I respect mum's who make a decision to work or not and do what is best for them, their family and their situation. But sadly I have to go to work and I think this is why I feel a bit of resentment about going back and not spending the time with my children. It will be fine, I've done it once before and I'm not remotely worried about the children! They are going to be at a wonderful nursery and I know that this environment is really good for them both socially and emotionally but I feel like I'm going to miss out on so much as well as having to put to deal with two very tired children on a weekend.
I think this return to work is harder for a few reasons, for a start I'm not pregnant so it doesn't feel short term! But also having a toddler we have such a lot more interaction than when she was a baby and she's becoming so chatty, I also have a life when on maternity as we do things in the day (such a puddle jumping!) and socialising with friends. When I return to work it feels like it takes over and I don't see my mummy friends as much. But this time I resolve to taking more afternoons off to meet up with friends to ensure that I keep my much valued support circle and my children see their friends who they've become so fond of. This will all take some adjustment for us all and I'll update you on how we're all getting on but how have other people found their return to work? Or are you looking forward to returning to work? I'd really like to hear other peoples work stories.
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Good luck with your countdown to returning to work. I totally understand how you feel. Enjoy each day! Feeling like you have to do it, or your not ready is rubbish. Great post, will be true for so many Mum's out there!
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Thanks Zena! So hard having it looming but trying to focus on enjoying the time I have with them than worrying about how grumpy and tired they're going to be after a week at nursery!
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