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One bonus is I don't need to go to the gym! I'm doing plenty of the kind of weight-bearing exercises my age necessitates. My squats are on point picking up items the baby drops while strapped into the carrier. My arm definition has never been better just from wrangling a little one in and out of the car, not to mention the juggling act that is folding up and hefting the pram around several times a day. And I've discovered active wear doubles as business wear when teamed with stylish pumps and a well-cut jacket. Which is a win because Lycra is much more forgiving of baby eruptions and easy to sponge down. Listen to the latest episode of Mamamia's parenting podcast, Parenting Out Loud. Post continues below.So all in all, bringing a baby to work is hard, but not impossible. It's not for everyone, and nor should it be. But I firmly believe it should be an option, and parents should have the right to exercise choice: whatever that looks like for them. In my experience, a happy mum makes for a harder worker, a more diligent, focused and loyal one at that. In the past, I found the guilt, unique to mothers, of being away from my babies quite disabling. Now, it means precision preparation, a fair bit of inconvenience and lots of juggling, but at days end, I never miss a thing.Feature image: Instagram. As women, our bodies experience many changes throughout life. We’d love to hear about your experiences! Complete our 5 minute survey now for a chance to win a $1,000 gift voucher in our quarterly draw! TAKE SURVEY ➤
