Feeling nervous about going back into work

[kidsdriveyoucrazy]

Haven't worked in a long time around three years as I have had DD and DS. I feel very nervous and feel as though I won't be good enough.

Thinking about volunteering a few hours a week to get back into the swing of things. OH thinks it's a stupid idea because I already know how do it and deserve a wage.

Where as I feel like I want to build my confidence back up and commit a few hours before jumping right back in.

Volunteering is an excellent idea if you can do it. Gets you some recent experience for your CV, demonstrates that you're willing to commit and helps get you into a work-like routine with the family.

Obviously, paid work would be even better, but that might not happen straight away.

If you are happy to volunteer it seems a good idea, both for your confidence and also to add something recent to your CV and make job hunting hopefully a bit easier :)

I was off work for 2 years and did some volunteer work about 6 months before I got the job I’m doing now. I did it because I wanted to build confidence too but I made sure it was something sort of relevant to what I wanted to do next.
They brought up the volunteering in my interview and it looked good to fill a gap in my cv. I think it shows you’re making an effort to do something to get back in the work place. Do it. Apart from anything else it’s nice to meet new people and have a purpose.

It’s a great idea and a lot of employers will look favourably on it. Plus it really helps get some confidence back too.

@LokisLover that's great I have applied for a few. I really need the confidence I feel like I have completely lost it being at home with the kids everyday.

It is all a bit scary going back to work after having children, I completely understand how you feel. Your focus is so on them I think you can lose yourself a bit.

Good luck, I hope you find something.