Women at Work

Working While Parenting a Teen: Not What I Expected

Nov 18, 2024
In this insightful conversation, Danna Greenberg, a professor at Babson College and co-author of "Maternal Optimism," shares her wisdom on the unique challenges of being a working mom to teenagers. She and Amy G discuss the emotional labor involved in managing tumultuous teen years while striving for professional success. They tackle tough questions like handling urgent calls from teens, dealing with judgment from peers, and finding balance without becoming overly involved in their children's lives. It's a heartfelt and practical exploration of modern motherhood.
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