Going back to work

shaunamw · August 2011

So my first day back is tomorrow, and while I'm only going to be working two days a week, I am still sad. The longest I have been away from LO is about four hours and I'll be gone for ten hours while I'm at work. I know he is going to be fine he is with my sister and he loves her but I'm going to miss him. I've already made a slide show of cute pics for my computer, however, I'm not sure I should even look at them it might make me more sad. Props to all you full time working moms. You guys are amazing strong women.

mrssburnison · August 2011

It will be hard, and although I'm one of the lucky few that get to be home with my DD for a year... I do take time to get away. Its not easy even if its only for a few hours, but the more you do it the easier it will be. It's harder on you than it is on LO, and its good for them to have time with others. Good luck!

dcivic33 · August 2011

The first day will be the hardest, but it does get easier with time. I cried all the way to work the first day. Tip: Dont wear too much make-up on the first day. to avoid streaks on your face Stick out tongue Luckily, you only work 2 days a week.

LifetimeOfLove · August 2011

dcivic33:

The first day will be the hardest, but it does get easier with time. I cried all the way to work the first day. Tip: Dont wear too much make-up on the first day. to avoid streaks on your face Luckily, you only work 2 days a week.

This exactly. DH thought I was nuts with all the crying I did. And be forwarned, people will come up to you all day and ask how you are holding up. It drove me nuts! As soon as I stopped crying, someone would ask how I was doing and it would start all over again. I just had to keep telling myself it was only for a few weeks before summer break.

As for the slideshow, for me it would make it worse that first week. I had pictures to put on my desk. I put them out and everytime I looked at them, I'd cry. I had to wait about a week before I could really put them out.

Good luck. Just keep telling yourself, "It's only 2 days. I can do this!"

Klmorgan83 · August 2011

Trust me, it gets easier! Once you have your second you will actually look forward to going back to work because it will be a break from your kids and some adult interaction! I was much more upset when I went back with #1 than I was with #2.

hispenguin · August 2011

It's hard being back to work, but it does get easier. I found it better that I have framed pics of DD in my office so when I'm missing her I can just stare at her cute little face.

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