When you make the change from stay at home mom to work at home mom, there will be a lot of obstacles to overcome. One of those obstacles is the unfortunate stereotype many work at home moms are labeled with. Many of your close relatives and friends may unknowingly sabotage what you’re trying to do because they don’t understand it. For example, some people might think you are at their beck and call all day because you work at home. They don’t get that you have to work just like everyone else, only you’re doing it at home.
First, make sure you have a schedule set up and let everyone know what it is. This includes immediate family, close friends and anyone else you are in contact with on a regular basis. Think about it – would you go to their place of work unexpected and have a chat or ask for favors? Of course not, and they should not do this to you. Establishing yourself as a working businessperson with real obligations can help remedy this problem.
Often it’s your husband or kids who are the most demanding on your time and energy. They often expect you to be just like you were before you became a work at home mom. You may find they are upset because you’re not available to them as much. Or, your family may barge in when you are trying to work with their own demands. By showing your family what it is you do and asking them to respect your need for privacy when you are working you can cut down on these types of interruptions.
There are always going to be those who don’t understand the life of a work at home mom because they simply aren’t living it. Patience is a virtue and you must realize that many moms who choose to work at home have the same problem. Eventually if you are firm in your requests for respect at a working mom who happens to work at home others will learn to give you the time and space you need to do your job or conduct your business. In the long run, these minor inconveniences are well worth the freedom and fulfillment of working on your own terms.
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