It’s the first day back at work for a slightly anxious mother, and her husband, who’s now in charge of the baby, sends her a series of texts that are both hilarious and maddening. If you’ve ever felt that blend of worry and exasperation, you’re definitely not alone.
“Rough week. Jess’s maternity leave is over,” shares Mark Sullivan, the dad behind the blog Daddy vs. Diapers. “The main person in our home who usually keeps things from going haywire went back to her job. So, I found myself solo with our little one. I won’t lie; when Jess walked out that morning, there were quite a few tears, some sobbing, and let’s just say, a little surprise in Charlie’s diaper… But by lunchtime, I was feeling a bit more composed.”
Mark’s humor is evident. And while Jess appreciates his comedic approach, all she really wants is a simple picture of their baby, not a stand-up routine. “To ease Jess’s worries about leaving Charlie with a clueless dad, I promised to stay in touch,” he wrote.
Here’s what unfolded: poor Jess just wants a snapshot of her son, but Dad is determined to keep things light. Can anyone else relate? I certainly can. I primarily work from home, but on days I head into the city, I’m always surprised by how slow my husband is to reply to my “checking in” texts. I know everything is fine, but there are moments when I find myself texting “ARE THE KIDS OKAY? WHAT’S TAKING SO LONG? JUST RESPOND!” Sure, I could relax and trust that all is well, but that’s just not how it works. Moms are instinctively wired to worry, while dads seem to have a knack for pushing our buttons.
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In summary, navigating the challenges of parenting while returning to work can be a rollercoaster of emotions – filled with love, laughter, and a dash of frustration.