The Impossible Balancing Act: Motherhood, Career, and Staying Somewhat Sane
If you're challenging yourself with the impossibility of having a great career and a kid then this is for you. This blog pulls back the curtain on the daily juggling act of career-driven moms who are simultaneously crushing quarterly targets and mastering the art of bedtime negotiations. Equal parts vulnerable and empowering, we dive into the beautiful chaos of raising children while pursuing professional dreams, challenging the myth of the "perfect" working mother, and celebrating the messy, imperfect reality of doing it all—or at least, attempting to do most of it without completely losing your mind.
1/29/20251 min read
Some people just make it look too easy.
When I was pregnant with my first child, I had these picture-perfect visions of seamlessly transitioning between meeting after meeting and bedtime stories. I completely thought I could have it all and keep working my two jobs.
Spoiler alert: It's less "lean in" and more "barely hanging on."
Every morning is a military-style operation. I'm simultaneously checking messages, making baby formulas, and trying to look somewhat professional. My coffee goes cold at least twice and dry shampoo is now my forever bestie.
The guilt is real. When I'm at work, I'm thinking about my kid. When I'm with my kid, I'm thinking about work emails. It's like my brain is constantly running a background app of maternal worry and professional anxiety. Did I send that report? Did I remember to pack extra snacks? How about nappies?
There are days that I feel like the best mom in the world. I got work done early, made breakfast, and even perfected my son's morning routine. Happy mom and baby! On other days, I feel like I'm one spilled coffee away from a total breakdown. Cue in ugly crying.
But you know what? We're doing it. We're showing our kids that parents can be ambitious, present, and human – all messy, imperfect, and wonderfully real. The ever-changing shifts are all part of it.
To all the career moms out there: I see you. I'm with you, and I know you're absolutely killing it – even when it doesn't feel like it. Keep going!