Moms Come Together for Serena Williams. How's Your Mom Guilt? Tell Us to Win a $25 Gift Card
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Jul 12, 2018
Most working (and even non-working) parents know the disappointing feeling of missing one of their baby’s milestones. Whether it be their first word or first step, it can be hard to be present for these unpredictable moments. Tennis star and new mom Serena Williams recently joined the working parents’ club when she tweeted about missing 10-month-old daughter Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr.’s first steps.
It seems that all moms have some guilt about something they did or didn't do. What's yours and how do you deal with it? Tell us below and you'll be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card.
Today reports about Williams’ recent tweet and the large community of moms that came together to send the tennis champion an uplifting message about parenthood and what it means to be a working mom. Williams recently tweeted, “She took her first steps...I was training and missed it. I cried.” Instead of chastising the new mom, others on social media stood up to assure Williams that being a working parent can be complicated - but still very rewarding.
One user who related to Williams tweeted, “I missed a bunch of firsts while I was at work. I hear ya, mama. It’s not easy. But our girls see us out there grinding + living our dreams and that’s got to mean something. Good luck in London - my daughter and I are both rooting for you!” Another user told the story of how she even brought her baby with her to work and still missed that milestone. She tweets, “I took my 1st child all the way to Israel on a trade mission. During a meeting I heard cheering out in the waiting area .... Yup, staff and husband and assorted strangers saw her 1st steps. It all turns out okay. #Workingmomsrock”
And even stay-at-home moms know it’s not always possible to be there for every single new thing your baby does. One mom to twins tweets, “I'm a housewife and was in the next room and I missed it. With both of the twins. Please don't feel bad. Be happy for her and be ready for the running after her.” Hopefully, those loving messages helped to clear some of the mom-guilt Williams was probably feeling after missing her daughter’s first steps.
Do you have mom guilt? (What mom doesn't?!?) Comment below with your story - and you'll be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card.
Don't forget to share any lessons you've learned that can help others feel better about their experiences in parenting.
*One lucky commenter will be chosen at random to receive a $25 Amazon gift card. Giveaway is open through July 29th, 2018 to U.S. residents at least 18 years of age. Entrants must be a member of SheSpeaks. If you are not a member, click here to join. Winner will be notified by email.
Update: Thanks to all who entered! Congrats to our winner, SheSpeaks member Modelc96.
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by pjprobbins | SUMTER, SC
Even though my son is almost 16, I have had tremendous mom guilt this summer. My job changed this last year and my summer has been crazy at work. I have not had the chance to spend as much time with my son as I would have liked so I have been extremely guilty!
by Karenf | AUSTIN, TX
Yelling at my kids more than I care to admit. I try to breathe and take deep breaths before responding.
by HPan210 | GRAND RAPIDS, MI
My mom guilt is that I wasn't as patient with my son when he was younger, PS he is 23 as of today!
by molivos | SALINAS, CA
My guilt comes from not spending enough time with my boys. They are so loving and gentle. I wish I could spend every minute with them.
by staciew30 | manson, NC
I have 5 children ages 12,10,6,4 and 14 months old. So I have lots of guilt. Mine is not having time to send one on one with them all equally.
by mcasella | REVERE, MA
Feeling guilty is a waste of time. You can't change the past. All you can do is focus on the here and now and try to make every day count going forward.
by kpu1143 | WALLKILL, NY
I have mom guilt about giving into smartphones. I was one of the last hold outs with both of my kids....end of 8th grade for my daughter and mid 7th for my son. But I still hate seeing them glued to the phone when they could be doing something active or being social with the family.
by rge-rge | Piscataway, NJ
no guilt....live it, love it, njoi it!
by stylinstar53 | YARDLEY, PA
Though I'm not a mom, myself, I am an aunt to my almost 4-year-old niece, who is my sister's daughter. There have been many times where my sister has expressed mom guilt to me and what I always tell her is that the most important thing to consider is intention. My sister's intention, as I know and see firsthand, is always to love, support and care for her daughter and sometimes, this means sacrifices, but it's also important to practice self-care. It is not selfish to take care of oneself, because by taking care of ourselves, we can take care of others, as well.
by saleago | Horseheads, NY
I have mom guilt. My son is incarcerated and I feel like I failed him. Maybe if I did a better job, maybe if I was there more, maybe, maybe he just needed a swift kick in the butt. Well that is what I got. Maybe if he had he would not be where he is. What is a mother to do? ***sob.sob.sob***
by pookiepura | LANDRUM, SC
Being a single mom that has to work all the time, I feel guilt by not being able to attend as many school functions as other moms. I also have guild that I have to attend things with him alone when most kids have both parents present.
by ghpc70 | CROWN POINT, IN
I was extremely sick and could barely get myself off the couch. I forgot to feed my son dinner and around 10 pm, he woke up and asked when he could finally eat dinner. He was around 5 years old and still remembers that night. Huge mom fail!
by linda6467 | OWINGS MILLS, MD
I'M NOT A MOM; HOWEVER, I HEAR OTHER MOMS EXPRESSING THIS FEELING.
by donnalee2001 | WATERFORD, WI
I had mom guilt when I wasn't able to breast feed my first born :-(
by LABeachGal | Mission Viejo, CA
I fell while holding my son. Although he wasn't hurt, I felt so bad!
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