There is a grieving period when your maternity leave ends and you return to work. You might find yourself wondering things like: What milestones will I miss? Will my child love their new caretaker more than me? When will the guilt and separation anxiety stop consuming me? It's a challenging season of motherhood to navigate. What I can tell you is that a mother's love can never be replaced. In the eyes of your child, you will always be number one! With time, the daily separation gets more manageable, and you'll find your groove again.

In this episode, I will guide you through your journey back to work step-by-step. I will share ways to prepare and how to navigate your emotions.

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Mama, you've got this! I won't sugarcoat it - it's not an easy time, but it will get better! Hang in there.