Can You Be a GOOD DOCTOR AND HAVE A FAMILY ?!
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- čas přidán 3. 08. 2024
- I get so many messages about people being inspired by the fact that I both: have a family and work towards being a doctor at the same time. The reality is, there are many of us in medicine that have families and started our families during training.
And you can do it too! You can still be a strong kick ass parent and still go to work! Don't let preconceived notions hold you back.
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Wyatt, London, and I and fairly active on instastories. Follow us / dr.jennale if you are interested in more behind the scenes of medicine/hospital and home life!
I’ll be the last person to say we have it all figured out. I personally feel like most of the time in a hot mess 😅 but all we can do is try to be better together every day. What are some of your tips for work life balance?
Thank you Jenny for being such a great role model for women who are interested in medicine!! My fear has always been not being able to have a family if you go into medicine, but you have been such a huge inspiration for me in that regard 💕
I’ve learned to not let the opinions of others affect my life choices! 💪🏼👩🏻⚕️
You are so inspiring!!!🥰🥰🥰 I'm a final year medical student with a 10 week old baby. Your videos are just so helpful to me❤
Congratulations Boneetse! Your little one is probably growing so fast! Soak up the moments 🥰 I already miss it when London was small 😭
Thank you for sharing the truth about working in medicine, raising a family and just sticking with the process. Medicine is such a long journey and to take it on along with raising two young children...you are amazing! My plan is to try to apply to medical school when my youngest (who’s currently 2) begins Kindergarten. As for trying to manage working full time, taking prerequisites courses, and raising two children and being a good wife...I’m learning that for me, “embracing the chaos” has helped. I struggle studying at home too because when I get home it’s always “mommy, mommy” right up until bedtime. Hiding to sneak in study sessions didn’t work because they thought I was playing hide and seek lol. So I just study at the kitchen table so they know I’m nearby and kick in my “mamba mentality” when a test is coming up. Medicine is a huge sacrifice but I know that 10 years from now you’ll look back on your life and be happy you took the journey. Keep on keeping on because you’re almost at the finish!
ah, not bringing work home is so key. i was trying my best to study as much as i could in my free time at the hospital for that reason too. in med school, i still have to bring school home but it is a good reminder to try and make the most of your free time during the day!
Hi Priv! Med school is definitely a different beast. Stan and I didn’t even live together when I was in medical school cause I studied all the time ... obviously no balance.
I cant believe u r a third year already... man time flies 💯💯💯💯😂😂😂😂😂
I know!! I will be graduating in a few weeks 😱 it’s insane!
@@drjennale we need that video😭😭😭
Love all the way from Jamaica🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
Wow I love what you and your husband are doing ... that is a blessing!!!
oh my goodness this is great to hear that you're still making it work while being present while you're home.
You & your channel have been such a blessing to me as I embark on this journey. Thank you for these excellent tips. So proud of you/your journey... what a beautiful family also! Looking forward to your next video series ❤️
Thank you 🥰 this journey in medicine is so amazing. I’m glad I can share the experience with you all.
This is gold....
I am an IMG from USA going to give my step exam. I was pretty confused as to what specialty to go into and hadn't given much thought into family medicine until I stumbled upon your videos a month back. Girl!! You are an inspiration. Thank you so much for doing this 💓
P. S: your kids are adorable 👶😍
It’s seriously the best feeling to know that I’m inspiring others to go into family medicine. I know it doesn’t sound as sexy as surgery or OBGYN but it is the absolute best career for me 👩🏻⚕️❤️ so fulfilling
The title is not even a question when talking about you! You're an awesome mom! And whoever is a mom understands that no one is perfect, we do the best we can! Motherhood like everything in life has it's ups and downs for everyone!
Thanks you ❤️ we all do what we can. I get a lot of message from people surprised and inspired that I started a family while going through medical school and residency. I wanna show that you can pursue your passion and still start a family
@@drjennale you are a great example. I wish people knew how doable it was! So many (and i mean many...) members in my family all, cardiologists, anesthesiologist, pulmonologist, gynecologist, pediatricians, neurosurgeons, family doctors, have all gotten married and started families while in school. I could never say it was easy for them. I've seen them miss really important moments in their kids lives because they were on call, BUT they *always* made sure to make it up to them and spend quality time with the child. And their children do not feel deprived of their love at all. You just have to be very determined if you choose to go into medicine because it takes a LOT of willpower.
One thing that I keep thinking every time I watch your videos and thinking about how Stan feels is that medical school will end one day. It’s not forever and once you are finished you will be able to have a more normal life and have more family time and the reward will be so worth it! I admire you and Stan! You are making this work for you guys and that’s awesome!!
Thanks Regina! Stan reminds me often that residency is almost over! We’re excited to spend some proper time together ❤️
Jenny Le sorry I went back and read my comment and realized I had messed up so I had to fix it because it was driving me crazy! 😜
Thank you for making your life seem possible ♥️ I’m starting medical school this fall and my husband and I are cautiously hopeful for the future...
Congratulations Whitney on medical school! All you need is a good supportive partner and you guys can do anything!
I’m so glad I came across your channel! I just found out I’m pregnant and terrified to start intern year! As nausea and vomiting drains my day to day energy, I honestly have no idea how I’m going to make it through residency. Your words and honesty are a huge inspiration and it’s so relieving to see someone in the same boat and successful in her own way!
Wow!! I love this videos, you are so human and I really admire that❤️
We always keep it real here. Good, bad, and messy 😂
Thank you for showing us this. We truly value your perspective.
Thank you Michelle for watching 🥰
Heyy jenny... Loved your video.100% honest 0%fake. I admire ur hardworking and dedication towards your family and ur career. Stay the same... Rock it gurl🤟
Jenny , you're a really hard worker and London is adorable ❤️👍🏼
I may not be the smartest but I am willing to work twice as hard to achieve my goals! It’s all about the work ethic 💪🏼👩🏻⚕️
Jenny, my daughter wants to be a psychiatrist and we watch your videos because you are so genuine and honest. Thank you for sharing your life and journey through medical school , it helps so much. I hope to get a heads up on what to expect...here in Canada it will be 9 years before she graduates medical school as they require an under grad degree first before med school.
Jenny Le Jenny, what do your Vietnamese parents think about your life as a med student? Are they supportive?
Same here in the US. 4 year undergraduate, 4 year medical school, and I believe psychiatry here is 4 years of residency.
My parents are super supportive (neither in medicine). They don’t have the means to support me financially but they are always a phone call away
They say that you cant have a profession and be a parent at the same time. But somehow you made it work
Thank you Catira! But who is saying that! We need to find them update their thinking. 💪🏼👩🏻⚕️
I just knew that wasn't Wyatt... wow London has grown so much since I've had time to watch! Adorable just like his big brother!😍 Love that you film them growing and playing... so cute!😍🥰
They are growing so fast 😭😭😭 how do we make it stop
@@drjennale you can't its unfortunate devine madness!😂😭😍
Im a mom of 2 , 5 years old and 5 months old, my final in pediatrics is in a month and I just can't find the time to study properly (Im still doing rounds throughout the day)
I feel like you addressed everything I struggle with in life
My husband will never do these sessions with me, but I hope I'll find an alternative...😅
So happy I have you as a mentor for struggles no one understands around me (Im the only mom of two in my class)
Thank you!
Stan was really against it in the beginning as well. He’s a man of very little words and so getting him to talk is a struggle. BUT he did it to please me and ended up really liking it!
Give yourself some grace. You probably know more than you think. You’ll do great on your final. Good luck !!
you are very inspiring sister.
lovedd it! so much wisdom! 💕💕
I definitely feel more wise now in my 30’s than I did in my 20’s 😅
Great to see you!!!
🥰 it’s great connecting everyone on here
You're such an amazing mum and also an inspiration to everyone. I'm a full-time nurse and also a mum of three with a new 4 month baby. It is tiring and difficult trying to figure out a balance between work and family. Buts we're only humans so we do what we can do. And yes never bring work home, that's what I've learnt over there years. Take care!
You are amazing! Does it get easier when the kids get older? 😅
@@drjennale yes, as the kids gets older things get easier in a way..kinda. Well I have a 6 and 4 yo. They have swimming classes and sports so it does get busier.
you are so inspiring ! thank you for the tips :)
Thanks for watching Hanna 🥰
Thank you so much for this video. I appreciate your transparency and your channel so much!! Thank you for all you do!🙏🏾
Thank you Kaelor. It’s nice to know I’m reaching someone out there in the real work 🥰
Dear Jenny, you're a true role model 👑
You are too sweet 🥰 thank you
wow Jenny, how after all that do you stay fit and healthy?? you are amazing!!
I believe staying fit is 80% diet 20% exercise. Eating healthy is probably the hardest part 😅
And I love your videos btw💯
Thank you so much Maissta 🥰
You are an amazing mother Jenny and a great doctor. I am a premed right now and you inspire me everyday!
Thank you Jonathan ❤️ trying our best 😬
Jenny Le that is true about us boys growing up. You should spend time with them that’s important. I used to be like them when I was a kid 😆 then I grew up and it’s not the same as it used to be. I still love my mom as always.
Thank you very much for all your videos! They are really encouraging and helpful. I have a question please; would it work for a physician mother to balance everything if her spouse is a doctor? Let’s say both have relatively manageable residencies/ specialties, will they be able to have time for their children?
That’s a great questions. My co-resident is actually married to an internal medicine resident and they have an adorable 18 month old together. It’s totally doable. They just have amazing help with child care.
I remember watching you in undergrad and you were pregnant with wyatt. Now I’m a medical student.
I’m interested in surgery. But I kept getting deflected my the idea of not having time for a spouse or family… I’d love more insight on this!
I'm 22 and just started at the hospital as a kitchen aide. I become a pct soon. I just had my first baby three months ago and I'm a single mom. I wanted to know some tips if you have any.
I am from from Pakistan .. you are very beautiful ... ur voice is so sweet.. i am doing PhD having same story but my husband is not so supportive as yours
Then leave him
what will your work schedule/hours be like as an attending?
How did you decide to call your child London? Is there a specific reason? Thanks :)
I just like the way it sounds. It’s different/unique without being embarrassing for him when he gets older 😅 I like that it’s unisex!
@@drjennale Thanks for getting back to me so quickly ❤️ I was just really curious as I have never heard London used as a name before. You have two very cute and sweet children!
I love your channel by the way. I just can't get over how different the USA is when compared with the UK. Hope you and your family are doing well through this difficult time and looking forward to your next video 👍
How does Wyatt like London so much? My toddler HATES his baby sister!! He wouldn't even sit in the same room..ugh!!
We tell Wyatt that it’s “his baby” and try to involve him as much as possible. When London was born, we bought a gift for Wyatt and said it was from London. We also try to have separate time for both of them so Wyatt doesn’t feel like we’re favoring the baby.
Jenny, Do residents get paid minimum wage or a normal salary?
It’s probably lower than minimum wage if you calculate based on how many hours we actually work 😭