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So which is better? To be pregnant while in school? or Start school with a newborn? I want to be a CRNA. So, I am going into an accelerated 16 month program. Working and then going into a 28 month CRNA program. So I will be in school and working for the next 4 years. I would like to have a baby before then.

I am not pregnant but actively trying. Hopefully this month will be the month. I'm ovulating now!! I think LOL. I was accepted into nsg school this fall but deferred to work more and save $$$ before I go (so I can afford insurance for me and baby) and have great health insurance while pregnant. I went back and forth about going to nsg school something i really want to do and having a baby another thing I really want to do. So I am planning to go to school and have a newborn baby!! Good Luck

I am interested in changing careers. Currently in public health research. I am planning on going to Duke in Fall to get BSN. Then become CRNA later. But have to work at least a year 1st in ICU. For the year after I get BSN and have to work before going to CRNA school, what type of positions can I hold? what type of salary will I earn??

Thanks to all for your comments suggestions and concerns. I am so grateful to hear your stories. They are eye opening and encouraging. I am still undecided. And please feel free to continue to write I will keep you update on my decision. As for support, my friends are moving to NYC, my mom lives 2 hours away the dad will be going to school 2 hours away that is if I remain in GA. If I go to Duke my mom will be 8 hours away the day will be about 10 hours away and I have one friend at Duke who will be 4th year in med school. I am excited about being a mother but not about doing it alone completely with no support I just dont see how it would work. I am a fighter and my heart is telling me I can do anything. My mind is telling me that I have made so many bad decisions lately following my heart that now it is just time to use plain old common sense. But whether I go to Duke or stay and work at CDC I will be on my own with no support. I guess the main difference I will be working versus in school. But I don't want to continue doing something I am not passionate about it is so draining. The other option which I am considereing is to find a job at CDC doing something I am interested and passionate about and truley enjoy doing. Attempt to complete a PhD program part-time since I have at least 24 transferable credits towards a PhD, UNC has a 3 year online program that is possible and or attend a school locally the baby could come to class with me in the evenings and day care during the day. And I get my PhD and just continue to work in pulic health. And give up on the idea of becoming a nurse or go back in 4 years but then I will no be so up for more school. As for support, my friends are moving to NYC, my mom lives 2 hours away the dad will be going to school 2 hours away that is if I remain in GA. If I go to Duke my mom will be 8 hours away the day will be about 10 hours away and I have one friend at Duke who will be 4th year in med school. I am excited about being a mother but not about doing it alone completely with no support I just dont see how it would work. I am a fighter and my heart is telling me I can do anything. My mind is telling me that I have made so many bad decisions lately following my heart that now it is just time to use plain old common sense. But whether I go to Duke or stay and work at CDC I will be on my on with no support. I guess the main difference I will be working versus in school. But I don't want to continue doing something I am not passionate about it is so draining. The other option which I am considereing is to find a job at CDC doing something I am interested and passionate about and truley enjoy doing. Attempt to complete a PhD program part-time since I have at least 24 transferable credits towards a PhD, UNC has a 3 year online program that is possible and the baby could come to class with me in the evenings and day care during the day. And I get my PhD and just continue to work in pulic health. And give up on the idea of becoming a nurse or go back in 4 years but then I will no be so up for more school.

I just joined today. And I am in a similar situation. I have been accepted into Duke 2008 accelerated BSN 16 months program but I am deferring till 2009. I am 2 months pregnant now so the baby will be about 8 months when i start school. I am not confident that the father will be present and I am not from North Carolina. I have one friend there but she is medical school but support is limited. I am afraid that I be able to attend school because of the baby. Please any questions suggestions comments. I am panicking.

I am pregnant and due in Jan 2009. I am deferring nursing school now and will attend August 2009 in a 16 month BSN program. Class schedule is about 8-4 M-F but occasionally I will have to be available some nights and weekends. I am going to school at Duke and I am not from NC. I have no family and one friend in med school so support will be close to little or none. Are there any single parents in nursing school or . How is it? How do you afford everything while in school? Who keeps your child while you work or attend school? Please help and comments questions or suggestions are welcomed. I am afraid that I may not be able to attend school as planned. Is it possible? I am sure it will be difficult