Working mothers face numerous obstacles and encounter various challenges when trying to balance their careers with motherhood.
Challenges faced by a working mother :
- Long working hours
- Overwhelming tasks
- Constant guilt and anguish of being away from their children
- They often face criticism and judgement for their choices
When and Why Women Choose Children Over a Career?
There are many reasons that mothers choose to stay at home with their children. Remember, there is no right or wrong choice. It is a very personal decision which can be made only by you. It is not easy to quit your career and embrace motherhood by being a stay-at-home-mom. But, if this makes you happy then go for it.
Can you enjoy motherhood, be a good mother and have a successful career?
Yes, you can.
Embracing challenges, being confident in your decisions, and knowing your worth. Finding ways to balance your career and motherhood without getting burned out or overwhelmed is possible. Of course, finding balance requires some work in and of itself, but it is well worth the effort.
How to balance work and motherhood:
- Set and also keep boundaries: You can set boundaries by telling colleagues to contact you by phone in truly urgent situations otherwise your time at home can be focused on your children.
- Make a timetable or combine calendar: After setting boundaries, fix the schedule of your work and also your child's daily routine prior. Otherwise even after setting boundaries you will end up in fixing and creating conflicts.
- Seek help: Taking help from your partner and other family members will work for you.
- Make time for yourself: Taking care of your own physical and mental health will directly or indirectly going to create an impact on your motherhood phase and on your career growth.
- Balance if possible: Finding that "perfect" balance between your career and motherhood can be challenging, especially when your children are young. And while these tips can help you achieve that balance, you'll still likely face days where you feel stressed from having too much on your plate.
But don't give up.
Keep on pushing forward. Focus on doing your best, and remind yourself that you are doing your best. Life won't always be perfect, but when you prioritise finding balance, you'll be one step closer to finding it.
Dr.Yogita Pawar
Master’s In Paediatric Neuro Sciences Physiotherapy. Fellowship In Psychology Counselling, Child & Adolescent Counselling & Positive Parenting Coach.