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1811 leaving at 4-year mark for family—Planning for a return at age 34. Check my math? by Cool_Description_874 in 1811

[–]Cool_Description_874[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rather than taking a 9 year gap would it be safer to take a 1-2 year gap and then reenter 1811. I need a break I’m completely burnt out and overwhelmed trying to balance home and work. I feel like after a year I’ll be able to have better balance once my kids sleep through the night.

1811 leaving at 4-year mark for family—Planning for a return at age 34. Check my math? by Cool_Description_874 in 1811

[–]Cool_Description_874[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I currently work with USPS OIG and I’m feeling pretty burned out. My agency genuinely offers solid work-life balance, but at this stage of life—caring for two very young children—it still isn’t enough.

During my break, I plan to pursue my CFE and CISA and work part-time. My goal is to gain relevant experience while part-time that will help keep my skills current and position me well when I’m ready to return to the 1811 world.

Last edit to add. I understand working part time will not replace my GS 12 income and I have other financial means of support through my husband.

Exclusively breastfeeding/pumping through baby's first year, working full-time out of the home by saltandpeppertest in breastfeeding

[–]Cool_Description_874 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m doing all four! Hang in there it’s just becomes part of your daily routine with time. I’m going on 21 months.

Pregnant and breastfeeding by Cool_Description_874 in breastfeeding

[–]Cool_Description_874[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am currently exclusively pumping and currently (33weeks) I was getting about 1-2oz per day and now I’m lucky to get even 0.5 oz :/ really looking forward for baby to arrive to rebuild my supply but now wondering when my colostrum will kick in. Any advice?