Front Line Working Mom

The article "I’m A Front Line Working Mom" by André Shinabarger reflects on the challenges of balancing the demands of a frontline healthcare job during the COVID-19 pandemic with the responsibilities of motherhood. The author shares personal experiences of working with high-risk patients, the emotional toll of witnessing their struggles, and the complex emotions of guilt and fulfillment that come with being away from her children. Despite the difficulties, she finds solace in research showing that 83% of couples believe working has made them better parents. She emphasizes the importance of both presence with family and making an impact through work, encouraging readers to appreciate the significance of both roles in their lives.

  • Understand the emotional and psychological challenges faced by frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly working mothers.

  • Analyze the impact of work-life balance on parental guilt and fulfillment.

  • Explore the significance of the dual roles of presence and impact in the lives of working parents.

  • Discuss the findings from research on working couples and their perspectives on parenting.

  • Reflect on the personal and professional identity of working parents and how they reconcile their responsibilities

  • Examine the broader societal implications of working during a pandemic and its influence on family dynamics.

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