Parenthood and medicine – A balancing act
Drs4Drs have a message of advice and support for those who are or will be balancing medicine with being a parent.
Being a full-time parent while working full-time/part-time in medicine might feel overwhelming at times.
Making sure that there is enough time and energy for your family after working long-hours in a busy environment is a struggle many doctors face today. This is why it is important to talk to other medical parents about challenges or concerns you might have.
It is also crucial to take good care of yourself in acknowledging you are doing the best you can, trying to be there for your family and patients.
Reaching out for help is a sign of strength and courage, whether you are a parent or not.
Drs4Drs offers two complementary, confidential, free and 24/7 support services aimed at both your physical and mental well-being. Our website drs4drs.com.au/getting-help provides all the important information regarding our states and territories based services, staffed with GPs and other specialists trained in doctors’ health.
In addition to this, our tele-psychology service can be reached via 1300 Dr4Drs or 1300 374 377 for crisis and non-urgent care alike.