Caught between a job and hard place ;)

lorist202

I was very fortunate that we were able to survive on DH's pay so I could be a SAHM for nearly two years.  It was what I really wanted for DS, and I was willing to make the financial (and other) sacrifices.  It worked out well also, because with the economy in the toilet, I was having a hard time finding work in my industry.  

My new job is great, and DS is learning and thriving in daycare.  This is exactly what I wanted for us both.  DH and I will begin TTC for our next baby in the summer/fall, and will hopefully have another baby in Spring/ Summer 2014.

To think ahead to the birth of LO #2, as it relates to leave of absence vs. SAH again seemed crazy, until today.  My boss dropped the bomb on me that she will be retiring at the end of the year, and I will be training for her position from now until then.  I'm thrilled to have such an incredible opportunity; however, I'm unsure if what I want for LO #2 is to be cared for by someone other than me for the first year.

If I get P in say...August, then I'll be announcing it in November, about a month before my boss retires.  How awkward!  Maybe I'm over thinking this, but I feel like I'm caught between a rock and hard place.  Surely I can't give up this fantastic opportunity for something that hasn't even happened yet, but I feel like I'm doing my small company a disservice to make them scramble to fill the position during my... leave?   Sorry this is so long....

cindybaf

This may be flammable, but did you even want your boss's position in the first place? If not I'd tell your work to find someone else for the position. You have a lot to think about, would there be a pay increase? Could you push back ttc another year? Would you want to? How much time off do you want to take? Most jobs will only allow 3 months, so while its good to plan ahead, I would go for it, take the position, wait and see about #2. Then make your choice.

Emilia0101

I agree with the PP do you want the job? If not I would speak up now. I had a friend that wasn't pregnant yet but would constantly make choices around the prospect of becoming pregnant and a lot of great options passed her by.If you want the job enjoy the experience and see what the future holds.