Working Moms – Release the Guilt

There doesn’t seem to be any greater guilt than that of working mothers. For many women, the thought of having to go back to work means that somehow, they’re less of a mother. For others, going back to work is a personal choice they enjoy, but, the working mom’s guilt still eats away at them. I’m here to let you know, that, it’s okay. For whatever reason you have to or need to go back to work, it’s okay to release the guilt and be happy.

For some working moms, the guilt it stemmed from jealousy; Jealousy of whomever nannies or watches your child/ren. It’s a perfectly natural, human response, but not an emotion the working mom can give in to. You will have to come to terms with the fact you will miss some milestones, but, you will not miss all of them.

For other working moms, the guilt is heavily applied at work, from a boss or supervisor. Instead of feeling guilty for leaving your child at home, your boss has made you feel guilty for not applying yourself 110% at work. It is perfectly fine for you to step down or back from your work. Finding a balance between work and home life will not be easy, but both will have a give and take.

The biggest offender of causing guilt is working moms not being true to their selves. It’s perfectly okay to say the following: I am happy working. You can love your job and love your family.

Nothing is forever. The stay at home mom you’re jealous of could end up having to go back to work next month. If you’re capable of it, take on fewer hours to spend at home or even take vacation time each month to spend extra quality time with your family. Perhaps you could even start a savings fund with a goal, so you can stay at home once you reach what your family needs. And, you could become a work at home mom, so you’re capable of being around the house. Whatever you do chose to do with your life, remember, as a working mom, you have nothing to feel guilty over as you’re doing what is best for you and your family.

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