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Starting to freak out a bit...
I know it's normal to get a little anxious before baby comes, but I'm getting really nervous about figuring out how we are going to manage when I go back to work.
I don't get any maternity leave from my adjunct position, since it is a short term contract. Two professors are being nice enough to cover my classes for me for a few weeks, but no matter when the baby comes, I have to be back the week of April 16th AT THE LATEST. My due date is March 19th.
I keep telling myself it will be fine, because the semester ends May 4th, so it will only be for a few weeks. But I'm worried about it regardless. I'm worried that we won't have established nursing well enough to make it work. Worried about having to pump too soon. Worried about bringing the baby (baby will have to come to class sometimes-they understand this). Worried about how I'll feel (esp. if I end up with a C-section, etc.).
If the baby comes early (like next week) then I obviously get more time off. That would be IDEAL in that it is our spring break, so I wouldn't be missing an additional week of instruction. But of course, it's not that likely that baby will come that early. I will likely start indulging in all the old wives' tales after tomorrow, however! Tomorrow is my last day of classes before spring break.
But, if baby comes a week+ late, then I barely have any time before I have to be back. That is terrifying right now. :-(
Sorry I've had so many long vents lately-just got a lot on my mind!
Re: Starting to freak out a bit...
Don't stress. Think of it this way, the longer the baby stays inside, the better off he'll be. He'll be more developed and better prepared to come into this world and you'll have an easier time with him. But if he comes early there is a chance he could need some extra attention or have a hard time latching etc. Regardless you'll be fine, I'm just saying, there could be some benefits to him staying in longer as well even if it gives you less time before going to work, he may be better prepared for it.
You are totally right and I need to think about it this way. It's like, an earlier arrival will help my schedule, and later arrival will help baby (latch, etc.) which obviously is more important... and in turn will make the transition easier hopefully.
Thanks-that helps!
I'm sorry. I wish there was something I could say to make you feel better. Since there's not, maybe a cupcake will help.
yes please! :-)
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