Hi! Hoping to get some advice and opinions regarding my career.
I have worked night shifts for a number of years and I'm currently employed at a place that I can sleep when the shift is quiet. Most nights I do get at least some sleep albeit short amounts and broken. Shifts are 2-3 times a week and 14.5 hours long. I use minimal childcare for my 2 year old (2 mornings a week at nursery) and family generally have him for me overnight (my husband works away alot!). I work 1 in 3 weekends.
I have recently applied for a day job which is more money, more progression and a slightly different career path. It is 5 days a week but the shifts are only 8 hours long and finish at either 3/4pm. Weekend work is uncommon.
I will be able to afford to pay for more childcare due to my increase in wages. But I am so used to looking after my son everyday I am struggling to make this decision. I effectively am a full time stay at home mum, with a full time night job and it can be exhausting at times. But I feel immensely guilty for looking for a job that means I spend less time hanging out with my little one.
What does everyone think? Am I being stupid to even consider it? Or would I feel less burnt out and would it be better to spend every afternoon/evening at home?
Thanks