Moms Come Together for Serena Williams. How's Your Mom Guilt? Tell Us to Win a $25 Gift Card

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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 wittes02 | Chester, VA
Jul 14, 2018

I use to get so upset with my kids when they were little over silly things that did and don't matter. I wish I would've enjoyed them more and not been so worried about what others think.

by floridagal | SARASOTA, FL
Jul 14, 2018

I feel guilty not having my son get outdoors as much as he should! It's so hot in Florida in summer. I try to get out on weekends a lot with him to compromise, even if just a few minutes each day.

by alluringbrat | BRISTOL, CT
Jul 14, 2018

Children need their Mom as much as possible.

by Princesssss | N LAS VEGAS, NV
Jul 14, 2018

mom guilt for me is being so tired after work to give 100% all the time

by Jackie9641 | GRAYSLAKE, IL
Jul 14, 2018

I didn't know about an event at my daughter's day care, so I missed it. She told the day care staff that I had died.... Gaaaa

by catnip1222 | ROCKY FACE, GA
Jul 14, 2018

I feel guilty that things are often chaotic in our home.

by photos | Schaumburg, IL
Jul 14, 2018

More attention.

by saltpep | ELGIN, IL
Jul 14, 2018

Not too much guilt...but maybe just playing with them more.

by rkosully | DOTHAN, AL
Jul 14, 2018

I have felt guilt about missing plays and sporting events that my children participate in. My best advice is to focus on quality, not quantity. If you can't be at every single event, that's understandable. Quality family time matters most!

by Onyisam | SACRAMENTO, CA
Jul 13, 2018

My son was fetching me a glass of water and tripped yesterday. He cried for almost 30mins. I feel guilty and wish I hadn't sent him.

by tufcookie25 | LARCHMONT, NY
Jul 13, 2018

Probably not spending enough time with the two of them.

by coquis81 | LA GRANGE PK, IL
Jul 13, 2018

Accidentally closing the door on my toddlers fingers. I didn't even know she was there. I'm like why isn't this door closing. Luckily I didn't try to push harder and instead opened it up to see if something was blocking the onside. She did t even cry until after the fact. I still feel horrible.

by curiousgirl | Whitefish Bay, WI
Jul 13, 2018

My biggest mom guilt is my long commute. I work an hour away and long to spend more quality time with my children before their relatively early bedtime.

by JacquelineCMorillo | Pleasantville, NJ
Jul 13, 2018

When I am leaving for work and my daughter does not want to let me go. I do not want to let her go either.

by MollyJG | MILFORD, CT
Jul 13, 2018

I do not cause I'm not a mom yet! haha

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