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 adarst213 | Milwaukee, WI
Mine will always be not being able to be there in person when my daughter had panic attacks. I had to sit on the phone with her and practice breathing exercises but wish I could've been there in person to hold her!
by Rleer4 | Minneapolis, MN
no guilt, just follow your heart.
by karebear13 | orange park, FL
Not spending enough time with my kiddos due to work
by agirlw | LK HAVASU CTY, AZ
My Mom guilt was when I had to come home to work and care for my toddler while I pay the new mortgage on the starter home my husband and I bought for our family. Our son was on breathing and feeding tubes as a baby and my husband stayed by his side every day till he could be better. He's getting ready to celebrate his 10th birthday!
by kcat55 | MOORESTOWN, NJ
I feel a bit guilty when I don't have enough time to spend with them.
by Tlctamfl | Cocoa, FL
I definitely have Mom guilt. I am blessed to have 3 daughters, however, one of my daughters decided to hide while in a store when she was little. Ny heart dropped and it took me a long time to forgive myself!!!
by yarbr012 | MINNETONKA, MN
I am an aunt, not a mother, but I feel guilty about not spending enough time with my nieces. I feel like I should be babysitting more and being more involved in their lives.
by Nmf910 | MILFORD, CT
My mom guilt is I feel like I'm always working and not spending enough time with my son.
by prothumia | Houston, TX
missing a recital at school
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by KouponKat | NAPERVILLE, IL
I'm a non-working, stay-at-home-mom, so my mom guilt is mostly about not having enough money to do things with my kids.
by ginabad | MACUNGIE, PA
My children have disabilities and I always feel mom guilt because my youngest has a lot more needs than my oldest, since the day she was born! I wish I had more time in a day to be more equal with my time.
by daholte | STOUGHTON, WI
I wish I had spent more time playing on the floor with my kids!
by Jenny391 | Port Isabel, TX
I am not a mother, but if I were, I would stay at home and raise my child. I felt so bad for Serena! It seems she may want to be home and put tennis on the back burner for a while, so as not to miss anything.
by mami2jcn | Willow Spring, NC
I have 4 children so I feel guilty often of not giving each one individual attention.
by Hywelda9 | SADDLE BROOK, NJ
My major guilt is my extreme desire to send all the people who lay guilt on Moms to the moon!
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