Her Second Shift

Ever wonder about that mysterious “second shift” everyone’s talking about? Let me break it down for you.

You know that feeling when you finally wrap up your workday, only to find yourself knee-deep in another marathon of tasks, from changing diapers to whipping up dinner?

That, my friend, is the infamous “second shift” - the unpaid, often overlooked work that accompanies the territory of being a mom and running a household.

But don’t worry, we’re here to shed some light on it, swap stories, and reassure each other that we’re all in this whirlwind adventure called motherhood together.

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From funny parenting stories to heartfelt musings on balancing work and life Her Second Shift promises to make you laugh, cry, and everything in between.

My twins are turning three in a month, and I’m a little scared…

As a parent, which age have you found the most challenging? Comment on what age you found the most difficult and why. Help ease my mind and others!

The hot, new social media trend: I’ve joined the ‘Dark Romance’ book club ❤

I’ve been stoked with the latest social media trend. I like to refer to it as my spicy reading time.

Is it just me, or is finding a job or getting a response harder than ever?

I lost count of the number of jobs I had applied for after the 300th job application. Of those 300, I’ve had one in-person, one virtual, and two unofficial phone interviews. There have also been several jobs that required multiple hurdles before reaching an interview. I’m talking aptitude tests, typing tests, behavioural questions. I didn’t […]

Hey I'm Liss,

I am the passionate founder and creator of Her Second Shift. During the day, I help train the next generation of professionals, but once the workday is over, the real fun begins!

I dive into the exhilarating journey of raising my two-year-old twin boys, Levi and Tate, alongside my husband Bryce and our adorable fur baby, Sonny. Life is always filled with excitement in our neck of the woods!

I created Her Second Shift as a place for moms like me to come together, share our stories, and support each other through the ups and downs of motherhood.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a brand-new mum still trying to figure it all out, you’re welcome here. So grab a seat, get cozy, and let’s dive into this crazy journey called motherhood together!

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Her Second Shift acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today