only 3 weeks off...

[jluv22]

So im 34+3 and after reviewing my fib=naces i dont think i can even afford to stay home for 6 weeks.. i think ill only be able to be away for 3 weeks. Im a FTM and not sure how this will work out but i know its what i have to do.. Has ne one had to go back to work soon like this? what was ur experice? Also i want to Breast Feed.. Anyone ever have a similar sistuation??

Thanx.

[jluv22]

im worried that it wont be enough time for bonding?!?!?

[Kaitlind]

I feel your pain, I have to move in June so all my money is being saved up for first and last and baby is due in August.  I don't make much as it is but because I'm classified as low income without my boyfriends income my maternity leave coverage is going to be higher then it would otherwise. I'm probably going to take two months off depending on how much coverage I actually get since I won't find out a confirmed number until later on. Just be strong my dear, try not to worry about it until you have to and scrape each and every penny together to try and be as comfortable as possible.

[harlichance]

I know what you mean! Both me and my fiance work so we make enough to pay all our bills and still have some extra money but when I take leave I don't know how we will do it. He only makes 7.80 and hr so after taxes he's lucky if he brings 900 home a month and our bills monthly are 1400 and that doesn't include our 2 year olds stuff or when the babys here. I'm so nervous

[jluv22]

okay thanx i really dont want to use formula!!

[meg_ftm_sohappy]

I'd bf for the 3weeks to get the baby used to bfing. Then pump while at work. Employers have to let you pump. You should have no problem

[jluv22]

with my husband..

[carolina0105]

I had to go back 6 weeks after. I didn't even bother breastfeeding just because I didn't want to deal with it and really not have a chance to have a break at work or lunch because I had to pump.. are u leaving the baby with a family member or just a sitter?

[jluv22]

Bump