The Mommy Network

The Working Mom’s Guide to Feeling Like You’re Crushing It (Even When You’re Not)

Because perfection is canceled.

Let’s be honest: working + breastfeeding + newborn = a juggling act performed on a moving train.

But here’s the truth no one says enough:
You’re doing an incredible job.

Signs you’re crushing it:

• Your baby is fed
• You remembered to drink water today
• You answered at least one work email
• You laughed at something
• You kept going

Signs you’re really crushing it:

• You pumped at work without crying
• You pumped at work and cried — still counts
• You let something go and the world didn’t end
• You asked for help
• You gave yourself grace

Motherhood isn’t about doing everything perfectly.
It’s about loving your baby fiercely while still being a whole human with goals, talents, and a life outside the nursery.

And you, my friend, are absolutely nailing it.