When DS1 was 7 months old I went back ft. We all found it very overwhelming, so within a month, DH and I had both dropped down to 4 day weeks (so that DS was only in care 3 days a week). I worked 4 days a week until DS2 was born (DS1 was 19 months), then went back 2 days a week when he was 8 months old (mostly from home). I later increased to 3 days and then went ft (not at home!) when he was about 15 months.
If at all possible I recommend starting with pt work. Ft is very full on and it certainly takes some adjusting to. All the best hun, please let me know if I can help you out with more information, tips etc.
i started a part time job a couple of weeks before DD turned 2, my hours started at about 16 per week (thurs & fri nights, sundays 1-9pm) this suited us, as she was just home as normal with dp. i ended up picking up an extra night (wed) and also every 2nd saturday (1-9pm)
i am currently trying to decide what i want to keep doing, as i need to cut back, but cant afford to leave just yet!
we have all adjusted really well. our routine suits us all. the only thing that is a bit hard is my finishing time. its a take away shop, so there is no set 'finish' time. dp starts work at 5-6am. so if im home later than 9.. i feel bad.
dont let your boss push you into going back full time, you need to do what suits you and your family. personally, i know i couldnt handle full time work, so i wont be doing that at least untill dd2 is in school.
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