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Supportive reply to an overwhelmed new parent returning to work
Write a compassionate message to a friend who says: "I'm going back to work next week after parental leave, and I feel like I'm failing at everything. The baby still wakes up a lot, I'm exhausted, my inbox is a disaster, and everyone else seems to handle this stage better than I do. I don't even know what to ask for anymore." Your response should sound personal and emotionally supportive without being overly dramatic or clinical. Acknowledge their feelings, avoid minimizing their struggle, and offer a few practical next steps they could realistically take in the coming week. Do not mention therapy, hotlines, or medical advice unless clearly necessary.