Separation Anxiety Advice Please?!?!

Question

I go back to work on Thursday. I have been off work since the beginning of October for maternity leave. I had my son on October 3rd. I have been his primary caregiver day and night since then- with the exception of a few hours. He is my first.
My job is mentally and emotionally demanding- I never knew how much until I have had this time "off". I would be at work from 8 to 430. Which means leaving my house at 7am and returning home around 530 each evening. 
I am having separation anxiety already about leaving my son for work. It is impossible for me to be a stay at home mom....my husband and I have barely made it through these months financially. We already have childcare set up for each day.
Any moms out there who can offer some advice that I can do to help ease that anxiety that I am feeling?
I attached some pictures..because well I can and I love this little man!

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I get up at 5am every day, and don't get home until 5pm. I don't even get to see my daughter in the morning. I went back to work when my daughter was 5 months old, and she will be two next month. For a while, it got easier, but I will be honest in that it seemed to get harder for me once my daughter started being more interactive. I want so much to be able to spend more time with her, but we want to have financial stability,provide for college,etc. I make sure every moment I spend with my daughter is quality time. My husband and I also put our daughter in the best daycare in our town so we dont have to worry about her and know that she is enjoying her time there. I have lots of photos and videos on my phone. It's a very hard sacrifice to make, but I do d comfort in know that we are raising our daughter in a happy, financially stable home and we are able to provide her with more than we had growing up.

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I don’t really have advice. But your baby and I share a birthday 😍🥳

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I know this feeling all too well! The best advice I can say is it does get better and a little easier as each day goes on. It is NOT easy by any means and I cried so hard when I had to go back to work even though we had grandparents watching him and I had cameras to check in at any time. It was hard, and the transition to daycare a month ago at 18 months was hard as well, but things are going good. He is thriving and when I get home I hold him tight and spend all the time I can with him. I’m pregnant now so I’m tired and it makes it harder but I cuddle and snuggle all the time. Hang in there, many of us moms have been through it. Talk to other coworkers who have young ones, I find that helps me get through my day.

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I have a girl.. to be honest it didn’t get easier until she turned into a mouthy little one (around 5/6 years old)! I will say that my nieces were NEVER away from their mom until they went to kindergarten... it was HORRIBLE for them! They had the absolute hardest time adjusting being away from their mom all day! After seeing how hard it was on them I’m a firm believer that kids need to learn independence and childcare can be healthy for them. You just have to make it noticed tot he daycare that you are paying attention to every little thing. If you question something politely ask about it. I feel if you are nice to those caring for your child they will be extra caring to your child. Let them know you appreciate what they are doing for you.

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My main advice is to be kind to yourself and know that this is one of the hardest transitions. It’s also helpful to remind yourself why you’re a working mom and the example you’re setting for your little one. From a practical perspective, if it isn’t too late to make this arrangement, I suggest starting on a Wednesday or a Thursday so you only have a few days your first week.

Separation Anxiety Advice Please?!?!

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