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Going to 4 days a week, will my dd be OK

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ljhooray · 14/11/2007 13:02

Hi everyone, need some insights from other mums. I run a business and currently I work 3 days a week whilst my business partner works 5 days. Our business has a lot of potential but I really need to do 4 days to make it work. My dd is currently in nursery 2 days a week and loves it (she's been going since 6 1/2 months) and my husband covers the other day. I'm sure I'm being crazy but the shift to 4 days means I spend more days working than with her and I'm worried I'm being selfish. I love my job but I love my little girl so much, I don't want to do anything to negative affect her.

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ska · 14/11/2007 13:07

am having similar dilemna myself so sympathise. my feeling is that this is more about how WE feel than them! I am sure she will be fine and adapt really well. can you afford to get a cleaner or similar to help you really focus on her when you are with her? good luck!

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iwouldgoouttonight · 14/11/2007 13:20

Is there any chance of you working from home one of those days? I work four days a week but one of them I work from home while DP looks after DS. It means I get work done but can spend time with them both at lunchtime, during breaks, etc.

I think as long as you try to spend quality time with your DD on the days you spend with her (ie try and get your chores done when she's asleep) then four days a week is fine. If you love your job your happiness will rub off onto your DD too.

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chocolatekimmy · 14/11/2007 20:53

I have just gone from 2.5 days to 5 per week (not particularly through choice though) and its been ok. I have my moments when I feel bad but in fact the evenings and weekends are much more enjoyable - I think I put more of an effort in to please the children and focus on them completely.

Get some help with domestic stuff if you can, keep as much free time as possible so that you can concentrate on your family rather than cleaning etc. Also think of the benefits with regard to income and how you feel.

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ljhooray · 18/11/2007 20:13

Hi ladies,

Thank you so much for your support here, really needed some insights from mums that are going through this too.