Working While Parenting a Teen: Not What I Expected

This podcast delves into the unique challenges faced by working mothers, particularly the often-ignored struggles of parenting teenagers while juggling a career. While earlier episodes celebrated the newfound freedom that comes with older kids, this discussion highlights the emotional toll of managing teenage anxieties and outbursts. It examines how this emotional labor affects job performance, underscores the necessity of setting boundaries with both kids and coworkers, and calls for more research on this critical stage of working parenthood. Ultimately, the podcast advocates for self-compassion, embracing the chaos of family life, and building supportive networks at home and work.