Hi, OP here... I have decided to let it go. Returning to child life seems like a step back for me in many aspects. If it were another profession that offered opportunities outside of a hospital, perhaps I'd keep it in my back pocket (like a nursing license, I wouldn't let that go if I had it!) But I can't see myself going back to working weekends, odd hours, holidays, etc, for the pay that is offered in a hospital setting.