Wow, I was still slurring my words with tiredness when DS was 6 weeks old! There is no way I could've held down any kind of responsible position, my hat is off to you for going back to work during that time. Well done! I can understand how it affected you negatively and also the reasons why you're considering stopping. It is a HUGE decision and one that I personally agonised over for months! What would people think? Would I be able to get another job in my field in years to come? Could we survive financially? Would I be happy at home?

In my case, I didn't return to work at all. Financially we have had some tight months but I have found that somehow we always get through, with whatever we have. I LOVE being at home. I make sure we have outings and scheduled things for DS such as swimming lessons. I have found I cope better with a plan, more so than just floating though week to week if that makes sense.

Good luck with your decision! I'm sure you'll make the right one for your family.