I do NOT want to go back to work

Posted Monday, June 23, 2008 5:18 AM

I realized that I only have 4 weeks left of maternity leave, and im freaking out. Im not ready to go back to work. I dont want to leave my baby for 4-8 hours a day. Im thinking about talking to my boss about only having me work 4 hours for a week or 2 to have me get used to being away then easing into an 8 hour shift, but with my luck she will tell me no.

If we could afford it, I wouldn't even work. Aaron feels bad that I have to go back to work but with the cost of living, gas, groceries, plus diapers and other baby stuff, theres no way only one person can work right now. At least he will be home with the baby until the end of september when he goes back to work.

Oh yeah he is taking an extra 6 weeks off for paternity leave, at the end of august. I already told him to take lots of pictures for when I go back to work and send them to my phone.

I cried today thinking about going back to work, its too much right now. I shouldnt even be thinking about it, seeing as I still have a full month left, but im being realistic.

I just love being with my 2 girls so much, that im afraid I will miss so much when im gone Sad

In other news that is actually good news

-we're going to Avila in a couple weeks. It will be interesing to go on vaction witha newborn. We've never done it before

-We went to Applebees a few days ago, and Aly slept the whole time. We didnt know how she would be, but she did well. Right when we were leaving she woke up and just looked around, it was a good family outing.

Posted by CherryHeart
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re: I do NOT want to go back to work

I'm sorry that you have to go back so soon! :(  That would def. be hard.  That's why I'm thankful in Canada we get 52 weeks (1 year) in Canada. I hope everything works out.

Posted by Ashley T    Monday, June 23, 2008 7:42 AM


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Try not to think about going back right now.  It will probably be very hard, but for now, just enjoy every moment that you can.  Also, that is so great that she just slept through your dinner.  I love looking at babies in restaurants.  I swear that restaurants are the source of mine and Matt's baby fever.

Posted by MandyE-worth    Monday, June 23, 2008 8:09 AM


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I know, I have to go back full time at 7 weeks postpartum, and I'm not going to be happy about it.  I mean, they all say you're like a zombie the first 6 weeks, so that first week I finally start to feel good and enjoy everything, I have to go back to work and put my baby in daycare.  Yikes.

Posted by edmo    Monday, June 23, 2008 10:31 AM


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I agree with 100%!  I am a teacher and went back when DS was 3 mo.  But family was watching him and it was only for 6 weeks.  I am off for 2 whole months and already thinking about it daily.  I wish there was something I could do that was from home or at night.  I enjoy working but I enjoy DS more!

Posted by Kbrat    Tuesday, June 24, 2008 9:47 AM


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Don't do it,  maybe you can manage with one income. You never know till you try it. Good Luck either way.

Posted by Clery    Wednesday, June 25, 2008 3:50 PM


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I know the feeling.  Once you get back in the swing of things, you will not feel as bad. I went through the same thing. But I know that by working, I am setting a good example for my son and my husband and I can afford extras for him that we otherwise would not if I didn't work. Trust me - I empathize completely! I wish you and your family the best.

Posted by rmsmith416    Thursday, June 26, 2008 7:37 AM


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My baby isn't even here yet and I'm already dreading going back to work.  I wish that I lived in Canada too--1 yr off work would be fantastic.  Enjoy every moment with your girls.

Posted by tqsbride    Saturday, June 28, 2008 10:22 PM


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Try talking to your boss. The idea of easing back into work is great! Even if she says no, at least you gave it a shot! Good Luck!

... Let's all move to Canada!

Posted by Kflie83    Sunday, June 29, 2008 5:02 AM


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