Disclosure: This post is sponsored by BBVA Compass in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions are my own.
Every mom has a load to juggle. Some moms have the responsibility of juggling work and motherhood. While this may not be easy, it is possible. Instead of putting down mothers who work, we should work hard to support them. As many as 71% of moms in the United States were in the workforce in 2012. There is a spot for working moms in the world. Check out these tips to make your life that much easier.
Don’t give yourself guilt over working
When you are working to provide for your family, why should you feel guilty? It may be hard being away from your kids, but you are doing a VERY good thing for them. One way to balance work and motherhood is to hand over the guilt.
Meet other moms who are like you
I have found that it’s easier to balance work and motherhood when you know you’re not alone. Joining a Facebook support of working moms is a good start! Meeting other moms, who are like you, will make you feel human, without a doubt.
Take it a day at a time
When you worry about tomorrow or even the rest of the week, you’re adding unnecessary stress on yourself. One of the best things you can do, when it comes to balancing work and motherhood is to take it one day at a time.
Check out the right resources
It’s 2017, and that means there are some wonderful resources out there to help women balance work and motherhood. There is a podcast and eBook that I want to share with you all. I think you will love it. Working Moms Mean Business is a podcast that you will want to check out when you need a few resources. Don’t forget to download their eBook titled Mom Guilt: Why We Have It and How to Conquer It.
About BBVA Compass
BBVA Compass has partnered on a 10 podcast series with Emma Johnson, a personal finance writer, and blogger on her website, Wealthy Single Mommy. The podcast series also featured on http://www.brightideasforbusiness.com/working-moms-mean-business/ interviews successful women at many stages of their career and explores the topics of women in the workforce, what it’s like to be a primary breadwinner in a marriage relationship, women in tech careers, and more.
xiaoran0095
Saturday 6th of May 2017
i dont have a kid yet but I salute mothers so much. The love and dedication that they give to their children are incredible
Peachy
Friday 5th of May 2017
My mom used to balance work and us when we were just kids so I know this is really tough. She told us that support and understanding from us was what saw her through it all. Salute to all working moms!
Lucy
Thursday 4th of May 2017
OMG you wrothe the whole true thing! I feel you, I always easily feel that guilt. Thanks for writing this!
Lee Ka
Thursday 4th of May 2017
This is such a great article! Yes, it's important for moms not to feel guilty, whether working moms or stay at home moms. I just told my son that everyone has her own choice, and we need working moms as well, as there are some jobs that women might be better at. Moms do need more support! Thank you for bringing this up!
Brittany
Tuesday 2nd of May 2017
As a single mom balancing work life and motherhood is extra tough. But still, I get by with the help of my family and friends.