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Juggling Parenthood, a 9–5 Job, and a Side Hustle: 7 Tips to Achieving Balance
Living life with humour, wit, and a pinch of sarcasm — one day at a time.
So, you have a 9–5 job and a kid, and you want to start a side hustle. Congrats, you’re now a member of the Juggling Club! But don’t worry. You’ll soon learn to balance it all with ease. Or not. Who am I kidding? It’s going to be a hot mess, but that’s part of the fun, right?
First things first, forget about sleep.
Sleep is overrated, right? You’ll learn to function on less sleep than you ever thought possible. And if you’re lucky, you’ll get a power nap in between changing diapers and meeting deadlines. But seriously, be prepared for long nights and early mornings. For instance, you might get up at 4 am to complete a work project before your baby wakes up. Then, you can spend the rest of the morning taking care of their needs.
Embrace chaos.
Your 9–5 job is already demanding enough, but now you want to add a side hustle to the mix? Good luck with that! You’ll need to embrace chaos and find a way to make it all work. The key is to prioritise and stay organised. Make a list of your daily tasks and stick to it, no matter what. Setting a routine and sticking…
