Starting nursing school with a 3 year old

Sassy-RN · Jan 16, 2016

When I started I had a kindergartner, a 2 1/2 year old and a 6 month old. I'm not going to say it was easy... It was very tuff! But I got my LPN, RN and then BSN in 5 years.

My kids were the driving force that made me want to succeed and better my life!

Depending on your determination - you can do it!

kkbb, MSN, RN · Jan 17, 2016

I have an 8 year old and a 2 year old. Some of my bigger problems this semester have been with my 8 year old. He and I start class at the same time, and the 2 year old's sitter can't get him to school. My point is, it is harder because you have kids, but it can be done.

It takes a village some days. :yes: Depending on your childcare, make sure you have a back-up or two. Good luck!!

Nya7 · Jan 17, 2016

Hi! I am a pre nursing student and I applied for the practical nursing program this September 2016. I am a little hesitant about starting this year because I have a 2 year old son but he will be turning 3 when I start the program. I have had people tell me I should wait until he is 5 and in Kindergarden. But I have been working really hard these past 2 years completing these prerequisites. I will be finished my last prerequisite next month. As I said, I applied already and I am very excited to start it. Any advice for me? Should I just go ahead and start the program this September or should I wait a couple more years?

Hello, noooo keep going. I am a mother of all boys ages 10, 6, 2, and 1. I am 26 and married but my husband left us a few weeks ago. You got this. I am graduating June of the year and I hold a GPA of 3.58 AS OF NOW but I still have a few more classes to go. You got thisssss. I don't know you but don't listen to them. You signed up for a reason. Look at your baby, your 2 yr old. Look around you. That's why you signed up. Every time you second guess your self I want you to remind yourself, its not about you. Your doing this for your baby. Go ahead. I hope that you post the first day of class. Next to your baby, I am your biggest fan!!!!

Seattlemamalama · Jan 17, 2016

I have a 3 year old (just turned 3 this week), a 19 month old, and a newborn:dummy1: and I'm in my second semester in a BSN program. It's possible as long as your determined. I'm not the smartest person by farrrrrr but I keep getting myself back up after every time I stumble.

linzipinzi · Jan 18, 2016

I forgot to mention that besides my 2 year old son, I also have a 12 year old son and an 8 year old daughter! lol I didn't mention them because I am mostly concerned about my 2 year old even though he will be 3 when I start. But I shouldn't be too concerned because my wonderful mom has offered to take care of him while I am at school! And my 2 sisters have also volunteered to watch him whenever I need. So I have a very supportive family and my husband is supportive also. I just had a few negative people tell me that I shouldn't do this now for the sake of my kids and that I should wait a few more years. That's why I started feeling so hesitantâ€¦.

linzipinzi · Jan 18, 2016

Wow, that's great! Way to go! I am amazed by all these comments showing so much support and encouragement. I posted another comment at the end of all the comments. :)

linzipinzi · Jan 18, 2016

That's good you did it anyway and didn't listen. I also fail to understand the logic of that alsoâ€¦

linzipinzi · Jan 18, 2016

Yes, I really want to do this so I will! :) And good for you, you can do this also!

linzipinzi · Jan 18, 2016

Agreed! We can do this if we don't stop trying. I refuse to let negative people try to discourage me, I am glad that you didn't either! :)

linzipinzi · Jan 18, 2016

That's true about the village! I am thankful because I have my mom and 2 sisters who have all offered to watch him! So they can take turns. lol

linzipinzi · Jan 18, 2016

You are amazing! Very inspirational story you have, all the best to you! :)

linzipinzi · Jan 18, 2016

Wow that is amazing, you inspire me!!!