Another thought, keeping the nanny will probably be easier on misotiny when you do go back to work. Her routine won't change and she'll still have the daytime caregiver she's used to.
If you can afford it, by all means KEEP THE NANNY. One of the most stressful aspects of DH's job search after he was let go was "OMG how will we find great childcare that can start right away when he finds work?" I'd do a ton of networking and job searching, exercise, run errands, etc.
I agree that you need to take some time to yourself.
I stopped working in October. And while I don't have a nanny home and don't plan on returning to the workforce in the foreseeable future - I will say that going from office to home can really rock your world and feel uneasy. I'm in it for the long-haul and still feel out of my realm / comfort zone on a daily basis.
I hope your time at home is short-lived and you find a new position you love!
Post by lovelyshoes on Mar 8, 2016 16:52:54 GMT -5
Hugs miso. Best of luck with the search. If you're anything like me, you won't be able to relax until you find something new. I hope you land a great new job soon and don't have to start it for a few weeks so you can relax and enjoy some down time.
Post by MixedBerryJam on Mar 9, 2016 7:46:08 GMT -5
I missed your job update, and I'm sorry. But you're definitely doing the right thing if you're keeping the nanny while you're between gigs. It will just give you so much more flexibility during the hunt, and reduce stress during an already stressful time. Can you go to a coffee shop/panera/library/wherever you kids go now to connect so that you maintain a "get up, get dressed, get out of the house" ritual? When I left work it got way too easy way too fast to not bother getting out of my pjs.
Post by kimibrighteyes on Mar 9, 2016 12:32:48 GMT -5
I'm so sorry about your job. You are a smart, talented woman and I know that you will find something soon. Keep your nanny and don't feel guilty. I kept my nanny for a full year when I was on mat leave and I get more holiday time than her. You should enjoy this break - you deserve it.