A WAHM's Guilt

Working from home seems to be the best solution for mothers who want to take care of their children. I thought that having a job at home means I can be available 24/7 to my child. I never expected that I will have guilty feelings even if I'm devoting all my time earning a living and taking care of my baby.

Before, my baby can play independently for an hour. She doesn't mind me doing something else. This is why I consider working again. When I started with my online job, things have changed. Now, she suddenly craves for my attention.

When I sit in front of my computer, she makes her way in between me and the monitor. She bangs the keyboard. She taps my hand when I try to answer my emails. She takes my hand and try to pull me away from my work desk. Then she will flash her most endearing , bedimpled smile.

This is why I feel so much guilt. It makes me wonder if I am giving her enough of my time, love and attention. Is it too selfish to pursue a personal ambition for financial gain? Is it all worth it?

But in the end I just try to console myself that all the things I do is also for her.