- Ask for help! Join the Student with Children listserv and exchange tips with other student-parents. Send a blank email to join-swc@lists.nyu.edu to subscribe.
- Coordinate baby-sitting and study time with other student-parents. Take turns watching the children and studying.
- If you are just getting back into school, try taking only one or two classes to ease back into it. You will get a feel for the workload, and then progressively work your way up to being a fulltime student.
- Study wherever you can, including on your commute (if traveling by train or bus). If you do commute - stay informed! NYU has services specifically for commuter students. Visit the NYU Commuter Services website, or stop by the Student Resource Center (Kimmel Center, Suite 210) for more information.
- Study with your child. If you are reading, have your child read – it’s never too early to start. If you are writing, give your child a pen and paper, and just let his or her imagination run wild. Even if the children are just looking at pictures, it’s a great way to introduce them to books. They will see you doing it, so when it comes time for them to go to school, they will have established good study habits.
- Never do more than you can handle. It is not worth the stress in the long run.
If you do find yourself stressed or down, contact the NYU Wellness Exchange. Call (212) 443-9999 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This service is free for all NYU students.