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Karissa
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How does one manage time being a mom, working full time (remote) & being in nursing school?
I work full time from home. I am a mom of a 1 year old and a 6 year old. I am in a nights & weekend program.
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Varsha Prasad
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You've got a lot going on, so it's important to keep things simple and manageable. Start by making a weekly schedule that includes your work hours, classes, kids' activities, and sleep. Try studying in short, focused sessions of 30 to 60 minutes instead of waiting for big chunks of free time. Group chores like cooking and laundry together so they don't overwhelm your week. Don't hesitate to ask for help—you're not in this alone. Make sure to get enough sleep and be kind to yourself on tough days—you're already doing an amazing job. You're a super mom!
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Balancing a full-time remote job, two young kids, and nursing school is no small task—you’re taking on three very demanding roles at once. The fact that you’re still motivated to learn and grow says a lot about your drive and ambition. You’re clearly someone who wants to keep moving forward, and that’s something to respect.
That said, it’s also important to be realistic: each of these responsibilities—work, parenting, and studying—requires a huge amount of time and energy. Trying to carry all of them alone can quickly become overwhelming. If you have access to support, it can make a big difference. That help could come from your partner, parents, or other family members—anyone who can share the load, even in small ways like childcare, household tasks, or giving you uninterrupted study time.
You don’t have to do everything perfectly. Prioritizing what matters most in each moment, and accepting that some days will be messy, is part of making this work. With the right support system and a bit of flexibility, it becomes much more manageable.
That said, it’s also important to be realistic: each of these responsibilities—work, parenting, and studying—requires a huge amount of time and energy. Trying to carry all of them alone can quickly become overwhelming. If you have access to support, it can make a big difference. That help could come from your partner, parents, or other family members—anyone who can share the load, even in small ways like childcare, household tasks, or giving you uninterrupted study time.
You don’t have to do everything perfectly. Prioritizing what matters most in each moment, and accepting that some days will be messy, is part of making this work. With the right support system and a bit of flexibility, it becomes much more manageable.