Returning to work

I am due back in September and also using a childminder. I started with settling in days so my baby goes once a week for 3/4 hours and she is settling In great. I think childminders are more flexible and will work with you with things. I was really worried about breakfast and getting there for 8am but she gives my little girl her breakfast there. I'm anxious about going back. I don't want to leave her at all. But I guess will do us both good. Xxx

I’m also anxious sending my lg to daycare from next week while I go to work. Worried about her nap times and crying

@Simi I'm the same with the childminder. Anxious about how he is going to be with her and breakfast. He has had me all to myself since he has been born . Dad works away all week so is only home at weekends . Just hope he settles with her.

@Lisa ah that's good to hear about being flexible that's what I'm more worried about . Ah that's good you have settled her in I've only got two settling in sessions but only for an hour then he is in with her twice a week just pray they get on. I know it's hard going back isn't it 😔 xx

@Abbie yeah I know just wany the adjustment period over with now want to be in a routine and know it's all fine. Ah that's great dad has little one while your working xx

I’m returning in September and super anxious to relinquish control 😂 we have our own little routine going and it’s going to take some settling down time I’m sure. Going to miss him like mad x

@Laura I just want to fast forward to know everyone has settled into new routine and I know it's all fine xx

Yes so much! I can't figure out how to make it all work timings wise and I'm very worried about he'll be when he's at nursery 😢

I’ve been back at work since early May… It’s amazing how quickly you get used to it and also your baby. Our daughter switches between different family members on different days x

@Rebecca I'm the same. I walk the dog first thing so will have to fit that in before getting ready for work and drop off. So much to think about lol

@Stacey aw that's really good. I'll be fine in a months time just want to smooth all the bumps out of the way whilst I'm off but can't 😞 I wasn't like this with my first lol

@Sarah there literally is so much to cram in!

I'm back in 5 weeks full time and my mum is having our little one 1/2 a week then I'm having him work from home with me. Not ideal but we cannot afford childcare even with the 15hrs

I went back 1st June and we’re still finding our feet - but it gets easier every week! I actually enjoy having time where I’m not just mummy! I was so worried before but it will work out all ok, I promise! And your baby will be so excited to see you when you get home!! And your days with baby are so much more exciting - I really look forward to my days with my boy 🥰