Balancing Night Shifts and Motherhood: The Stories of Working Mothers
This mother’s day: A look at how mothers who work overnight shifts manage it all
The Indian Express
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Working mothers like Renuka Asawale, Lata Rajuboth, and Apoorva Pandey face unique challenges managing night shifts while fulfilling family responsibilities. Their stories highlight the struggles and resilience of women who juggle demanding jobs in hospitals and sanitation with motherhood, often sacrificing sleep and personal time for their families.
- 01Mothers working night shifts face significant challenges balancing work and family responsibilities.
- 02Renuka Asawale, a nurse, has not taken a day off in five years, managing her household after night shifts.
- 03Lata Rajuboth, a sanitation worker, works long hours to support her family financially and prefers the calm of night shifts.
- 04Apoorva Pandey emphasizes the importance of family support in managing her demanding work schedule.
- 05These women's experiences illustrate the often unseen struggles of working mothers in demanding roles.
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For many working mothers, the phrase 'a mother’s work never ends' is a stark reality, especially for those on night shifts. Renuka Asawale, a nurse, has been tirelessly balancing her job and family responsibilities since her husband's death five years ago. Her night shift starts at 9:30 PM and ends at 9:30 AM, leaving her with little time to manage household chores before heading to another job. Similarly, Lata Rajuboth, a sanitation worker, works from 10 PM to 10 AM and then again from 11 AM to 3 PM, driven by financial necessity. She finds solace in her busy schedule, even working on Sundays to avoid salary deductions. Apoorva Pandey, a former Inquiry and Refunds Supervisor in the Pune Division of Central Railway, shares that family support is crucial in managing her alternating shifts. Her husband assists with household duties, ensuring their children feel cared for despite her demanding schedule. These stories reflect the resilience and dedication of mothers who work night shifts, adapting their roles to meet both professional and familial obligations.
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The stories of these mothers highlight the need for better support systems for working parents, especially those in demanding jobs. Their experiences can lead to discussions on workplace policies that accommodate family responsibilities.
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