How to Prepare a Child for the Time Mom Has to Go to Work: Advice for Those Returning from Maternity Leave
There is very little time left until the end of maternity leave, and your boss is waiting for you at work with a list of tasks?
Before you begin your new job, be sure to prepare your baby for the upcoming changes.
1. Introduce your child to the decision you have made. You need to tell him where, why and for how long you will be leaving. Try to convey to the little one why this is important and necessary.
2. Don't be shy about asking for help: help may come from a grandmother, a nanny, or a kindergarten.
To get your baby used to it, start leaving him with other adults even before you leave for work.
3. Don't try to suppress children's emotions: if the baby is sad, it's normal. Talk to him, explain that you miss him too and will definitely come back in the evening.
4. If possible, share responsibilities with the child's father or another family member who can help.
Discuss who will pick up the child from grandma, cook dinner, and stay home when the child is sick.
You and your family need to be prepared for the fact that each family member's schedule will now change. Think through possible situations in advance.
5. Make sure you take care of yourself: Sometimes moms have a hard time going back to work. Don't feel like a bad mom because of it, you made the right decision.
