26/08/2026
Somewhere between the last day of leave and the first alarm of your new routine, going back to work stops being just a logistics problem - it's an emotional one too. If you're feeling relief, excitement, guilt and everything in between, you're not doing it wrong.
Here's what actually helps in those first few weeks:
ποΈ Book in trial days before your official start, so drop-off isn't a total unknown
πΌ Sort your feeding plan early, with your centre and your employer
π¬ Talk to your educators early - the small stuff matters (comfort items, nap windows, the words your child uses)
π° Know what's changed: since January 2026, CCS-eligible families get at least 3 days of subsidised care a week, guaranteed
π€ Ask about flexible working before you're back, not after
See the full guide on our blog: https://aussiekindies.com.au/news/heading-back-to-work-after-parental-leave-lets-talk-about-you-too/
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