If what you are doing works – and you enjoy it – maybe sit down and have an honest conversation with your hubby. Why change what’s working, unless it’s what you want? I honestly would explain everything to hubby calmly and ask for his reasons and feedback, maybe you can both reach a compromise?
Either way, I hope it works out in a way that is healthy for you, hubby and your family ????

I think it’s amazing you’re doing allll that you are doing! Either option has it’s ups and downs. The fact that you are moving forward with it is the point, from there it’s how you want your life to look while you do it. While you have a bit of everything, this may actually be helping keep momentum but I a wondering if your partner is seeing you tire of such a workload? I think it’s great you have the support so go with what you think you want to do

It’s a tough call, especially when you love your job and have a lot on your plate with study and four kids! Maybe a good middle ground is to keep working part-time if it brings you joy, while continuing to chip away at your studies. Taking an extra year or two might give you that flexibility to balance everything without the burnout. Plus, once your youngest is in school, you’ll be in a solid place to take on more CRT work if you want. Balancing work you enjoy with gradual progress on your degree could make things feel less overwhelming right now.

If it were me, I’d think about what feels right for you and your family. Continuing to work part-time while studying might allow you to maintain that connection with your job and support your family financially. Plus, having those relationships can be a nice balance when studying gets tough.

On the other hand, if you’re feeling ready to dive into your studies full-time and your partner is supportive, it might be worth exploring that option, even if it means a few adjustments. You could also look into study schedules that fit around your family’s needs, perhaps during nap times or when the older kids are at school.

Ultimately, there’s no wrong choice here-just what feels best for you and your family. Remember, it’s okay to take it one step at a time. You’re doing amazing things already!

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If you love where you are I would take the extra time and work and study, rather than studying full time. To be honest it sounds like that’s what you want to do anyway and I’m sure if ypu explain that to your husband he will support your decision as well.

I think you already know the answer to this question. You mentioned that you would prefer to study part time until your youngest is in Primary School so that once he is in school you can work full time. I honestly think that this is what you want to do, it will also make you not feel guilty about being away studying full time and give you time to enjoy your family whilst pursuing the career you want.

The real question you should be asking, is what is best for your children? They are very young, and would benefit from you staying home until they are in school. You can always do neither, put the kids first, and enjoy them and love them while they are little ones

I would honestly follow your partner’s advice. Take it from someone who gave up studying and works full time in a job that’s okay, but doesn’t fulfil me. It has become a real drag because now I’m bored and want more. I am simply biding my time now until long service and then I’m going to look at studying something and doing what I will enjoy. If financially you have the capacity for you to study while your partner supports you do it. Do it at all costs! This is ultimately your career.

I would prefer to have an income whilst studying, so I’d try both part time

If you could take leave from your job – ie not lose it – I’d say go for the full time study next year.

Thank you all so much for your reply’s! I am so stuck. But you have all made some good point to consider ????

I personally wouldn’t give up your job if you love it. Good jobs can be very hard to find. See if you can come up with another solution rather than leaving something you love doing.

Along with pros and cons when making a decision; look at all the variables.

Do an analysis Risks/benefits to get the facts

However, you should only go with what your mind says as you are the one who needs to adjust to the changes

There are more variables now that you have children (particularly your youngest) than there was when you stayed up to study in 2021. Don’t give up your job if you love it and the people you work with – there are very few people who would say that about their work. If you feel that you can manage part-time uni, work and family life – thats great! You dont have to “focus on study” just become your partner thinks its right.

I understand that it could be such a dilemma, ultimately it’s your choice. Choose what you love and what is best for you as it would reflect on your family and kids as well.

I always write down the the pros and cons when deliberating; it is a useful tool.

That’s a tough one !
Is that what your partner wants you to do (study full time) is what you want to do ?
And why do you feel guilty ?
Maybe write out the cost and benifits of the different choices and weigh them off

Do what makes you happy and will have the better impact for your family. If you have the opportunity financially to live off one income I would pick that. You’ll finish sooner and he able to focus on other areas of you life and pursue your career to the fullest.