More than one-third of mothers in the U.S. tell Motherly it’s possible to combine a career and motherhood, according to a 2023 survey, but ambitious working mothers still struggle with balancing both and they say they’re often burdened by mom guilt.
Leah Spielman, a technology transformation manager and mother of two from Minnesota, shares a story that resonates with many working mothers. Spielman’s pursuit of perfection and the determination to balance multiple roles in her personal and professional life often resulted in feelings of mom guilt. Spielman initially returned to work part-time after her first child. Despite the hurdles, she remained hopeful because the transition aligned with her family’s evolving needs and career aspirations.