After the war, Pogonowska decided not to return to her scientific career, instead working for the House for Chronically Ill Children in Warsaw. She also contributed to the land acquisition for the orphanages house, and was active in its planning, construction and furnishing. She worked there until her retirement in 1962. During this time, she was unable to determine the fate of her husband. During retirement she remained active, taking care of her grandchildren and teaching classes at the Medical Academy of Warsaw.