Being a mom is challenging to say the least, and if you’re a working mom, then there are special superpowers involved. From breastfeeding to answering calls, changing diapers, checking to-do lists, most women struggle to create a work-life balance. Here are some tips to help you excel at the mom game while successfully climbing that corporate ladder:

1.   Prepare the Night Before

Organization is essential when it comes to ensuring everything stays on track. You need to take out time from your schedule to prepare for the next day. If you want to enjoy yourself in the morning hours, make sure that your outfit is decided and pressed the night before. Take this time to pack your work bag and anything else that you might need to carry. Completing simple tasks like this the night before will give you more time in the morning hours to attend to your baby and children. Make a to-do list for the day, so you know exactly what needs to be done, and you don’t waste time thinking of what to cook or when to schedule a meeting and so on.

2.   Talk to Your Boss

It’s always important to keep everything clear with your boss, so they know that you’re trying your best. Sometimes even though you’re ready to reach the office on time, your baby may wake up and need you, causing a delay in reporting. Keeping open communication with HR and supervisors will ensure that your mom-life doesn’t affect your work life and vice-versa. They might help in keeping flexible work hours or derive alternative solutions to ensure you’re comfortable and the work isn’t affected.

3.   Don’t Bring Your Work Home

Another important thing to keep in mind is to value your priorities. Don’t bring your work home, and don’t carry your home to work. This might be difficult to implement at first, but once you do, you’ll notice how easy things will get. If your office hours end at 5 pm, make sure all of your work is completed before that, so you go home carrying no office baggage. This will give you time to spend with your children, family, and yourself.

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