Going back and dreading...

Starbear06

I know all of you moms went through what I am going through right now. I am going back to work in two weeks and I am dreading leaving DS. He's going to a good daycare and I know he'll be fine but the anticipation of actually leaving him there is breaking my heart. I've always known that this was the arrangement when we had kids but being with him 24/7 for the pc

ast 3 months I just can't imagine not being with him and knowing if he's happy or sad. I guess this is more of a vent to moms who understand how I'm feeling right at this moment.

I never really thought about it until now. I've always known he was going to daycare and that was that but as its getting closer I'm becoming an emotional wreck. Any words of encouragement/advice/wisdom? TIA! 

JuliaSaidYes

I went back to work just last Monday (a week ago). You can do this. It's not going to be easy and it's ok to cry. Just know that it gets a little easier every day. I was a total emotional trainwreck on this board and my BMB last week and people gave great tips if you want to dig up the post. Good luck!

kzibble3149

I know exactly how you feel! I am going back to work in a couple of weeks as well, and it already makes me want to cry whenever I think about leaving DD. My mother moved back to town to help out and keep her when I work, which is around 60 hours a week including drive time... Just thinking about missing that much of her life is killing me. She hasn't been away from me for more than 2 or 3 hours since she was born. I have already informed DH that he will be bringing her to see me on his days off! Maybe that will keep me from going crazy!

iverske9

Usually it is the buildup that is worse than actually going back. It is ok to be upset but give it a little time and from a mom back to work for 7 months it gets easier I promise.