Opener Suggestion...
Hi everyone, and welcome to tonight’s WhatsApp live chat which is all about the transition back to work, (if you choose to do so). We have XX, YY, and ZZ here with you this evening.
We’ll be exploring what returning to work can involve, the thoughts and feelings that may come up when considering this decision, and some ways to approach it at your own pace and in a way that feels right for you.
You’re very welcome to join in whether you’re new to the group, have been here for a while, or have mostly been reading along and now feel ready to say hello.
Please do support each other too, we’re all together in this and you bring so much by sharing your experiences and supporting each other.
Thank you, your peer supporters
Possible Questions to ask during the chat...
When you think about going back to work, what feeling shows up first for you right now? Have any of those feelings surprised you?
What feels hardest or most worrying about the idea of returning? Are there any challenges about returning to work for you?
Has becoming a parent changed the way you think about work or your role at work?
Is there anything about going back to work that you’re quietly looking forward to?
What strengths have you discovered since becoming a parent that you didn’t have before? Could these be reflected in your work?