Mum guilt
Hi mum's I think I'm just after a bit of reassurance really. Since my little boy came along ive been doing 16 hours per week in a job I've been at for years and I've come to hate it. I've been offered a really good job now however I will be moving up to 37 hours. My little boy is already in nursery and loves it however I am now questioning if this is the right decision. I'm worried he's going to be in nursery too long and that it's a really long day for him. I'm worried that I'm going back full time too soon. But on the other hand I am excited to get back to being the old me and helping my husband out financially as it's been a struggle with only one full time wage coming in. Does anyone else work long hours and how do you manage the mum guilt as well as trying to improve your career? Thank you ❤️
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Also in a year or so he’ll be full time school, and then this job opportunity probably won’t be here. Have to look long term. My sons in nursery 24 hours a week, he used to be in 30 since 10 months old until a friend kindly offered to have him for an afternoon a week. He’s never had any issue, yes it might be an adjustment for a few weeks getting used to be extra tired but he’ll manage and work itself out. I’d say go for the new job, do it for you
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The mum guilt doesn't go away but you need to do what's best for your family. If your son is happy then I don't think it makes that much difference to them at this age if it's 2 days or 5.