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Feel like crying

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Nooriginalusername23 · 11/01/2023 19:20

I’m recently back to work after 9 months maternity and I’ve been fighting the urge to not cry every time I go in. I’m part time and I really like my job so I have no idea why I’m feeling like that. I feel like I could burst into tears but try not to cry. I am not sad about anything, nothing bad is happening and I’m completely fine when I’m at home. Does anyone have any advice on this? I know I should toughen up and get on with work but I feel terrible when I’m there.

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KMW79 · 11/01/2023 19:25

This is totally normal! It’s the transition period, you’ve had a different life for 9 months, hormones, being a new mum etc. You say you like your job so please don’t worry, you’ll settle into a routine and you’ll be fine. Xx

Flamingogirl08 · 11/01/2023 19:26

I went back this week after Maternity and I did actually burst into tears this morning and had a horrible anxious feeling all day. I still have it now. No actual advice but I know exactly how you feel. I don't hate my job either and I don't know why I have this feeling. I'm hoping it'll ease with time

Koolie2222 · 11/01/2023 19:28

It’s hard but it gets better. Focus on the positives (adult conversation, no nappies to change, mental stimulation for you)

Nooriginalusername23 · 11/01/2023 21:03

Thank you so much for the replies.
@Flamingogirl08 sorry you’re experiencing the same. It’s horrible and I’m hoping it will ease too.

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