To ask your experience of being a working mother

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Liveandletlive7 · 27/05/2025 10:01

Due to return to work following maternity leave soon and absolutely dreading it. I know it’s part of life and I’m going back to work for DC as we couldn’t possibly survive on one income forever but I’m riddled with guilt. Can I ask your experience of being a working mother?

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Scottishskifun · 27/05/2025 20:09

In one word hectic but I wouldn't change it!
It's much easier to do my job ft then pt but I do work flexibly and so does DH.
All meals are 30 min or less wonders or slow cooker.

We definitely have a lived in home but we prioritise family time and do cleaning once kids are in bed etc.

BrummieGinge889 · 27/05/2025 20:16

MidnightPatrol · 27/05/2025 10:19

I don’t find guilt a problem, my child is very happy in nursery and with a couple of WFH days I can juggle things quite well.

The main issue that I am exhausted, struggle to find time for myself, and the resulting grind means I seem susceptible to getting ill etc more easily. I used to enjoy cooking but now it’s a massive hassle and I have no passion for it etc.

I suppose this will work itself out over time, but the fun: tasks ratio is waaaay out of kilter.

Yep same here. Baby is super happy but I have zero time to myself. I guess it partly depends on what kind of job you have.

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