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[tigress]

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This question probably comes up here periodically. I was hoping I could get some advice. I'm not currently in med school, I'm taking the MCAT in April and hoping to apply next year. My problem is figuring out when to have kids. Waiting until after med school isn't an option. My husband would be happiest if we had a kid before I started, which is a possibility, but I worry about being able to focus properly with a baby. I know people have kids during med school and get along fine, and I'm a good student. I guess I'm just hoping people here could give me some insight: If a student was going to have a baby, at what point during med school would be the most convenient?

(yeah, I hate talking about "convenience" in the same sentence as "baby" but heck, that's life right)

 

[evajaclynn]

You're right, this has been discussed a lot around here lately!

Here's a link for you: http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=160379

And another: http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=163617

And one more:
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=155518

Hope these help! 👍

 

[tigress]

You're right, this has been discussed a lot around here lately!

Here's a link for you: http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=160379

And another: http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=163617

And one more:
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=155518

Hope these help! 👍

thanks!

 

[Stitch626]

This question probably comes up here periodically. I was hoping I could get some advice. I'm not currently in med school, I'm taking the MCAT in April and hoping to apply next year. My problem is figuring out when to have kids. Waiting until after med school isn't an option. My husband would be happiest if we had a kid before I started, which is a possibility, but I worry about being able to focus properly with a baby. I know people have kids during med school and get along fine, and I'm a good student. I guess I'm just hoping people here could give me some insight: If a student was going to have a baby, at what point during med school would be the most convenient?

(yeah, I hate talking about "convenience" in the same sentence as "baby" but heck, that's life right)

Sorry to be nosy, but why can't you wait until med school is finished? I have a medical condition that affects my fertility (so timing is a consideration for me too) and I was just wondering if you were in the same boat. If this question is too personal, no need to respond.

 

[efex101]

Also why don't you wait until you see what medical school will be like for *you* and then think about this question. Different people will have different medical school experiences so wait to see how you will fare then think about when to have babies.

 

[DrMom]

I chose to have the kiddo first & *just* be a mom for a few years before starting med school. Worked really well for me, even though it meant that I was out for quite a few years. I wouldn't have given up that time with my daughter for anything.

 

[beanbean]

I also chose to stay home with my daughters when they were young and then tackle med school. The big surprise was my son who arrived a few weeks into my first year! So much for all that planning....

So far my balance between school and motherhood has been fine. I am lucky to have a very supportive husband who makes a good salary as well. We are able to afford a nanny to come to our home and care for the kids. My parents also live only a few miles away and are albe to lend a hand. UCONN's schedule for the first two years is lecture and labs 6am-12pm, M-F (one morning is PBL), one afternoon 1-5pm Clinical Skills and one afternoon 1-5pm Primary Care. This means I am home 3 afternoons a week most of the time. I tend to study at home as well.

Some students who have children opt to take a year off especially between 2nd and 3rd year. Perhaps this would be an option for you.

Deirdre

 

[tigress]

Sorry to be nosy, but why can't you wait until med school is finished? I have a medical condition that affects my fertility (so timing is a consideration for me too) and I was just wondering if you were in the same boat. If this question is too personal, no need to respond.

Well, it's really complicated, but the possibility of fertility problems plays a role. And religious stuff that is sort of hard to explain.

 

[tigress]

I also chose to stay home with my daughters when they were young and then tackle med school. The big surprise was my son who arrived a few weeks into my first year! So much for all that planning....

So far my balance between school and motherhood has been fine. I am lucky to have a very supportive husband who makes a good salary as well. We are able to afford a nanny to come to our home and care for the kids. My parents also live only a few miles away and are albe to lend a hand. UCONN's schedule for the first two years is lecture and labs 6am-12pm, M-F (one morning is PBL), one afternoon 1-5pm Clinical Skills and one afternoon 1-5pm Primary Care. This means I am home 3 afternoons a week most of the time. I tend to study at home as well.

Some students who have children opt to take a year off especially between 2nd and 3rd year. Perhaps this would be an option for you.

Deirdre

Yeah, I just want to say I saw your post on one of the threads I was directed to, and you are totally inspirational! 🙂 Pretty amazing to be able to get through even though you had a kid in the first month.

Thanks to everybody, and the previous threads and all.