how many of you are mom's also

gordi24 · Oct 12, 2002

Originally posted by RNConnieF
I started LPN school at 40, with 4 kids, the youngest was only 2. Just finished RN school still have 4 kids now they are 20,18,16 and 11. I spent years worrying that my kids suffered so that I could go to school. Know what, at my graduation in May the three oldest cried with pride and the youngest drew a picture and wrote in his journal for school that he was "proud of my Mom cause she worked so hard in school and now she is a nurse., which I don't understand because she was a nurse before after she went to school before when I was a baby. I learned how to do homework from my Mom because we did it together and now I'm good at homework" My oldest daughter took me out to dinner to celebrate and she picked up the check. Our kids don't pay as high a price as we think they do. It's funny, our kids see our goal, watch us work toward it, offer encouragement, and celebrate our achievements with us AND they learn about commitment, hard work, and success. Who cares if the dust bunnies are breading under the bed? We have more important things to do, like give our children an example to follow. Stick with it, I went to school full time, worked full time, parented 4 great kids, volunteered at school, and still got B's in school. You'll do it too.

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Patience911 · Oct 13, 2002

When I went to Nursing School, my 4 children were 5, 4, 2 and 1. I used to take the bus to class and my oldest daughter would ride with me part way to her kindergarten. I took a 2 year diploma course and graduated 10 years ago. It was tough at times and when I use to feel I was at the end of my rope, I would go to my closet and take out 4 little outfits I had hanging up. These were the outfits I planned on having my children wear to my graduation. I would have my little cry and look at those outfits laying on my bed. It really helped me see my goals very clearly. The next day, I would go back, more determined than the last to succeed. My kids did wear those outfits! Now, today, I am studying towards my degree in nursing through distance education as well as working full time. My husband and children are my biggest encouragement. My children have learned that it is possible to follow your dreams and that learning is a lifelong process. Sometimes I think they are as proud of me as I am of them. Good luck in your studies and don't get discouraged. You can do it !

renerian, BSN, RN · Oct 13, 2002

I thought I would add this thought. I also worried my kids were not getting all the attention they deserved. I missed alot of "firsts". Now both my kids tell me they see me as highly motivated, organized, loving and caring and a good provider. It has motivated them to go to college.

renerian

Forevermomof5 · Oct 13, 2002

Thank you, thank you. As I was reading this I was thinking that I should have my husband read them.

I am not so abnormal after all. :chair:

I have 5 kids (you could probably tell from my screen name!) and their ages are 12,11, 8, 6 and 2. My baby just turned 2 today and I was so worried that maybe I'm not being the best mom I could be because I am away at school and clinicals and studying.

It's so reassuring to hear people like Connie and her kids admiring her. Hopefully I am setting a good example, especially to my daughters that college is important and getting their education should be a priority in life.

I am doing pretty well in school. In Pharmacology I got an A. So far this semester I am getting an A in my fundamentals class but we'll recieve more test scores on Tuesday so we'll see if it continues.

Good luck everyone!

Karen

JennyRN2B · Oct 13, 2002

Hi all,

I am fairly new to the BB. Thanks so much for posting the page on mom's. I too am a mom. I have three children, 2 girls ages 9 and 3 and 1 boy age 6. I am currently waiting to be accepted to nursing school. I will take my pre entrance exam in Jan. I also will be taking A&P I and Chem 101 in the Spring. Hopefully, I will be accepted into the program which will begin Fall of 2003.

Can any of you answer how the clinicals work? Are these hours extra and in addition to your full time schedule at school? Thanks for the input.

Jenny

cna on her way · Oct 13, 2002

Hey there everyone! I too am fairly new to the allnurses family and I am a Mom of two very rambunctious boys. One is 8 the other 4. My oldest son has a ring chromosome disorder and does require special atteintion and lots of doctor visits. I put off nursing school for a long time because I was so afraid to not be there for him and the baby. So a little over a year ago I decided to challenge the state exam for CNA and start my career off there. After working third shift at the hospital for a year I've finally decided its time. Both boys are in school now and can go to primetime after school when necessary for an hour or so. I'm switching to a weekend night baylor position (12hrs on saturdays and sundays) from 7p-7a because I need my insurance but can't still work 4-5 days a week. And I have an unbelieveable husband who loves our children with all his heart and takes them everywhere they need to be when I can't, helps with thier homework if they have it, cooks every weekend, and makes sure I get in a nap if I work that night!! I know its gonna be hard, but the job security alone is worth it. After all if we don't prepare now it will be too late later.

renerian, BSN, RN · Oct 14, 2002

CNA what is a baylor position?

renerian

cna on her way · Oct 14, 2002

Originally posted by renerian
CNA what is a baylor position?

renerian

renerian: A baylor position is working two 12 hr shifts(usually 7a-7p or 7p-7a) every weekend and getting paid an incentive. The norm for baylors is to work 24 and get paid for 32. Which really does make a difference. The only catch is that you work every weekend. Which is just fine with me. Because at the place I work you get all the full time benefits when you do baylor. So I will still get my insurance card and paid time off.

renerian, BSN, RN · Oct 14, 2002

Wow wish we had something like that here........

renerian

cna on her way · Oct 14, 2002

I'd check around and see if anyone offers this in our area. It's sometimes called a weekend incentive or weekend option schedule.