🏡 Rights & responsibilities · #348
I am a working mother and often feel guilty about leaving my children. How do I manage this feeling?
That guilt is a sign that you are a caring mother, not proof that you are in the wrong. Many working mothers raise happy children of strong faith; what matters is the quality of attention, not just the number of hours. Make sure your children are in safe and loving care while you work. When you come home, give them your full attention even for a short while, without phone distractions. Plan with your husband so that childcare is shared, not carried by you alone. If the guilt is heavy and persistent, talk to someone you trust or a counsellor. Look after your own health so that you can give your best. See educating the family.