Hey there, Amazing Working Mom,
Honestly, I’m in awe of how you manage it all.
We’ve all seen that memorable BBC interview gone hilariously wrong, where a dad was interrupted by his little ones during a serious conversation about democracy. It’s a classic moment, but it got me thinking about how relatable it would have been if that dad were a working mom instead. I laughed, yet I also realized the reality behind the humor.
You see, I can’t quite grasp how you rise each morning, ensuring your little ones are ready for the day while also managing to get yourself presentable. Hair styled, makeup on, and outfits that don’t scream “workout” — somehow, you pull it off.
I don’t understand how you whip up breakfasts, pack lunches, and coax your kids to eat while simultaneously preparing mentally for the challenges waiting for you at the office — but you do.
You manage the school drop-off, complete with that crucial “one last kiss,” and then navigate your way to work, often across town, arriving on time despite the chaos — yet you do.
You juggle meetings and pediatrician visits, handle sick kids, conference calls, and the occasional eye roll from those who don’t recognize the true demands of your schedule — still, you do.
You keep track of permission slips, birthday gifts, and still create that important PowerPoint presentation for your colleagues — and you do it all without missing a beat.
Then, after your day job, you rush home to tackle the even more demanding job of parenting. You prepare dinner, listen to your kids share their day, and do your best to hide the sadness from moments you’ve missed. You admire their art projects, supervise homework, referee sibling arguments, kiss away their scrapes, manage bath time, read bedtime stories, and once the lights are out, you dive right into managing household tasks — ensuring school uniforms are clean and bills are sorted while squeezing in some quality time with your partner.
I don’t know how you manage it all, but somehow, you do.
To all you working moms out there, you are the true unsung heroes, the real champions of our time. Most of what you achieve goes unnoticed because you make it seem effortless. You ensure your children feel they are your top priority while simultaneously climbing the corporate ladder, paving the way for others behind you.
There’s often talk of judgment among different groups of women — stay-at-home moms versus working moms. But in my experience, it seems we all have our own share of guilt and regret, regardless of the choices we make. Those who stay home feel the weight of stalling their careers, while those who return to work often grapple with feelings of being torn.
Judgment has no place in this conversation.
We’ve all heard that it takes a village, and while you may have support, late at night, when your child is sick or scared, you’re still the one they turn to. You keep everything running smoothly, and you deserve every ounce of credit for managing an impossible job, no matter how much help you have.
From my little perspective, I just want to extend a heartfelt thank you, working mom. Thank you for taking on the most challenging role in the world and making it look seamless. Thank you for brushing off judgment from those who don’t understand, because you’re simply too busy to care. Thank you for prioritizing your kids over the sighs of those who’ll someday understand when you leave meetings early.
Each day, you’re breaking ground toward normalizing work-life balance for parents, even if it sometimes comes at the expense of your own peace. Thank you for showing us the importance of who you were before becoming a parent, and that it’s vital to maintain that identity.
Thank you for keeping the door open for those of us who may have stepped away for a while, ensuring we can return to a clear path. I don’t know how you do it, but I truly appreciate you. You are a hero in my eyes.
With gratitude,
A Grateful Mom
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