. My daughter has learnt to take a bottle. Initially she was upset and it was really hard but neither of us really had an option. She was also only 10 months when she started daycare. Do what you feel is right for you and your little one and remember it will get better.

@Amy hey Amy, I hvnt talked to my NUM yet but ll give it a try. I was ANMF member but currently my membership is on hold. Thank you for ur suggestion I ll look for more information with ANMF

@Claire so u were still doing night shifts ? Even I tried bottle n pacifier but she don't take it. I ll try taking to NUM. Should I email about it or visit in person