Returning to work after a mastectomy

Hi, I think a phased return with shorter hours makes a lot of sense and you might also think about starting back mid week, so you only have 2-3 days in week one instead of getting tired from 5 days in a row.

Best wishes 

Hi Supermeg90

Thank you for your post. Well done on getting through your mastectomy.

I'm not sure from your post, if you're wanting to go back to work now, or are thinking about when you might go back.

I also had a mastectomy without reconstruction 14mths ago, however I also had additional treatments. I am self-employed and I'm now working part-time, post treatment. Pre treatment, I worked full-time, and then some!

My advice would be to listen to your body and emotions. I would say take as much time as you feel you need,  as long as your circumstances will allow. You have been through and are going through a lot. Your employers are legally bound to consider your needs. I would think carefully about what you need and then discuss all with your employer, prior to agreeing a return date.

There is a good MacMillan leaflet about work and cancer, you may find it helpful.

Wishing you all the best, Shaka 

Hi Supermeg90 , on my GPs advice I went back initially just on Tuesdays and Thursdays, then Monday / Wednesday/ Friday, to avoid consecutive days as I felt so tired after a day’s work. I was a special needs teacher and had a class with a lot of physical needs. Xx