2007-01-20 13:01:02 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Is it too soon to go back to work? No. The fact that you feel ashamed, though, leads me to question why you're going back to work. If you want to be home with your child, then you should enjoy it, regardless of what other people say. However, if you are going back to work because you want to, and it will make you happy, then go for it. Find good childcare, though.
I love my kids, but I was ready to go back to work at four weeks. I was beyond thrilled when my maternity leave was over for my second child. Every woman is different. A happy mommy makes for a happy (and less stressed ) baby.
Good luck, whatever you decide. And don't let anyone undermine your decision. The stay-at-home v. working moms war needs to stop. Do what's best for you and your baby and remind critics that they're not raising your kid, you are.
2007-01-20 14:00:32 · answer #1 · answered by mybabiesRcute 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
One of the best jobs in the world is being a mother - don't be pressured by others into thinking that your child is best left with some daycare agency while you work hard all day long worrying about your baby. Do the best job of taking care of your baby that you can - never be ashamed. If you can afford to stay at home and take care of your baby, you should. If not, consider working from the home. Every baby needs a mother.
2007-01-20 13:22:43 · answer #2 · answered by oh really 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why are you ashamed to be not working outside the home, enjoy the baby, they grow so fast, if you don't have to work stay home, look at all the latchkey kids now. If you have to work, give it another month if possible, but don't feel ashamed of being home thats a bigger job and a better job than any and it pays when you see your children grow into wonderful people.
2007-01-20 13:08:42 · answer #3 · answered by irene_mi44 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm really sorry about your situation... This should be a joyful time for you instead of painful. The first person you need to make happy, is yourself. I reccommend you see a psychologist, for your own mental and physical health and of course that will be transmitted over to your baby. Think positive, and look for the courage that you can't find for your baby's sake. He does need a daddy, but he needs a mommy more. I would like to say alot more... but please get some help, not only the psychological help but you also need some legal protection, maybe a restraining order untill he can work on his anger management or you 2 come to a friendly agreement. I wish you luck... please take care of yourself and your baby.
2016-05-24 02:42:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You go back to work when you feel you are ready. The most important thing that you can do for both you and your baby is make sure that you are BOTH happy. If this means staying home and you can afford to do so, then by all means stay home. If it means that you are ready to back to work, then enjoy yourself at work. It doesn't make you any less of a mom. It makes you a fulfilled mom.
2007-01-20 13:25:05 · answer #5 · answered by almost there 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure you're not already working- Taking care of your little baby is work- Never feel ashamed and never let anyone make you feel ashamed- You do what makes you happy- If taking care of your baby makes you happy do that- And don't feel ashamed.
2007-01-20 13:06:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
you should NEVER feel ashamed about not working. being a stay at home mom is a really great thing. i wish i could have stayed home longer. I went back to work after 2.5 months due to the fact that i am single and have bills to pay- and the fact i was bored out of my mind hangingo ut around the house 24/7.
you can go back to work as soon as your doctor releases you to go. dont feel bad about going bak OR staying home. its YUR decision, YOUR life, YOUR family. SKREW everyone else
2007-01-20 13:05:16 · answer #7 · answered by psychoticangel_kitty 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Please...... My baby is 10 months and I'm still not working I just feel like more time for me with my baby enjoy they grow up so fast and you can never go back
Don't worry about what people say its not there baby or business
Thats your baby stay home as long as you need
theres no time limit on a new baby
enjoy
enjoy
2007-01-20 13:12:42 · answer #8 · answered by LD 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Children come first in a mothers life. The first year of your
child is the most important. So don't feel guilty about not working.
When your baby is walking and getting around, then think about going back to work only if you feel comfortable about leaving him/her with sitter.
2007-01-20 13:12:17 · answer #9 · answered by angel 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it is too soon. In fact, my wife went back after 6 weeks with both children and our kids did great! It think it depends more upon who is watching the child and how they will be treated than anything.
On the other hand, kids do well with "stay at home" parents, as well.
I really don't believe that there is a "right" answer to this.
2007-01-20 13:06:40 · answer #10 · answered by mhcgjl 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋