Challenges of working parents during the pandemic

Working parents, especially during the pandemic, face numerous challenges and struggle to balance their professional and parental roles. The sudden shift to remote work, school closures, and limited childcare options have caused immense stress and exhaustion for parents. The absence of clear boundaries between work and home intensifies the overwhelm. Parents share their experiences of juggling their responsibilities, describing moments of guilt, difficulty in meeting deadlines, and the constant pull between attending to their children's needs and fulfilling work obligations.