Hello everyone,
I have a dilemma that I need some mum's opinions on. I decided I didn't want to go back to work after I have my bub and am planning on starting my own part-time business from home. However, to gain the qualifications I need to start this, I have to do an intensive live-in course in country Vic (Newbury) for 7 days. I am due on the 10th of September and the course starts on the 17th of October, so bub could be as young as 3-4 weeks (if I'm overdue). Its going to cost me a fortune to hire someone and pay for their accommodation and there is no child care within the district. I could leave her with my mum, but she is 3 hours away and I am scared about being away from her for so long, while she is so young. Hubby could come along but that means him trying to get time off work.

My dilemma is... what would be the best way to organise child care in this situation and should I leave her with my mother for 7 days, am I just being a paranoid new mum????

I need to do this course to enable me to spend more time with her in the long run, if anyone has any ideas and opinions I would appreciate your input!