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 SaabStory | Roselle, IL
Jul 16, 2018

No kiddos here but would still appreciate being entered to win the gift card...

by ThrillRacerESQ | Melrose, NM
Jul 16, 2018

I don't procreate in an overpopulated and polluted world. Thus, I have nothing to feel guilty about. #AntNatalism

by emolie27 | LIVONIA, MI
Jul 16, 2018

Mom guilt is so real! I feel guilty trying to balance spending quality time with my daughter and getting things done around the house.

by Aricart | Tamarac, FL
Jul 16, 2018

Sometimes I felt guilt for no expent quality time with my daughter.

by Megaland | Atascadero, CA
Jul 16, 2018

I just started working after being a stay at home Mom for 12 years. The guilt is definitely there, leaving them alone at home while I am at work (they are 14 and 12). It's the first summer I've ever worked so I feel like they are missing so much "fun" during their summer break...

by Couponsforme22 | SPRINGFIELD, MO
Jul 16, 2018

My mom guilt is feeling there are not enough hours in the day to just enjoy each other's company after homework, dinner, baths, etc. Andysavi.Mom@gmail.com

by orchidlady01 | PEMBROKE PNES, FL
Jul 15, 2018

My mom guilt is not calling my daughter often enough and waiting for her to call me.

by millitt | Fort Worth, TX
Jul 15, 2018

I am not a mother but know moms need to take care of and love themselves too.

by Coralrae18 | CLEARWATER, FL
Jul 15, 2018

I feel guilty all the time with my toddler daughter. I still struggle with the guilt but I've learned that it's ok to take a break for yourself and that your child will love you no matter what.

by kuchick | Abilene, KS
Jul 15, 2018

With my oldest I journaled for her almost every day of her first year. fast forward to a house of four kids the youngest being 5 and I haven't done it for any of the rest of them :(

by kweenxtine | Brooksville, FL
Jul 15, 2018

I have mom guilt. My sweet 4 year old and I just lost her dad in February due to Veteran Suicide. It is a super sad thing. I can't tell her what has happened yet as she is too young. I am now a single mom which was never my plan and I have to work weekends to be able to be there for her during her school which which starts in the fall. I am doing the best I can for her and hopefully in the future she will understand how much she is loved.

by lynzerbean | TINTON FALLS, NJ
Jul 15, 2018

Mom guilt? Going out with my husband for dinner or a night out and leaving my daughter home. I feel guilty like we are not including her =(

by Byrdy1999 | ORCHARD PARK, NY
Jul 15, 2018

I was so tired when my sons were little. I think that I missed so many things because I was so preoccupied with getting sleep. Now I know that they will sleep through the night...so enjoy those moments more.

by hunnydu | PHILADELPHIA, PA
Jul 15, 2018

While at work, I missed my son's first step. I was cheerfully told about it when I picked him up...I cried.

by Peachesncream887 | NASHUA, NH
Jul 14, 2018

I do not have kids but I do have cats. I always feel guilty that I work too much and do not spend enough time with them.

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