So… in case you did not know, we are expecting a baby in October.
Consequently, Wallypop will be taking a leave of absence October, November, and December 2008. I will re-open early January at the latest, potentially in December. We plan to play it by ear.
I know some WAHMs choose to keep their stores open following the birth of a new baby, but that is not me. Our family will need time to adjust, and I don’t need the added stress of keeping up with orders and providing good customer service. Plus, I know from experience that my hormone levels will seriously hamper the providing of good (or at least friendly) customer service, lol.
I’ve thought of hiring someone to run things here for me, but I know myself well enough to know that I would remain overly involved.
The details of what this means:
- I will stop accepting MTO items either September 1 OR once I fill my schedule to the end of September, whichever comes first. If Sept 1 gets here and I have open time in my schedule, I will take MTO orders on a case-by-case basis.
- I will post a full list of Wallypop retailers (those who wholesale, not those who dropship), as well as other stores I’ve done business with in the past and stores whose owners I know to be excellent, for your diapering, babywearing, and natural living needs while I’m closed. While I hope your experiences with these stores are excellent, I also hope you choose to come back to Wallypop in 2009.
- You may feel free to email or call with customer service needs, order inquiries, or product questions while I’m closed, as long as you do not expect overly prompt responses.
Thank you for your understanding during this time. I’ve struggled for a long time over what to do, and my husband and I have decided that this course of action is what is best for our family.
Sarah congrat’s.. and I totally understand…. I’m taking a maternity leave from my home business as well in about the same time-line too I bet
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Take care!
Congratulations!
wow i did not know youre pregnant, congratulations on a wally II! good for you taking some time off- im glad i got my order in on time then! good luck and we will definitely be here to order when you come back.
hi! i just found out about your website from a fellow homeschooler. i’ having mine on dec. 12 . are you still taking orders? if not, can you give me the link where i can order your stuff from other sellers? thanks!