The hardest part isn’t the meetings.
It’s not even the missed naps, the pumping at work, or juggling schedules.

It’s that moment when you put your baby down, kiss their forehead, and walk out the door — heart full and heavy all at once.

At Maternite Hospital, we’ve supported many working moms during this exact transition.
And every time, we remind them: “You’re not abandoning your baby. You’re showing them strength.”

Here’s how to prepare emotionally and practically for this shift — without drowning in guilt.

 It’s Okay to Feel Sad — Don’t Hide It

You may cry on your first day back. That’s not a weakness. That’s love.

Whether you’re returning because you have to, or because you want to — you’re allowed to feel both proud and torn.
Write it down. Cry in the bathroom. Call your partner. But don’t pretend it’s nothing.

At Maternite, we tell our moms: “Feel it. Then walk forward.”

Find Childcare You Truly Trust

Whether it’s:

• Your mother or mother-in-law
• A trained nanny
• A crèche near your office
• A daycare with live CCTV access

Choose a setup that gives you peace of mind. Visit in advance. Do a trial run. Create a list of emergency numbers.

Make sure whoever is watching your child knows:

• Feeding times
• Sleep routine
• Allergies
• Emergency contacts

Ask your child care doctor in Jaipur at Maternite for any guidance on baby-friendly care environments.

Prepare Your Baby Gently

If your baby is over 6 months and starting solids, write down a mini chart:

• Breakfast at 9 AM
• Nap at 10:30
• Milk at 12
• Playtime post-lunch

Start following this rhythm a week or two before going back.
Practice leaving your baby for 1–2 hours with the caregiver.

Babies are adaptable — it’s usually the mom who struggles more.

Pumping & Feeding – Don’t Overwhelm Yourself

If you’re breastfeeding, invest in a good pump and create a freezer stash.
Label each packet with date and time. Carry a cooler bag to work if needed.

At Maternite, our team helps new moms plan pumping and feeding schedules that don’t exhaust them — because your body is still healing too.

Be Honest With Your Workplace

You don’t need to share everything, but if you're struggling to focus, need a flexible shift, or are learning to pump at work — speak up.

More companies are becoming mom-aware. The more we talk, the easier we make it for the next mother.

What We Remind Moms at Maternite

You are not choosing work over your baby.
You are choosing your identity alongside being a mother.
That balance? It takes strength.

And your baby? They’ll learn that love comes in many forms — even the kind that drops them off with a kiss and shows up again by evening.

Need help adjusting to postnatal life, routine, or baby care after maternity leave?
Call us at +91 8502021222 and speak with our care team at Maternite Hospital Jaipur.
You don’t have to figure it out alone.