Back to “Normal” After Your Whole World Has Changed
Preparation, the right setup and the right gear can make the difference between feeling like you’ve got this and feeling completely all over the place when it’s time to get up and head back into the office.
A few things are worth getting sorted beforehand: a pump you can use quickly and discreetly, a milk storage and transport system you trust, a handover routine with whoever will be caring for your baby, and introducing a bottle before you return so they have time to get used to it.
We’ve pulled together the gear to help you make the transition from being at home with your baby to being back in the working world, along with some practical tips to help you feel prepared, find your rhythm and navigate work when you’ve fundamentally changed.
