{"id":10482,"date":"2022-03-07T16:05:10","date_gmt":"2022-03-07T14:05:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insight-egypt.com\/?p=10482"},"modified":"2022-03-07T16:05:13","modified_gmt":"2022-03-07T14:05:13","slug":"8-reminders-for-boss-moms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insight-egypt.com\/?p=10482","title":{"rendered":"8 Reminders for Boss Moms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Motherhood is a rewarding but exhaustive round-the-clock job, but I see you, mamas, out there breadwinning too. There is no one right answer on how to pursuit a career and to be a mother. But you can do both, and you can do both well. Here are a few reminders to all boss moms out there who are having the best of both worlds.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1.No Comparison:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t compare yourself to the mom who knows all the other mommies in her child\u2019s class or volunteers at school three times a week. She is doing a great job but so are you! Just make sure that you know what matters to your child and spend energy there. Always remember that you\u2019re doing the best you can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.Let Go of the Guilt:
<\/strong>Rather than dwell on how you\u2019re not with your child, think about how your job is preserving your own identity. Your children will need a role model to look up to, a successful mother to make them proud and keep in mind that they\u2019ll grow up someday and have their own lives, if you\u2019re left with no career, you\u2019ll be basically left with nothing. Do not allow motherhood to define you.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.Communicate:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Establishing clear and honest communication with your boss, clients and family members from the get-go ensures that everyone knows what to expect from you and what is expected of them. If your baby kept you up all night and you won\u2019t be able to finish all the paperwork, be honest about why. If you need more time finishing a certain project, let your boss and clients know. If you need some time alone to work, let your spouse know. Be straightforward regarding what you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.Take One Step Ahead:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get everything organized the night before. Yes, you get back home tired and fed up with the world, but  if you plan ahead and pack the kids\u2019 backpacks, lay out their clothes (plus your own), and have everyone shower; you win. It\u2019ll save you a lot of time and trouble during the following morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Stay Connected:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re going to miss or be late to your child\u2019s event, give them something special in the morning, like a good-luck charm or a personal note. Look into options for filming the event so you can watch it later and not miss a moment. During your breaks at work, call your child; hearing their voice can help you get through a rough day, and they\u2019ll be comforted to know you\u2019re near.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6.Limit Distractions:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try to avoid multitasking, especially when spending time with your children. Be disciplined and set time limits when checking email or making phone calls, things you can do when the kids are sleeping. Work mostly at day to maximize time with your partner during the evenings. At your workplace, try to avoid wasting time. Do not take time for granted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.Quality Time with Yourself:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because your time is divided between your home and your career, make sure to manage your energy well. You <\/p>\n\n\n\n

can\u2019t be an effective spouse or parent if you\u2019re cranky, so take time to care for yourself to feel relaxed. Before you go to sleep, take a bubble bath once a week, or treat yourself to a spa day. Fit in time for exercise or focus on a hobby. Remember to eat well and get enough rest\u2014simple things that even the smartest moms neglect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8.Be Kind to Yourself:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being a boss mom means you\u2019re an overachiever by default; if you get work done and your offspring are fed and to bed, consider it a win. It\u2019s incredible to have a set, structured schedule \u2014 in fact, you should aim for that but most days, things do not go as planned, and that\u2019s okay. Don\u2019t aim for perfection, aim for overall happiness and satisfaction; that\u2019s the real goal<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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