Is this "mommy guilt" I'm feeling?

Discussion in 'The Toddler Years(1-3)' started by becasquared, Jan 4, 2010.

  1. becasquared

    becasquared Well-Known Member TS Moderator

    I start a new job on Wednesday and the kidlets will be in full time daycare. No more mornings with dad, afternoons with the sitter at our house, and nighttimes with mommy. Now it's going to be mornings with mommy, all day daycare away from home, then pick up by daddy until mommy gets home.

    I'm so excited that they're going to be with new people and actually learning from a curriculum, and getting some structure, and I'm feeling guilty that I'm so excited!

    :lol:
     
  2. twinboys07

    twinboys07 Well-Known Member

    :hug: I hope it's a great experience for everyone!!
     
  3. Leighann

    Leighann Well-Known Member

    Sounds like it will be a great experience for all! :D
     
  4. Trishandthegirls

    Trishandthegirls Well-Known Member

    Congrats to all of you... I hope it all goes super smooth! I'm sure your kidlets will love going to daycare and meeting all those new people.
     
  5. kingeomer

    kingeomer Well-Known Member TS Moderator

    Transitions are hard but I hope this new schedule and system works out well for all of you. Congratulations on the new job!
     
  6. brandycaviness

    brandycaviness Well-Known Member

    :Clap: I am glad that you are excited about this!! GL with the change.
     
  7. jjzollman

    jjzollman Well-Known Member

    Congrats on the job!! :woohoo:

    It sounds like a great change - and exciting time for everyone!

    And yeah, I think that is the mommy guilt you're feeling! :lol:
     
  8. ldrane

    ldrane Well-Known Member

    Congrats and good luck! Change is always hard, but I am sure the kiddos will love meeting new friends.
     
  9. 40+mom

    40+mom Well-Known Member

    Congratulations! Transitions are hard sometimes (as PP said) and I would give yourself a good 6 weeks to adjust to the "new" schedule and what not. Don't worry if the first few weeks are rough -- things will smooth out.

    And, yes, I can attest to the very real presence of Mommy Guilt. But the most important thing to know about Mommy Guilt is that it is totally (TOTALLY) self-generated -- Yep! You have the ability to wisk away the guilt by telling yourself -- often and silently (at work) or loudly (in the car) -- This is right for me, This is best for my family and therefore, This is best for my kids.

    All best,

    Meg -- Working Mom of 3.75 year old boy/girl twins and primary wageearner for our family
     
  10. Meximeli

    Meximeli Well-Known Member

    Any change causes mixed feeling.
    I'm with you about being excited about it, not everyone feels sad about time apart from their kids. Many of us actually need it. I think the new experience will be good for them. And certainly, a reduction in your and your DH's stress levels will be good for them too!

    Good luck tomorrow!
     
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