Hi MN, I am a male (32) with 2 kids looking for some relationship advice.
I have been with my partner for 15 years. We have 2 boys one who is 4 and one 1. I am self employed, and my wife is a full time response officer.
My wife has has been working in the police for over 2 years, but since having our children it has become increasingly difficult. I realise having kids in any situation is hard, but it seems much harder when your married to a shift worker. As I am self employed, I
Pick the kids up and drop off when she is stuck at work. Have them all weekend myself when she's in bed after a nightshift. Deal with the disappointment of a cancelled rest day etc. It really is hard not to find yourself blaming your partner for not being there. I just feel like I am mostly a single parent, it's really difficult.
Please any advice on this, or anyone in a similar situation?