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17 Things to Do Before Your Maternity Leave Is Through

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Heading Back to Work After Having a Baby

17 Things to Do Before Your Maternity Leave Is Through

30 May, 2018 by Denise Stirk

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Join a Playgroup

Baby playgroups are just as much for the mama as they are the babe. Joining one, specifically a working-mom playgroup, will help connect you with women who are going through the same issues — and could even provide lifelong friendships for both you and your baby.

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Snuggle and Cuddle Round the Clock

Take Afternoon Strolls

Assess Your Clothing Situation

Prepare Some Freezer Meals

Go to the Park

Do Absolutely Nothing

Stock Up Your Breast Milk Stash

Organize Your Home

Join a Playgroup

Nap

Take a Mommy-and-Me Class (or Two)

Send Out Snail Mail

Prepare For the Emotions

Make a Baby Book

Go on Outings

Get Your Childcare Ducks in a Row

Take a Family Trip

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