Night shift Caregiving

[Goofy Dad Energy]

Hello people! I'm going to be starting a night shift job soon and I know that it can be a real stressor on relationships, romantic or otherwise. Are there any caregivers out there that have any advice for marinating healthy relationships or anyone who works third shift have tips on how to adjust?

[beanbean]

It works if you put in the effort my advice is simple just text on your free moments.the good thing about third shift when you wake up there usually already awake and up so you get to start your day together 

[Kittyara207]

So true.  Taking the time yo just send messages.  Little notes around they can find are always fun.  But short messages to let them know that you are thinking of them.  Doesn't have to be overly thought out.  Just stupid things are fine.  Funny thoughts.  It will make nights off even more memorable.

[Andriel_Isilien]

I second the messaging or leaving voice notes for one another. Treat it like snail mail so there isn't pressure to respond instantly while one is working/sleeping. Honesty, it is working with what you got and communicating what expectations and needs are in the beginning. Have a plan on what to try to see how it goes for a bit. Then make adjustments as you go along. When there is a day off or holiday, then both of you can spend some quality time together in person. For me it doesn't matter what the situation is, it's just appreciating the effort because I know that someone is thinking of me. That's what counts, not keeping score or hitting a quota. Best of luck!

[Kali]

All of the above, YES!!  It'd also be nice to let them know if you're going to be busy so that they know communications may suddenly drop. It can be hard when you're on a happy high from chatting and sharing then BOOM, nothing.