Back to work…
Going Back to Work After Having A Baby
When I think back to returning to work after my first baby, I remember feeling pulled in a hundred different directions. Before I had Henry, I was one of these mums that thought I could absolutely manage it all - my boss asked if I thought I would be ready within three weeks and I was like, ‘Yes, absolutely, why not?!’ Now, I can laugh about it but at the time of it happening it was awful - my anxiety was through the roof and I didn’t know where to go or what to do.
We were also going through home renovations when my son was born - it actually started a week to the day of his birth date in fact - so that was certainly an added pressure.
On the outside, I looked like I was coping — showing up, doing my job, and trying to hold everything together. But inside, I was exhausted, overwhelmed, and constantly questioning how I was going to manage it all.
Sleep Struggles Made It Harder
Like so many mums, sleep was a huge part of the struggle. Henry wasn’t sleeping through the night, and I’d be going into work after just a few broken hours of sleep. The fog made everything harder — concentrating, making decisions, even holding conversations without feeling like I might cry. I worried about whether I was doing enough at work, doing enough at home, or doing enough for myself. Most days, it felt like I was failing in all three and I thought this was normal…
You’re Not Alone
If you’re a mum going back to work while still struggling with your baby or toddler’s sleep, please know: you are not alone. I’ve been there, twice. I know how heavy that juggle feels, and how invisible the struggle can be to those around you.
Why I Do What I Do
Going through this myself is a big part of why I became an infant sleep consultant. I know firsthand how transformative better sleep can be — not just for your child, but for you as a person, a partner, and a professional.
When working with parents now, I don’t just bring advice and strategies — I bring empathy. I understand the late-night Googling, the tears in the middle of the night, the fear of being judged, and the pressure of holding it all together at work the next day.
Moving Forward
If this is where you are right now — tired, stretched thin, and trying to be everything to everyone — please know there’s another way. Gentle, practical support can help your little one sleep better, which means you get to rest, recharge, and step back into your work and your life with more energy and clarity.
Because you don’t just deserve to survive this season — you deserve to thrive.
If you would like to find out how I can help you achieve these goals please get in touch!