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November 2009
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What.. you want me to tell you I can't wait to get back on the air and back to work? Sure, I could lie. But it's with total honesty that I tell you I can't fathom leaving my baby. I've started having these anxiety nightmares and I know it's because my return date is fast approaching.
I'll see you on TV November 5th. I'm praying I don't have a meltdown. I hope my co-workers will understand if I do.
You know, that's something I didn't see coming; this whole wanting-to-spend-every-last-minute-with-my-baby-forever-and-ever. Hear me out: I worked so hard for this job, sacrificed countless holidays, made such little money in the beginning I almost qualified for food assistance programs, lived in small towns away from my family and then boyfriend (now husband). I just gave this career everything I had. Would I have made similar choices had I known how I'd feel about being a mom? I don't know. I just always assumed I'd want to be a working career mom like so many of my dear friends. Many of them get such satisfaction from their day jobs and feel it makes them a better, more attentive parent because of how much they cherish the time they spend with their children. I'm clinging to that as I gear up to return to the airwaves. And they all tell me they cried on that first day back to work. And that it gets easier. I really hope so.
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Oh my, it IS so very hard that first day. I cried all the way to work and I only had 6 weeks off.
However, it DOES work itself out. At least in my case it did. It also helped to know that I had a wonderful day care lady that I trusted 1000%.
On another note, well those pictures are just too damn cute! :)
It does get easier! And it really makes you re-evaluate your work-life balance. I wouldn't trade being a mom, nor would I trade my day job.(well, unless I won the lottery!)
It makes leaving on time easier and makes me feel less guilty when things go undone. I'm also more sympathetic to others when they have family needs that take them away from the office.
Good luck!! It's good to know that local celeb's are just like us :)
It does get easier! It never gets "easy" (at least not for me!) but rest assured it will get easier. I've done it twice now and I cried all the way to the office both times.
There will probably be days when it's harder than others to leave her to go to work, but that's completely normal.
Your little girl is so darn cute! I just love her hair!
As a minority here (stay at home mom)I would wonder if your second thoughts are your mommy intuition letting you know that maybe staying home with your precious little one might be the right decision. I enjoy very much seeing you on tv and think you do a great job but I certainly don't enjoy you as much as your daughter does... no one in the world needs you like she does. Kim
If it's any consolation, your viewing audience is eagerly awaiting your return. And, at least you're returning to a job you enjoy. Right? :)
If it's any consolation, your viewing audience is eagerly awaiting your return. And, at least you're returning to a job you enjoy. Right? :)
If it's any consolation, your viewing audience is eagerly awaiting your return. And, at least you're returning to a job you enjoy. Right? :)
Follow your heart I say. What inspires you more? Being a full time mom? Or ...your day job? I'm, also, a full-time mama who quit my job and decided during maternity leave that NO WAY could I leave my little girl. I am so so BLESSED that we are able to pull it off on one income, and sure money is tight..but I wouldn't trade ANYTHING for the time I get with my babes. It's time that you never get back, and you could take 1-2 years off maybe and then start work up again? Or, maybe part-time for now?
Take a deep breath, really evaluate how you're feeling about this, and do what inspires you I say! :) Follow your heart! :)
I echo that it does get easier and add that as your girl grows, her needs change too. She will want to be social and broaden her people experiences and you will feel less of the desire and demand to be there every minute. See how it goes, give it a few weeks and then write us again. All the Best!
I too tried to go back to work following my maternity leave. I was back about a month before I gave notice. I just couldn't do it. As a result, we sold our house and moved into an apartment. It is the best 'job' I will ever have. Stephanie, listen to your gut. This little person won't be little forever, and these years are the most important. My daughter is only two, and it has flown by. You will be back to work before you know it. In the meantime, see if you can make it work by staying at home. Maybe a KGW blog, or a show from home....
Oh I do understand. I went back to work full time after having my baby in late May. She's a doll! :)
It will be difficult, but I bet you'll soon find a balance can be struck between the two. You've worked very hard to get where you are--wait to decide how you feel after a few weeks of being back. There's no doubt--it is hard, but I find that knowing I can go home to my sweet daugher gives me a focus and motivation that I didn't have before.
I can tell you that being able to walk to get lunch or just a coffee all by myself is a great treat.
I bet you'll find a good balance...and be so happy in all areas of your life.
Steph, I have been awaiting your return and have missed your very special presence. It seems to me that you have a very wonderful and supportive husband. You have much to give of yourself to your daughter, and this can be done with the special time you will still spend with her. She has a very wonderful, strong and oh so talented mother. Continue your dream and you and your family will be richer for it. Lea