Yes, it is normal. It is part mommy guilt, part school burn out, and part uncertainty as to what comes next. I have the same issue off and on. It is not easy being mom and student. I over compensate a lot!! - Itsallabouteeyore  30.6 #4428 7:31PM

Normal. Just think, what you're doing is to better your family - StephiePooh  572.6 #198 7:33PM

It is normal and its the normal tug of war we experience as parents. Hang in there because May will be here in a flash and then... Summers off, weekends off, work done by 3 everyday and breaks for all the holidays, you will be able to soak up your kids and really be there for the ages in which they will remember those special events and times  hang in there mommy!!! - smilinbeckett  88.3 #3216 7:33PM

I think it's normal I'm going through that now but I want to give my daughter the best life I can - Rob512  755.1 #134 7:36PM

Aww, thank you all so much!! I'm glad to hear it's normal and that I'm not just losing it. Thanks again, your kind words are greatly appreciated. - MickeyLvr  24.4 #4788 7:36PM

Mothers guilt is a postpartum side effect that never goes away. You are teaching your kids that hard work pays off, and now you will really enjoy the time you do spend with them. - Missshelly  690.3 #151 7:41PM

I am a teacher and I am not done by 3 I get to work at 7 90 mins before I need to. I work thru recess except using restroom and Udon't take a full lunch. I take work home. Currently correcting tests. Will also be preparing for a huge meeting on Thursday. If you figure out the hours we work as many if not more hours just in a shorter time span. We get out in mid June and most teachers are back in their classrooms in early August. Today I had a student kick a garbage cab, and throw 2 pencils and a pair if scissors. Teaching is stressful and yes I get holidays off and part of the summer. I have missed many of my kids first days of school, fieldtrips and assemblies. Good luck in your teaching career. - Dizkid  284.3 #724 7:45PM

It is definitely normal. (((hugs))) to you. Like others said, you are doing the best you can to provide for your family. - LBChica  1560.6 #52 7:46PM

As someone who's been teaching for 19 years, I understand the stress. But it does have its rewards. And I'm not talking about the early days or summers off. In fact, I work way past 5pm on many days, not to mention the things done at home. And those vacation and summers off are not free; those are noncontracted day, days we don't get paid. The rewards cone in other ways, mainly from the students you work with, the students who come back and tell you how much you made an impact on them. The ones who become teachers because of what you showed them. Sorry if it turned into a little rant. - JustGoofyDad  2130.8 #32 7:58PM

Thank you  and I have been teaching over 26 years and can't even think about retiring yet other jobs have people who retire with 25 years - Dizkid  284.3 #724 8:05PM

I have been teaching 26 years and I love my job. I was lucky enough to change schools and grades and follow my kids...until they went to high school. I was never their teacher, but i could see them when I was on duty and at lunch...and then extra duties like sports or dances...I picked ones in which they were participating. They loved having me around and I really knew their friends. I did dedicate time each evening to no school work until my kids were in bed...made for late nights for me...but worth it! Good luck! - ladylikesdisneysmom  267.1 #873 8:07PM

. That's exactly what I am doing with my kids, first with teaching, then administration and now with consulting so that I can see them a little during the day and be a part of some of major events. I also don't do work until they are asleep. Late nights but worth it. It helps a little with mommy guilt especially as I head back to school for my EdD. It's normal and unfortunately comes with the mommy role. But, as others have stated, you are doing what you can for the betterment of your family and being a great role model in the process. - lockshockbarrel  245.4 #1072 8:16PM

Thank you all so much. You don't know how much your kind words mean to me. I worked as an instructional aide for several years, subbed and of course did student teaching which I'm currently still doing. Working with students is definitely rewarding and I can't wait to have a classroom of my own. Thanks again. - MickeyLvr  24.4 #4788 8:35PM

Your feelings are normal. I also give mine way too much attention cause I feel so guilty.... I suggest you study at home and just be there if needed. - GoofyJoe  1868.3 #41 8:39PM

Take my mom's advice. She seemed like an expert at time management and I have so many memories with her growing up. She inspired me to get my teaching credential too. I'm never having kids though, so I'll have an easier time than the rest of you. Good luck and hang in there! Remember to do it for the children! - ladylikesdisney  926.7 #96 8:46PM