Celebrating Pioneer Moms

Leading mothers balance between motherhood, career, science, family, social life and more.

One of the greatest gifts is the gift of life, a gift given to us by mothers through a uniquely beautiful journey, tailored to each individual. Marking the occasion, Prof. Dr. Nicholas Eiffel Fraser և Students Ս Susan Belfield և Catherine Sarkozy share their experience of balancing motherhood, school, career, family and social life.

The balance of motherhood has its challenges, but it's a rewarding and memorable experience. “It was really an attempt to become a new mother. There were many things about the birth of my son that made it difficult and memorable. In my case, there were complications that led to her being born at just 26 weeks pregnant. “But he finally came home. Now he is a healthy child who inspires and motivates me every day,” said Evil Frazier.

  Having come to terms with motherhood, the adult mother of five grandchildren begins her own problems. “ Being a mother and being a grandmother was different. When my children were young, classes and childcare were difficult. This time, the difficulties were minimal, since my children are only adults. They call or come when I am writing or reading a newspaper. "I'll stop what I'm doing to visit or tell them to give advice," Belfield said.

A balance between motherhood and academia is achievable, but time management is important. “ My experience as a student mother was difficult but powerful. One of the biggest challenges I faced was managing my time. I had a hard time figuring out how to spend time with my child when I first went to nursing school. One class per class to take five lessons at a time. First: Moreover, I continued to work because I financially supported my family. Sarkozy said. “It was hard, at first it was hard for me to adapt, but I managed. do this?

Being a mother in a professional job can be scary, but it's worth it if you see the benefits of your job. I also continued to work because I supported my family financially. It was hard, at first it was hard for me to rebuild, but I managed. The only thing that helped him was getting him involved in everything I do for the school. Research, events, meetings, etc. “It helped us pass the time and interact with my education. I hope that someday it will be so, ”said Sarkas.

I am a Public Health Practitioner և Lecturer in Health Management. Balancing my responsibilities as my son's public health educator, despite being rewarded, can be stressful. Mostly I work in the office, at home, but there are times when I have to work in the field. It is difficult for me to leave my son, because he is always in good hands. “I think most mothers struggle to find the right balance between professional work and childcare,” said Evil Frazier.

Motherhood inspires a person to achieve higher goals. “When my daughter came into my life, I felt the purpose and motivation to pursue a career, especially a career that could have a direct impact on my life. He sees that I work hard, listens to my conversation, sees my achievements, and then sees that he puts in the same effort. “Being Isabella’s mother taught me to love deeply, to forgive more, to live in the present, to be selfless, to appreciate the details, ” Sarkozy said.

As a recently divorced mother, I felt compelled to show my children how adults deal with adversity and tragedy and how they heal. “After I complete my education, my children will see that trials and tribulations are a way out of a new life, not the end of the world, not a reason to go deeper, ” Belfield said.

Motherhood affects the way we work և leads to new lessons and discoveries. “ I see that work and life at home are on the same continuum. It is simply a matter of directing effort, energy and other resources to different parts of the continuum at different times. This opinion reinforced in my mind that I am a mother. “The biggest lesson I have learned now is that it affects my thinking, for example, how to be a parent, how I work, that I have to balance all the competitive demands that I have on workplace,” he said. .

Even during the working day, time can be devoted to the duties of the mother. “My son, although he is not yet a year old, loves nature very much. There are times when he wants to go outside in the afternoon. And I'm taking him because his needs come first. "He can't be there," Evil Fraser said. It's the middle of the day from traditional work."

Patience is a virtue. “I have learned so many lessons, but most of all I love patience. I have always tended to react to every aspect of my life, but I have learned that patience is a virtue. I understand. that I am in no hurry to educate myself if I really want to learn a subject, said Belfield, that by understanding and processing this information, I have the best opportunity to apply it in my life and work.

One of the greatest joys of motherhood is the unconditional love you see in your child's eyes. “What I love most about motherhood is the feeling of unconditional love I get when I see the miracle in my own eyes. The excitement I get when you ask for something, feeling all the emotions together, helping each other together. This is a connection. I ”, Discuss Sarkozy.

“ I like to do a lot as a mother. Every morning when I wake up, when my son wakes up, he often greets me with a big smile, of course, if he is not hungry, he decides to take me to others. But I think what I enjoy the most is watching my child as he or she develops their unique personality. “I appreciate the look on his face when he wants to get what he wants,” said Evil Frazier.

“I love seeing what my kids become, I love the memories with them. "I really enjoy not raising them anymore, I'm just enjoying our family's madness," Belfield said.

Don't forget to count your blessings և list the little things. “Words of wisdom that I would like to convey to students and teachers who can do their best to balance everything, is to seize the moment, enjoy, celebrate small victories.” Sarcas concluded.

Keep a smile on your face և Be the best mom you can be. Words of wisdom from my wisdom: “Wet your children with love, be persistent, be patient, be present and, above all, keep a sense of humor,” Belfield concluded.

After all, he takes the village. “Realize that you only have one life. And this life goes on. Focusing on յակ priorities Understanding these priorities can change from day to day. Rely on your support network. It can be a husband or partner, grandparents, aunt. , uncles և, etc. Also, include them in your planning. Young parents sometimes feel guilty when their children are deprived of their professional responsibilities. It's okay to feel. But understand that your work contributes to the stability of your family, thereby helping your child.

Motherhood comes with its own challenges, but you should know that it comes a long way. Balance of work and responsibilities at home, at school, in study, upbringing, etc. Moms do everything. We celebrate Mother's Day և every day for everything you do.