I'm a single mom of 2 and the last year or so, I finally started a position where there is a real chance for a career and growth. I enjoy that aspect, but I'm just feeling so burnt out.
I'm pretty sure one of my DD's is autistic, she's 5 and the meltdowns are becoming so unbearable. She's so lovely when she wants to be, but the slightest thing can set her off and then she's screaming at me, calling me names, trying to bite me or hit me and nothing calms her down. I used to be able to manage it, but it's becoming more and more frequent. She also gets jealous of her sibling and her Dad doesn't help as he's not the most reliable.
Work take me for granted, they've promised me things for months and not come through. I mention it and get fobbed off or promised something else and it doesn't come to pass. I'm paying loads in childcare and probably not any better off working full time than I would be part-time, but I took the role as I was thinking of the future. I want the progression and career prospects as the kids will one day have their own lives. Plus there's pensions and other things to consider.
But I'm miserable. The house is hard to keep on top of, I'm working all week and evenings and weekends when required due to the nature of the role, plus with my DD and DS, I'm struggling. I know it's temporary and I know things will get better, but I'm just so done. Would I be unreasonable to just quit and find a part time role?