For many parents, finding balance between work, family, and personal time is a constant challenge. While dads are stepping up more than ever, it’s still usually moms who carry most of the stress. So, how do they manage to juggle work and kids, while still carving out time for themselves?

We spoke with several moms who work remotely for SlidesLive to learn how they navigate their careers and family responsibilities. They shared their stories, the challenges they face, and some clever little tricks that make day-to-day life a bit easier.

Katie, Account Manager, based in the USA

1. What's it like to work as a mother at SlidesLive?
   
   It’s everything I could have hoped being a mother with a career would be. SlidesLive allows me to have flexibility at home while taking care of my child. I grew up with full time working parents who were only around in the evening, and I love the fact that my children will grow up with me around at all times.
   
   

2. How has working from home made your life easier (if you feel it has)?
   
   When I started this job, I was fresh out of college with my life ahead of me - I didn’t know what the future had to hold just yet. The work from home lifestyle has allowed me to grow my family in an easy, stress-free way, as well as accommodate my husband’s career while being a part of the U.S. Navy. His job, at times, requires travel and relocation, and I would have never been able to keep a steady career if it weren’t for SlidesLive. On top of this, I’ve never had to worry about dog sitters or baby sitters. I have created a wonderful work-life balance where I can look after my family at home, while still doing what I love.
   
   

3. What's your biggest challenge when balancing work and the kids?
   
   Keeping a toddler quiet during meetings! It’s not always possible, but scheduling calls during naps works well for the most part. I’ve memorized my son’s schedule pretty thoroughly, and have learned the most efficient times to schedule my calls.
   
   

4. Do you feel your colleagues understand the challenges of being a working parent?
   
   Yes, everyone is super understanding of my circumstances (and most have been there before!). Many of my colleagues have kids, some little ones or even babies. So many of us are on the same page when it comes to balancing children and work - so we all have a mutual understanding on how it can be difficult at times.
   
   

5. Do you have any "secret hacks" or tricks that help you manage everything?
   
   For babies - Ms. Rachel! She has been a life savor in multiple instances. She keeps my son quiet and smiling for however long I need. I highly recommend giving her a try if you have a baby or toddler at home! Her videos are free on YouTube, and they are all educational based.
   
   

6. Any funny or unexpected stories from working at home that you'd like to share?
   
   One time, I left my toddler in his play area for 10-15 minutes to take a phone call. After the call was over, I saw he had escaped from his area and was playing in the bathroom. He managed to start stacking toilet paper rolls like blocks as tall as himself. When there were no more rolls to stack, he started stacking dog toys on top of the rolls. It was a pretty funny sight to see. He was determined and proud! A toddler can do a lot when left alone for a few minutes! My note to self is: don’t let your toddler out of sight!

Natalie, Sales Manager, based in Germany/the Czech Republic

1. What's it like to work as a mother at SlidesLive?
   
   It's challenging, of course. My daughter is six months old, so I have to combine her care with my work. It’s impossible to plan my time in a way that I can always get everything done. I really appreciate the flexibility I have at SlidesLive; I can work when she’s sleeping or in the evening after she's fallen asleep.
   
   

2. How has working from home made your life easier (if you feel it has)?
   
   It definitely has. I’m happy that I can work while taking care of my daughter. It brings me new inspiration, and at the same time, I don’t have to solve the issue of finding a babysitter because I can be with her all the time.
   
   

3. What's your biggest challenge when balancing work and the kids?
   
   It’s definitely time! I used to have great time management skills, but with a baby, it’s completely different. No two days or nights are the same.
   
   

4. Do you feel your colleagues understand the challenges of being a working parent?
   
   Yes, absolutely. If I can’t make it to a call, it’s not a problem to reschedule. I also appreciate having a flexible part-time schedule so I can work according to my own possibilities.
   
   

5. Do you have any "secret hacks" or tricks that help you manage everything?
   
   Running with the stroller and definitely my morning coffee, which I can't live without.
   
   

6. Any funny or unexpected stories from working at home that you'd like to share?
   
   Hmm, I don’t even know. Maybe I would mention calls with Elissa on my lap, when she starts to fart, spit, and poop.

Adela,  PR & Communications Specialist, based in Brazil

1. What's it like to work as a mother at SlidesLive?
   
   It's going very well, especially when I hear or read about the experiences of other women. I started working at SlidesLive when my daughter was four years old, during the Covid period. Nurseries weren't really operating, and my daughter was often sick. Thanks to the possibility of working from home and having flexible hours, I was able to successfully get through this difficult period and combine everything.
   
   

2. How has working from home made your life easier (if you feel it has)?
   
   It's a huge relief. Due to my husband's work, we moved from the Czech Republic to Brazil, and we currently live in São Paulo. I wouldn't be able to work at SlidesLive anymore without this option. Of course, I sometimes miss the days spent in the office, but I'm glad I can continue to work, even with the distance and time difference. 
   
   

3. What's your biggest challenge when balancing work and the kids?
   
   There are many challenges. One of the biggest is when my child gets sick, my husband is traveling for work, or it’s the holidays! I always try to plan ahead and have some backup solutions. My daughter is already in school, so it’s easier to communicate with her than with a baby. However, this has brought many new obligations that require daily attention and support, such as managing both foreign and Czech school, after-school activities, and parent-teacher meetings. So I plan carefully and sometimes have to figure out the unimaginable.
   
   

4. Do you feel your colleagues understand the challenges of being a working parent?
   
   I think most of them understand and accept that when it's the holidays, I work minimally. I also know that if I need to move a call due to an unexpected situation, it will be met with understanding. At the same time, I try not to take advantage of this flexibility and only cancel or reschedule in truly extreme cases. Being a working parent is one thing, but it doesn't mean that others should drop everything for you every time. 
   
   

5. Do you have any "secret hacks" or tricks that help you manage everything?
   
   Coffee and planning are essential! Anyone who hasn't worked like this probably doesn't know that self-discipline is the most important thing. You can't spend half the day in bed or at a cafe. When you don’t have a boss looking over your shoulder, you become your own boss — and you have to push yourself to make sure everything runs as it should. I also try to involve my husband more in the daily running of the household. And when I'm stressed, I go play tennis to clear my head!
   
   

6. Any funny or unexpected stories from working at home that you'd like to share?
   
   Those classic incidents where my daughter came to ask something terribly important in the middle of a call—everyone has probably experienced that, just like loud shouting from the toilet! But sometimes she would brighten up the calls with a little performance, showing off a new toy, or sharing her plans for visiting her grandma! Fortunately, my colleagues were understanding since it didn’t happen every time, and they would sometimes laugh about it.

Veronika, Editor, based in the Czech Republic

1. What's it like to work as a mother at SlidesLive?
   
   For me it’s the best of both worlds – I get to be part of a great team and contribute to interesting projects, while still being present for my child. It’s not always easy, of course, but the flexibility here makes it possible to combine both roles in a way that feels meaningful and balanced.
   
   

2. How has working from home made your life easier (if you feel it has)?
   
   Working from home has been a huge relief. I don’t waste time commuting, which already feels like winning the lottery. I can also adjust my schedule to my child’s naps or quieter moments, so I end up working when it actually fits into my day. It’s really flexible, and that flexibility makes me both more productive and calmer as a mom.
   
   

3. What's your biggest challenge when balancing work and the kids?
   
   Honestly, the hardest part isn’t balancing work and kids – I’ve somehow made that work. The real challenge is finding time just for myself. Between deadlines and diaper changes, there’s not much left for things like hobbies or even just sitting quietly for five minutes. I keep telling myself it’s just a season of life – but yes, that “me time” is the piece that always gets sacrificed first.
   
   

4. Do you feel your colleagues understand the challenges of being a working parent?
   
   Yes, definitely. My colleagues are really supportive and understand that with kids, things don’t always go exactly as planned. Sometimes a nap ends early or a call gets interrupted by a little voice, and instead of making it stressful, they take it with humor and flexibility.
   
   

5. Do you have any "secret hacks" or tricks that help you manage everything?
   
   Planning definitely helps – I try to organize my work in advance, decide what I’ll do on which day and set clear deadlines. Having a grandma who can step in when work gets really busy is also a lifesaver. And maybe the biggest “hack” is just accepting that not everything will go according to plan – once you stop fighting that, it all feels a bit easier.
   
   

6. Any funny or unexpected stories from working at home that you'd like to share?
   
   Nothing too unpredictable has happened – it’s usually just the classic background soundtrack of squealing or little hands trying to “help” by pressing random keys on the keyboard. It can be a bit chaotic at the moment, but it usually just makes everyone smile and lightens up the call.

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