There’s a debate on social media about the term working moms with the notion that all moms work. Who can argue with that! Being a mom is a job in and of itself. On the other hand, the term working mom is a term used specifically for moms who have jobs outside of the home and it is in no way meant to demean or put down moms who stay home.
Being a mom is a job in and of itself.
Finding balance between work and home life is a struggle for any working mom. When do I have time for me? How do I focus on housework? These are some of the daily struggles that most moms face as they attempt to be moms and employees or moms and business owners.
With that said, we asked a number of working moms the advice they would give to other working moms and wanted to share their feedback with you. We also included our own pieces of advice, hoping to inspire moms looking for a bit more balance.
1. Take time to care for you and trust your instincts.
2. Schedule your days and activities.3. Spend time with God each day.4. Focus on the most important things every day and make those the priority.5. Communicate with your employer. Make them aware of your needs.6. Celebrate the tasks achieved instead of focusing on what didn’t get done.7. Create a schedule to help you transition back to work after maternity leave.8. Find your Mom tribe, having a village is essential.9. Solicit help from your husband.10. Take off your cape! You can’t do it all!11. Use those 15 minute breaks at work to really take a break from it all and if you work from home or run a business, schedule breaks within your day to refresh your self. Sip some tea and read a few pages from your favorite book.12. Remember that you can be a good mom and have a career. Be present when you are home and make the best of your time together!13. Spend time with friends.14. Don’t be afraid to say “No” or “Sorry I can’t make it. Saying no does not make you a mean person, it means that you understand your obligations and accept that you can only do so much.15. Never be ashamed to ask for help.16. Keep your children’s perspective in mind; make memories, start traditions and treasure their time as a child.17. Plan your meals for the week on Saturdays, buy groceries on Sunday. Choose recipes that are quick and healthy, like crock pot meals, soups and stews.18. Prayer changes things. Make prayer a daily practice.19. Do something special for yourself at least once a week. A facial, a trip to the hair salon, a hot bath or maybe a run in the park…do something that refreshes you!20. Use your time off. Plan a trip away or a staycation. Take time time you need to rejuvenate!
Arian T. Moore
Arian T. Moore, Ph.D. is Editor-in-Chief of Bibs & Business Magazine with 15+ years in the field of media, marketing and content creation having worked in radio, television, and print. Moore serves as a curriculum development consultant and adjunct professor for a number of universities, teaching leadership, communication, and journalism courses. She is mom to four children ages 11 to 5 years old and is a published children's book author.
