Struggling with being back at work

[PuffTheMagicDragon1]

Does it get easier? DS is 6.5 months and I started a new job after being made redundant from my last job 1 week into my maternity leave. I was offered the job by an ex boss who thought the job would be perfect for me. The job is fine and is part time although still nearly 4 full days 1 day more than I would have liked. I just hate being away from DS so much, worried I will miss things, worried no one can look after him like I can (even though they have managed so far). I was 100% sure I would want to go back when I was pregnant as I have never not worked but now I just want to be with my son can't really afford not to work though.

You have to give it time. It's a huge shift and while it's challenging think about the long term benefits. I'm sitting here with 3DC now and with continuing To keep plugging away I have had opportunities open up to me that I've been in a position to take.

You say you are worried that you will miss things and worried no one can look after him like you can.

I had those thoughts too and I think it's completely normally. My 3rd is a Velcro baby currently upset because I put her down to go to the bathroom.

However think of all the things you will be able to do with your DC when they can actually remember because you will have the money to do it. All this 'oh doesn't cost much to raise Dc' is absolute codswallop. It's costs a fortune for them to do the great stuff like the school trips to foreign countries, doing brownies, doing trips in areas that interest them and classes which will help them grow in mind and body.

You are working to provide your DC with a more certain future and a home life where financial worries are less.

Thanks want2, just the normal worries I suppose I'm sure I will get used to it and I find it does make the time I am with him more enjoyable.