My thoughts exactly! I start crna school in August. I have 2 yr old twin boys and a 4 yr old daughter. My husband plans to stay home with our children for atleast the first 9 months when we have to relocate for the classroom portion of the program. We'll move back home for the clinical component. I think that if you have a dedicated spouse who is willing to do whatever it takes to see you succeed, your children will not suffer in the least. It says a lot about a mother of small children when she is not only qualified to pursue a career as a crna, but is also willing to take on the challenge of going to school while raising a family. Some might think that having children will be a hindrance, but those of us that actually have them know that they are also a major inspiration and a driving force to succeed!