Finding Balance as a Mom, Business Owner, and Everything in Between

Being a mom is hard. Being a business owner is hard. Being both? Some days, it feels impossible. As a mother of two small kids, ages 1 and 3, I often find myself drowning in responsibilities. Between running a business, keeping the house in order, and trying to be the best mom I can be, I experience an overwhelming amount of mom guilt. Which led me to creating this blog "Finding Balance as a Mom, Business Owner, and Everything in Between".

Am I working too much? Are my kids having too much screen time? Did they get enough fresh air today? Did I yell too much? Is that all they'll remember about me—that I was a tired, overwhelmed, overworked, yelling mom?

The mental load is heavy, and most days, I feel like I’m failing. But instead of letting that feeling consume me, I decided to take matters into my own hands. I started delegating and setting boundaries, and while it hasn’t been perfect, I’ve found strategies that work. Here’s what’s helped me find a little more balance in my chaotic life:

1. Scheduling Work Hours

As a work-from-home business owner and full-time mom, I used to work whenever I “got a few seconds.” But those seconds would turn into minutes, then hours, and suddenly, I was pushing away my kids when they wanted my attention.

So, I set structured work hours.

This was a game-changer. Having clear start and stop times allows me to fully dedicate my focus to my work when it’s time and then shift gears to my kids when I’m off the clock. Of course, some days aren’t perfect, but having a plan makes it easier to stay present in whatever role I’m playing at the moment.

2. Breathing Through the Chaos

Now that my kids are growing, they’re starting to play together more. It’s adorable—but also chaotic. Sharing is still a foreign concept to them, which means constant fighting, screaming, and tears over toys. My initial reaction used to be yelling. Not because I wanted to, but because I was overwhelmed and exhausted.

But then I asked myself: Do I want my kids to remember me as the mom who always yelled?

No. I wanted to teach them how to handle their emotions, and that started with handling my own. I began practicing deep breathing. When things get heated, I stop, take a deep breath, and count to five (sometimes ten). The more I did it, the better I became at responding with patience instead of frustration.

I still have bad days—because I’m human. But they’re fewer than before, and that’s progress.

3. Prioritizing Time with My Partner

Motherhood is all-consuming. It’s easy to get lost in the daily grind of diapers, deadlines, and dishes and forget that I’m also a wife. My husband and I are both exhausted at the end of the day, and it’s easy to let our relationship take a backseat. But I’ve realized that when our connection is strong, everything else feels more manageable.

I started making an effort to be more present with him. Small acts, like showing interest in his conversations, giving an extra hug, or planning a simple date night, make a huge difference. Marriage is a 50/50 effort, and even though we’re both stretched thin, making space for each other strengthens our foundation as parents and partners.

4. Treating Myself (Without Guilt!)

There’s always a never-ending to-do list. The dishes, the laundry, the emails—there’s always something that could be done. But I realized that if I don’t take a break, I’ll burn out.

So, I gave myself permission to relax. At the end of the day, when the kids are asleep and my work is done, I let myself unwind. Sometimes that means watching a movie with a sweet treat in hand. Other times, it’s reading a book or just sitting in silence. Life is short, and I don’t want to spend all of it running on empty.

Final Thoughts

Balancing motherhood, business, and everything else isn’t easy. Some days I get it right, and some days I don’t. But I’m learning to be okay with that.

If you’re struggling with mom guilt and the pressure to do it all, I hope some of these ideas help. Maybe they won’t all work for you, but even small changes can make a big difference. And if you need more self-care tips, check out our new e-book, “The Ultimate Self-Care Guide for Moms.” You deserve to feel good, too.

Remember, you’re not alone in this. You’re doing better than you think, mama. Keep going. 💕