3Rd Shift Right or Wrong

Hi B.,

In some ways it may be easier, in other ways it may be harder. Very few people I know have both husband and wife working the traditional 9 to 5. You have to find what works best for your family.

This will have a major effect on everyone in your house, so you need to make sure your husband and you both agree on a schedule.

Don't overlook the fact that when you're sleeping in the morning, it may be very difficult for hubby to keep the boys quiet.

Good luck.
L.

It is all up to you - I don't think anyone can tell you what is right for you. All I can say is try it. I have a cousin who works 3rd shift and it seems to suit her well. The off-set in schedules between her and her husband make it so that they don't need a babysitter as well.

Good Luck in whatever you decide.

B.,

I can't say if it would be right or wrong for you, but I would do a little research about the health effects of working 3rd shift. I have heard that there are much higher cancer rates among 3rd shift workers. When you are up all night you are really messing with the way we are designed. I would personally want to know all of those things and make a really informed decision.

D.

My husband and I worked opposites for a few years. It was okay for the past 3 years, but it just never felt like a family because we would be alone at family events or whatever was going on. I have worked nights and so has he and it did not work out well for a long time. You need to be able to adjust with your sleep and it is not easy. You are able to spend time with the two boys during the day and the other three nights. It is difficult and days/nights become lost because you cant sleep and then you try to nap before your shift or grab sleep here and there. I would believe that 4 evening is not so bad, especially since your kids are home during the day with you. Your husband should be able to take care of the boys and spend time with them. Just make the most of the time you spend with the boys. Really think this over, I am not sure how easy it is to switch to another shift at your workplace, but think about it as if it is difficult to switch back and then you really hate the night shift you may be stuck with it.

Jenn

Instead of a thrid shift. Have you ever thought of having your own home based business. I am so proud to be and Arbonne independant consultant. It allows me to be able to stay and home with my three children. My website has information on becoming an independant consultant with Arbonne and starting your own home based business.
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Well its really up to you,

If your husband is really gonna be working from home, then Go for it, but its not for every one.

Nights is good because honestly My husband likes to spend time with his kids after work, Most husbands Do.

He doesn't always put them to bed but MOST nights he does, e crawls into our big bed and they love to crawl in after him.

And thats my Me time, or laundry time, ect...

Either way your missing some time with them,
because your sleeping when they wake up.

I would much rather spend time with them when they are happily awake, first thing in the Morning.

If your on 3rd shift you wake right before its nap time for them.

Whatever you decide, good luck,

Either way your a good mom,so try not ot feel guilty,

M

Will you be able to get quality sleep with them home? If you can sleep through kids being kids go for it! You can always try it and if it doesn't work, switch back. I wouldn't say there is a right or wrong just a what works best for you and your family. Goodluck!