Returning to work

I don’t have any advice, as I know I’ll feel exactly the same when I have to return to work in the near future. However, I couldn’t just scroll past and just pass on a virtual hug and send positive thoughts your way. Have you left him for any periods of time before? Is he going to nursery? Xx

I went back to work 7 weeks after giving birth (long story!). In short, prepare for the mum guilt of leaving your baby. For the first week I couldn’t even say goodbye and had to leave the house. It got better after a while as my husband, who was the primary caregiver, gave me updates and photos during the day which made it easier over time and seeing what an amazing time he was having. It made me feel better that I had left my baby with someone I trust. I went back on maternity leave in March and I have to say I really don’t want to go back to work (but I have to) in September. I know I will feel guilty for leaving him but I think it will be easier this time for me as I know my little one will be looked after by either my husband or mother and will be at nursery a few days. The nursery is a lovely one and I trust the staff there will be good. Who are leaving baby with? Have a chat with them about concerns etc. Also think about yourself and your wellbeing without baby.

I understand that when you go on maternity leave, everything becomes about baby, but start thinking about yourself a little. It is good sometimes to have a bit of breathing space so that you can do things for yourself- that is how I looked at my commute time before going home. Don’t get me wrong, I missed my baby terribly and looked forward to going home, but I found the time to do things for myself that was not work or baby related. I think it is easy to loose your identity a bit. Not sure but I hope this helps? If you want to message me, feel free to x

@Caz Thank you 🥰 He's had time with grandparents before but for shorter periods of time and I usually get loads of updates throughout the day but when I go to work i can't have my phone so I won't get that. Hes going to nursery from September x

@Elaine Oh god bless you! I usually get alot of updates but when I'm at work I won't be able to which I think I'm going to struggle with. Hes staying with Grandparents, I will have a talk with them. It's just going to brle hard passing the responsibility.