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[quote=Anonymous]I had a baby halfway into my graduate program while working full time.  I remember writing here asking for tips when I was pregnant and many posters told me it's practically impossible.  I just graduated last fall!  I spent my lunch hours and any downtime I had at work reading or studying.  I also pulled a few all nighters studying or writing papers so I could spend as much time with my family as possible.

There were a handful of parents in my program, most of them men, but also some women.  PP's mention of a supportive spouse really is key.  I took online classes when they were offered, but they were far and few between.  I typically had classes two nights a week.  I would rush home to make dinner, greet my husband and son and leave.  DH took on the childcare responsibilites by himself those days.  He did the same when I had group projects or meetings on weekends.  And then there were just times (like during finals) when I had to have a few hours of silence to study, and DH would take the baby out for a few hours so I could have some quiet time.  He really was wonderful.

Best of luck OP, it's hard, but it is defintiely possible.  [/quote]

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