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Going back to school while being a single parent with shared custody

3d ago·1 min read

Probably insane but I decided to finish my degree while managing 50/50 custody of my kids. It's been a year and it's been absolutely exhausting. I study during my off weeks and whenever they're asleep. My parents help out a lot. On one hand I miss just being able to chill and be fully present when I have my kids. On the other hand I'm finally doing something for myself and I'm actually going to have a degree in a few months. Both things feel important you know?

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MMiguelRegular1d ago

Respect. I'm doing something similar (well, less intense) and the custody schedule actually helps create some dedicated focus time when they're with their mom. You got this.

RRonRegular1d ago

This takes guts. Are you finding that your kids understand why you're doing this or does it feel like you're stealing time away from them?

JJared C.Regular3d ago

Dude, respect. Finishing a degree while 50/50 is no joke. You're showing your kids that parents can level up too. Just make sure you're not burning out completely, because they need you present more than they need you perfect.

KKevin L.New Dad3d ago

That's incredible honestly. I'm barely keeping it together with a newborn and no school on top of it. You're doing something amazing for your kids by showing them what hard work looks like. How are you managing the mental load?

PPhillip M.New Dad2d ago

Not insane at all. Your kids are going to see what it means to work toward something even when it's hard. That's everything.

MMarco R.New Dad2d ago

That's not insane at all, that's actually inspiring. Managing 50/50 custody plus a full degree load is a lot but it sounds like you're nailing it. How are you handling the study time around custody switches?