Parenthood can feel like a demand on time you barely have. Ryan is planning a wedding, and the baby question has already arrived. If your evenings are the one part of the day that still feels yours, how do you begin to imagine giving them up?

A free, one-night rec-centre program in New York offers parents a break while children take part in activities. It sounds like an answer to exhaustion. But is the larger problem a shortage of childcare, or the fear that family life will leave no room for anything else?

The word “losing” changes the stakes. Shane pushes back with another word for what happens to your time when you raise a child, and Ryan considers it. What changes when you question the assumption that those hours simply disappear?

Topics: parenthood, free time, childcare, family decisions, raising children

Originally aired on 2026-09-23

Parenthood can feel like a demand on time you barely have. Ryan is planning a wedding, and the baby question has already arrived. If your evenings are the one part of the day that still feels yours, how do you begin to imagine giving them up?
A free, one-night rec-centre program in New York offers parents a break while children take part in activities. It sounds like an answer to exhaustion. But is the larger problem a shortage of childcare, or the fear that family life will leave no room for anything else?
The word &ldquo;losing&rdquo; changes the stakes. Shane pushes back with another word for what happens to your time when you raise a child, and Ryan considers it. What changes when you question the assumption that those hours simply disappear?
Topics: parenthood, free time, childcare, family decisions, raising children
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-09-23

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Shane Hewitt &amp; The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world&mdash;always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge.
From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
If you crave meaningful dialogue, smart perspectives, and late-night radio energy in podcast form, subscribe now and join The Nightshift.

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.