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Emily Spencer - Best of Both Worlds
Emily Spencer, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Emily shares her experience of returning to work after nine months of maternity leave while balancing her PhD and the challenges of parenthood. She reflects on the initial optimism of her decision to return early, influenced by financial considerations and the availability of childcare. However, as she navigates the reality of being away from her son during key developmental moments, she questions whether she made the right choice. Despite the emotional challenges, Emily remains thankful for the…
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