I was told that my position was being made redundant 6 months into my mat leave and that I was welcome to apply for a new role being created however part time was not an option and I would need to spend 50% of my time interstate. No thanks.

I'm working as a consultant now, currently about 35 hours a week, all from home. I've got fantastic flexibility and can work around DD. I'll start visiting client sites later this year, but the hours will be dictated by what works for DD and our family.

I'm extraordinarily lucky