Balancing Parenthood and Work

For working parents, it can be challenging to maintain a healthy balance between family life and professional life. If you’re looking to find a routine that works for you, check out these tips on balancing parenthood and work in the digital age: 

Ditch the Digital When Spending Time with Family

In order not to feel pulled too far in one direction or another, it’s important to ditch the digital devices when spending time with your family. For example, commit to putting your phone away during specific times, like family meals, bedtime, soccer games, or ballet recitals. 

When you’re working from home, share with your kids that there will be certain times you may not be as accessible but that later on, you will be able to give them your full attention. This will allow them to trust you so you can continue working without any distractions. 

Don’t Work on Vacation or Weekends 

Your time off is meant to be just that, time off! Leave any work-related tasks for business hours so you can be fully present and enjoy time with your family. After all, a vacation is meant to be relaxing, so leave the work emails at the office and, instead, spend some quality time with your loved ones. That way, when you return to work, you’ll feel refreshed and ready to dive into your assignments and tasks. 

Take Time for Yourself 

While you may feel like you need to be with your kids when you aren’t working or be working when you aren’t with your kids, it can be helpful to carve out some time for yourself. Whether you enjoy your lunch break at a new restaurant, go for a walk, take up a new hobby, or start a new book, spending some time alone can help you to feel renewed so that you can be a better parent and employee. 

Balancing parenthood and working can be a challenge! Keep these tips in mind and give yourself a pat on the back for trying your best. 

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