Hi Kirstie,

Wow..sounds like its hard work going back to work and leaving your bub with someone else...well hard work when you get them back!!! Thats something i didnt even think of, but yep, you're right. If people do things different to you then that will change them. Its a tough one isnt it. How is he now? Is he getting better with playing alone or still wants you there? Fraser is a bit like that but i can usually get anywhere between 15 and 30 mins...sometimes longer to get things done. Especially now that he's discovered TV..at least it keeps him occupied while i have a shower!! No more running out of the shower half way through to a screaming baby. Woo Hoo.

Im not sure about the work thing either.When I first moved up here I felt really lost, leaving my family, friends and my work. I just couldnt imagine never going back to my old work..it was like another family. But now im pretty content. I love my beautiful boy so much, but it is hard work hey...harder than going to work ever was!!! Great too, but hard!! Its funny isnt it, how much your life changes after having a baby! Everything..even the people you want to hang out with change. You want to be around other Mums because you feel like they understand!

Anyway, if you do decide to go part time, we have started up a Mums group for North Brisbane Mums that meets every Wednesday at 10.30. The last few meets have been at my place..which is easy for me..although it means i have to be on top of the house work...hehe!!! The bubs range from 6 weeks to just over a year so its great. Maybe you should have a sickie and come check it out sometime..lol!!!

Hope everythings getting a bit easier for you, dont stress too much, just do what you feel is right. Take care

Jode