14 l Mom Guilt l A Deep Dive into Societal Pressure Surrounding Work VS Staying at Home

09/15/23 • 19 min

We've all been there - the dreaded mom guilt. The balancing act of wanting to be there for your child's every laugh and tear while also trying to meet your professional responsibilities can be tough. In our candid conversation, we, Felicia and Bri, open up about the struggles of working remotely and the guilt associated with not being able to be fully present for our children. But it's not all gloom and doom! We also discuss the upside of having the privilege to work from home, like hearing your child's giggles from the next room or taking lunch breaks together.
Ever felt like society often paints a picture of motherhood that leaves you feeling like there's no winning? You're not alone. In the second part of our discussion, we dive into the complexities of mom guilt, underscored by the unrealistic expectations society places on mothers. We emphasize the importance of having open conversations with your partner and navigating a parenting approach that works best for your family, not what societal norms dictate. Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all in parenting. So, whether you choose daycare, a nanny, or an au pair, it's about finding what works best for you and your family while giving yourself room to make mistakes and learn from them. Join us in this honest and empathetic exploration of mom guilt, and know that it's okay to sometimes struggle - you're not alone.

Thank you so much for joining us today . We’re so excited you’re taking this journey with us! They say it takes a village, welcome home mama!

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Thank you so much for joining us today . We’re so excited you’re taking this journey with us! They say it takes a village, welcome home mama!

Postpartum Confessions - 14 l Mom Guilt l A Deep Dive into Societal Pressure Surrounding Work VS Staying at Home

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Speaker 100:00:09.871

Hey Mama , welcome to Postpartum Confessions , a podcast for anyone navigating the ups and downs of becoming a mom . I'm Felicia .

Speaker 200:00:17.240

I'm Bri and we're here to bring you truly unfiltered conversations from the expected to the unexpected parts of being a mom , Whether you're trying to conceive , pregnant or already a mother , this podcast is