Going back to office 3 days a week and I'm dreading it

Jul 28·1 min read

Been working from home for almost 2 years since my daughter was born and my company just announced everyone needs to be in office Mon Wed Fri. I can make the logistics work with my wife's schedule but I'm going to miss having lunch with my kid and being here if something happens at school. Anyone else dealing with this transition? How do you adjust your brain to not being home?

4 comments191 views

Comments(4)

DDavid M.RegularJul 29

Ugh 3 days is rough. I went through this last year and what helped was getting my daycare provider dialed in with the new schedule early. The kids adapt faster than we do honestly.

FFelix R.RegularJul 29

What's your wife's situation? Maybe you can stagger your office days so one of you is always home. I know that's not always possible but worth exploring before you go full in on the 3 day grind.

LLucas M.RegularJul 28

The hardest part isn't the commute, it's the FOMO. You're gonna miss stuff. But real talk, the routine actually helps kids feel more secure. You got this.

-1

JJoshuaExperiencedJul 30

I feel this in my soul. I've been full remote since my second was born and the thought of losing that flexibility is terrifying. Can you negotiate to keep one day at home? Even that would help with drop-offs and sick days.