Nowadays, every woman is working. Women rule in every field, whether finance, management, IT, Construction, etc. Women possess more potential than men. In today’s Generation, even after marriage, the husband and his family fully support a working wife and daughter-in-law. But is this support there when she becomes a mother? Men must step up and share the responsibilities, providing the necessary support for their wives and daughters-in-law.
From here, the woman develops guilt—the guilt of not working. The guilt of working will cause me to miss the moments with the child.
With the correct support from the family, women can be free from both the guilt. It’s crucial for us as a society to provide this support and understanding.
The woman working after a child is guilty of not spending much time with the child. Society will accuse her of prioritizing her career over the child. But only she knows the sacrifices she makes, leaving for work and leaving behind her beloved child, who is waiting for her mum’s hug and warmth. Both child and mother miss this. The mother is working for her child’s better future. She wants to give her child the best. It’s time we, as a society, understand and appreciate these sacrifices.
The woman who chooses to raise her child, leaving behind her career, is also accused of not prioritizing the career over the child. She is guilty of being unable to work again as her priorities have changed. She expects support from her husband and in-laws, but they do not support her. So, she chooses to raise a child instead of working. However, society often disrespects this choice and fails to recognize the immense value of a stay-at-home mother’s work.
In both cases, the woman is guilty. One is guilty of not spending much time because she wants the best for the child. The other cannot pursue her career goal because she wants to raise the child and wants the best for her child. In both scenarios, the mother wants the best for the child.
Society needs to support a mother, whether she is working outside or not. It’s our collective responsibility to ensure that every mother feels valued and supported in her choices.
Just remember, a mother is never on leave.
To all the mothers out there, don’t feel guilty. You have gone with your motherly instincts, and it can never be wrong. You have made the correct choice. Just believe in yourself and your decisions. You are doing a great job.