Being a Mumpreneur!

How are you juggling being a mummy and going back to work?

If I’m honest, I just get it done! It’s very helpful that I have the best support system too – I have the most amazing family and friends who are always there to give us a helping hand. With the type of work me and hubby do – it’s super hard because our work days can be LONG!

You remember my last post? Speaking about being a full time Mummy vs going back to work? I spoke about how I thought I would struggle going back to work so soon after having a baby, and if I’m going to be very open with you all, I can’t sugarcoat it and tell you it’s going to be a ride in the park. It’s really NOT! Firstly you have you give yourself like an extra hour, why you may ask? To express, prepare and pack babies bag and make sure he’s got enough food for the day (can’t leave your child hungry can we?)

On top of that you then need to get ready, plus get baby ready and then leave enough time to drop him off to Grandmas (who may I say has been an absolute life saver!) and then to the location of the project.

It’s not just about me anymore, it is about our new family! We can’t just get up and go to work, we need to plan ahead and make sure we have childcare, otherwise we are not making any money 🙅🏾‍♀️.

Let me talk about my biggest obstacle which I faced the other day on set – (might be a bit too much info for a few of you). But it gets so peak when your breasts become so full because your are not feeding baby during the day. Mummy’s breasts are so used to the pattern of feeding, so imagine how full they can get during a working day!

(Que breast pump) – now it was really awkward having to leave the set to go to my car, take off my Top to then cover my top half some how and express milk without anyone seeing me using a breast pump! *takes a deep breath*

It was so hard, I was parked on a residential road with houses on either side and people kept walking past me – come and see catastrophe! I spilt milk all over my top, in the car – I’m sure half of one breasts milk was just wasted! But perseverance is so key! About half hour later, and a lot of mess I was able to go back to set with a sufficient amount of milk to take home for baby!

After a 12 hour day of shooting – the first thing you are thinking of is your bed right? Negative! You’ve now got to pick up baby, get home and the final goal is to get him to bed! Now as we know a new born is not like a grown up – they can’t sleep on que, you need to feed them, burp them, change their nappy, settle them and eventually get them to bed. And let’s remember a newborn also doesn’t sleep through the night, they like to get up to eat and won’t be happy until they are full. Our son currently wakes up about two to three times a night – (no such thing as a full nights sleep anymore!)

*Takes a deep breath* – now this is basically a quick version of what it’s like going back to work, if I gave you a step by step account we will be here for ages!!

I have someone that depends on me now, going back to work has been fun, scary, hard work but very beneficial – I know my worth now, I did too much free work before. Don’t get me wrong it’s okay to give people a helping hand, but it’s not everyday work for free! Being an entrepreneur is very difficult, no work means no money this is why I’m constantly grinding!

So to all the mummy’s that are out there grinding I salute you! It’s not an easy job at all, so keep going and never give up! You’re doing a great job and your son/daughter loves you so much for it!

Ciao x

Full Time Mummy Vs Going Back To Work!

So guys it’s been 5 weeks 2 days of me being a mummy (yes I am that saddo that counts everyday of motherhood!)

I remember when I was pregnant I didn’t want to stop working, 36 weeks pregnant and I was still running around putting on events, I think I worked on the biggest event of my career while carrying my big load (and wearing my heels!). It was just so rewarding and I loved being an active Mummy! I felt and looked good (if I may say so myself).

Since giving birth all that I can think about is being a Mummy. The sleepless nights, the sick all over your clothes, changing nappies and playtime, it’s all such a beautiful thing and I love every single second, I wouldn’t change it for anything. Even while writing the blog post I’m breastfeeding (the art of multitasking!)

Yes I’ve had my reservations about going back to work, but being an entrepreneur means no work, no income. Now with rent to pay and a baby to look after – that really wouldn’t be a good idea would it? But am I going back to work for the money? Or am I going back because I miss it?

My passion for certain avenues in my career have totally changed, I question my career path these days, do I still want to be a talent Manager? Do I want to focus more on project Management? Do I want to get a normal job and work a 9-5? Only time will tell which career path I decide to focus on and whether it’s the right choice, but what I do know is that I DO NOT want to get a normal job! I want to be able to be with my son as much as possible, see him grow, be there when he says his first word, smiles for the first time, rolls over – all the milestones are endless!

I’ve managed to be an entrepreneur for the last 3 and a half years so what’s stopping me now? Being a Mummy makes me want to work even harder to make sure I can provide for our family and make sure our son gets everything he wants, I never want to lack! So what am I doing from here you may ask?

Well I’ve decided I’m going to go back to work this month! I want to focus More on the project Management side and it seems that is where my passion and skills lie. I have the best team, and working in this industry means I can work mostly from home while also working on set a few times a month, and getting paid! This means I only have to leave little man with my mum on the days I’m shooting. It’s also a bonus because I get to work with my life partner as we are in this team TOGETHER!

Who would have known I would be questioning my career path of talent management after so many years? But becoming a Mummy made me understand that I have more responsibilities now, I need to do what’s best for me, what’s best for US!

It’s okay to want to start a new career, it’s also okay to just want to be a full time Mummy too. The most important thing is that you are happy with whatever decision you make and that it is beneficial for you and your family!

I wake every morning excited to spend a new day with my baby boy – why would I want to miss out on any of these beautiful moments?

With February amongst us now, a new month, and a new start, I’m ready to go back to work and I’m also ready to get back into the gym and be the best version of me!

More posts coming with my update of going back to work as a Mummy and getting back into my fitness regime, so make sure you follow my blog to stay up to date with everything.

Thank you for supporting me this far! Much love guys x