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  1. 23 Days!!!

    wannabmidwife replied to Twinmom06's topic in General Students

    23 Days!!! Had our finals today and passed, thankfully!! Coursework all done. Now starting practicum on a L&D floor. So

  2. When did you feel ready to be on your own?

    wannabmidwife posted a topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Hello Midwives-to-be, Like many of you, I became a nurse with the intent of becoming a midwife. I really had no interest in nursing, just read and made (what I thought) was a wise decision to become a...

  3. When did you feel ready to be on your own?

    wannabmidwife replied to wannabmidwife's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Thank you so much for your response. You've really made some excellent points. I just started my L&D rotation at the hospital and I am loving every second but I see what you mean about not...

  4. When did you feel ready to be on your own?

    wannabmidwife replied to wannabmidwife's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    You are absolutely right! I wouldn't want me as a midwife with no experience so I don't know what I was thinking. I just wasn't too excited about working in a hospital so long but that's where I'm...

  5. 4 months away, but I'm ready to break down.

    wannabmidwife replied to nursetobe2013's topic in General Students

    I hear ya loud and clear! This is a second career for me so I've had my share of school life. I'm finishing up in May too but it's not close enough. I have kids, husband, dogs, fish, house,...

  6. Frontier Nursing University CLass 113-115

    wannabmidwife replied to Mary C's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    SnowboardRN, I'm in your same shoes. My program is only state accredited but I'm looking into Western Governors University. It seems that their RN-BSN program can be finished in a very short amount...

  7. USF RN to BSN

    wannabmidwife replied to AlaBro2010's topic in Florida Nursing

    I'm looking into that program. Im finishing my ASN in May and would love to begin in Aug. What's your experience been like? Is it a lot of work? I was told that it's all online and there are no...

  8. Nursing school and the rest of my life?

    wannabmidwife replied to RosaleiMae's topic in General Students

    Nursing is a second career for me as well and I too have children but please don't be discouraged by what you may read on here. Every school is different and every program is different but what is...

  9. Passing Med/Surg 2 So happy!!!!

    wannabmidwife posted a topic in General Students

    This semester has truly kicked my booty! The others were hard, but nothing, I mean nothing, compared to this. I've spent nearly 40-50 hrs a week, mind you, not including class or clinical, studying....

  10. Failed NCLEX-RN for the 2nd time...

    wannabmidwife replied to ncfalcon03's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The information is really quite overwhelming but the key is that you're not giving up. I'm sure that you have learned so much throughout this and each time you learn something new. Third time's a...

  11. Funnest/Favorite part about nursing school?

    wannabmidwife replied to shannon96's topic in General Students

    Passing the

  12. I don't think I can do this :(

    wannabmidwife replied to sbem10's topic in General Students

    Make a new plan. Nursing school is very frustrating and requires lots of dedication but it can be done. I have four children, ranging in ages from 4-16 and am one semester away from finishing. I...

  13. I should be happy, excited, thrilled but...

    wannabmidwife replied to metal_m0nk's topic in General Students

    I have one more semester left and I'm thinking just as you are. I'm so used to getting up early and studying and studying. My life now is studying. It's been difficult and quite frustrating at times...

  14. Super awesome day today(L&D/Newborn)!

    wannabmidwife replied to Katie71275's topic in General Students

    What an exciting experience! This is my 4th semester and I've been waiting to do that since day one. Still have to wait till next semester but I'm sharing in your happiness. That's

  15. I've decided to go into nursing at 32. Is this a good choice?

    wannabmidwife replied to violetrays's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I'm 37 with 4 kids. It's gonna be tough, very tough, but do it for yourself. You have the drive to change your circumstances, take advantage of

  16. Feeling sub-par...

    wannabmidwife replied to Ash81386's topic in General Students

    I know exactly how you feel... I'm an older student with lots more responsibilities than my classmates and they always whine and complain about getting in the upper 80's and 90's. After spending...

  17. Fundies is killing me

    wannabmidwife replied to wannabmidwife's topic in General Students

    I appreciate all of your responses. I have been studying my fanny off and I do think that it is the tests that are getting me. I haven't put much effort into figuring out how those work and I think...

  18. Fundies is killing me

    wannabmidwife posted a topic in General Students

    I have no prior medical experience what so ever. I was a teacher in my previous life so I thought that I knew how to study and tackle difficult material but this is something else. I try to dedicate...

  19. Studying for finals is anyone else with me?

    wannabmidwife replied to heavenbound's topic in General Students

    I can't see straight any more. Final's on Tuesday for the entire book.

  20. For Fun--Kudos 2 Me...The "toot your own horn" thread

    wannabmidwife replied to tammy1974's topic in General Students

    YAY!! I finally got an A on a case study!! Just took my time, didn't change any answers, and went with my gut:rolleyes:. I'm so

  21. Help! I failed my first test in Fundamentals

    wannabmidwife replied to Veola's topic in LPN to RN

    Im curious as to how you're doing now? I'm feeling the same way. I just started Fundies and Im in my late 30's with 4 kids. I try to study as much as I can but failed my last test. Did you...

  22. should I withdraw??

    wannabmidwife replied to catz123's topic in General Nursing

    I'm 35 with 4 boys and yes it's very hard studying, working, and being a mom, and like you, it seems like I've been in school forever. You're almost there. Do all you can, get resources, talk to your...

  23. Suggestions for ways to study.

    wannabmidwife replied to MotivatedOne's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This is my first semester in NS and this has worked for me. I read the chapter then let it digest for a few days. I then go back and outline the chapter, all hand written, noting all the main...

  24. Got a B on my first Fundies test!!

    wannabmidwife posted a topic in General Students

    Yeyyy!! I have studied so hard and so long. Just three point away from an A. I'm so happy! First semester in nursing school and first test. Teachers are great and I'm so happy with my program. Just...

  25. Got a B on my first Fundies test!!

    wannabmidwife replied to wannabmidwife's topic in General Students

    I'm using a book called Fundamentals Success to help me with the questions. It's given me a good idea how to figure out how to answer because it gives me the rationals. I'm using my text as well but...