Returning to work, feel depressed
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I went back to work a month ago - two days a week and I’ll pick up a third in a month’s time. I was the same as you and couldn’t bear the thought of us being apart - I’d barely left my boy at all prior (my mum has him and MIL will from next month). It’s gone so much better than anticipated and seeing the bond he has with his nanny is lovely. It’s also done me good because although work isn’t a break, it’s helping me learn to be apart from him. It does get easier and, as above, coming back home to little one at the end of the day is everything 😍
It is hard, I know I found it hard. But my daughter absolutely loved nursery from the start, she made a create bond with her key worker, and has since made good friends and has learnt a load of things. They also have the opportunity at nursery to do a lot of activities you wouldn't think of at home. And when you get home or pick them up you get the biggest hug and smile x
Although it’s hard to hear she won’t find it difficult to adjust. Babies just adapt to their surroundings and they will have a great time with other children and all the activities. I felt this way before I went back in Feb and it’s so nice to have time away from my son it makes me appreciate my evenings and days off with him more and it’s nice to be me and not a mum for 3 days of the week!
It does get easier I promise! I think we all feel/felt like this but you do get used to it and 3 days a week isn’t a massive amount so you’ll still get lots of time with her. Just see how it goes xx
I’ve suffered from anxiety about returning to work from since my LO turned around 6 months :( but the closer it gets, the more anxious I get. I have a demanding job, with alot of travel and long hours, which makes me feel more nervous
I went back three days , and trust me you do get used to it! You appreciate having that time for yourself again, and having thag excitement on seeing the little one when you finish! Makes the days off even more special 🙂