How I Survive FIFO Life

How I Survive FIFO Life

The phrase I get the most as a FIFO wife is ‘I couldn’t do that’ or ‘I don’t know how you do it’ I felt called to talk about this some more because I don’t get a sense of people feeling like they want to understand how I ‘do it’ but usually feel mostly pity when...
How To Manage Feeling Lonely In FIFO Life

How To Manage Feeling Lonely In FIFO Life

Feeling lonely in motherhood is something we all experience from time to time so it’s completely understandable, expected even, to also have feelings of loneliness in FIFO. As a mum, our lives undergo a huge transformation.  Our bodies change through pregnancy,...
Long Distance Relationship Quotes

Long Distance Relationship Quotes

Long distance relationships are challenging.  Being apart from the ones we love sometimes can feel like too much to bear.  Being a FIFO wife for 10+ years, I understand how hard it can be to be separated from your loved one.  My husband spends half of the year away...
How To Survive The Fifo Wife Life

How To Survive The Fifo Wife Life

*This post was originally published on my Borne Too blog in 2017 My experience of marriage with a FIFO husband – sharing what has worked for us. Welcome to the FIFO wife life (and partners) club!  Whether you’re new to the game, a seasoned pro or maybe...