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.

On my birthday, I hit a kid on an e-scooter: A wake-up call for all road users

This isn’t a sad blog post or one that requires pity. This is one written out of frustration of a growing problem I didn’t know about until it quite literally hit me. I captured this video about 25 minutes after the incident. I’d spoken with the Police and was awaiting for an adult to arrive […]

Survive the Whine: How tiny tantruming humans make us better mums in the long run

Navigating the Emotional Tug-of-War Have you ever had those days when you lovingly gaze at one of your children and think, “Wow, I am so lucky; kudos to me, what a good kid I’ve raised…”? Then you look at your other child, who is practically swinging from the ceiling, and think, “What the f$%k have […]

2024 Highlights: My Favourite Places, Products, and Pastimes

Did you make the most of 2024? Achieve all of your New Year’s resolutions? I’m wrapping up my year by giving you my top products, places I’ve visited, and memories I’ve made. These have added so much joy to my life this year, and I’m bidding farewell to 2024 while welcoming new beginnings and adventures […]

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