I’ve spent over four decades walking the delicate line between motherhood, caregiving, and building a business from the ground up. When I first started my journey as a mompreneur, my children were still little, and the house was always full—of responsibilities, of elderly needing care, and of moments that demanded every bit of me.
In those early days, there wasn’t much help, but there was a lot of heart. I was constantly juggling—packing lunch boxes in the morning, managing meetings in the afternoon, and caring for my aging parents and in-laws in the evening. It was overwhelming at times, but it was also deeply meaningful. Every challenge shaped me. Every day taught me something new about balance, resilience, and what it really means to show up—for your family, and for yourself.
I have always been an active mom—deeply involved in my children’s lives—but I learned early on that what they truly needed wasn’t all of my time, just the right time. Quality over quantity became my mantra. I began slotting my days with intention, following a timetable that helped me be present both at work and at home. It wasn’t perfect, but it gave structure to the chaos.
But over the years, I have come to appreciate the beauty of a joint family. It’s not just about tradition—it’s about having a support system that holds you up when things get tough. The shared responsibilities, emotional backing, and intergenerational bonding were what allowed me to grow both as a mother and a businesswoman.
This blog is a piece of my heart, written for all the mompreneurs out there who are trying to do everything. If you take just one thing from my story, let it be this—you don’t have to do it all. You just have to do what matters most, with love and intention.
1. Delegate Without Guilt:
One of the first mindset shifts I had to make as a mompreneur was letting go of the idea that I had to do everything myself. Trying to wear all the hats—marketing, finance, customer service, content creation, parenting, and homemaking—was not sustainable. So, I started small: I hired househelp and brought on a part-time nanny during busy work weeks.
At home, I involved my partner and even the kids, giving them age-appropriate tasks. Outsourcing doesn’t mean you’re failing; it means you're scaling. Delegating is not a luxury—it's a growth strategy for both your business and your well-being.
2. Build Boundaries That Protect Your Peace:
In the beginning, I worked around the clock. Every nap time was hustle time. Evenings were for emails. Weekends blurred into weekdays. I was physically present with my children but mentally on Slack. It wasn’t working.
That’s when I started creating clear, intentional boundaries. I set business hours—even if they were unconventional. I used a shared calendar for my family to know when "Mom's working" and when I’m all theirs. I started saying no to meetings during my kids’ bedtime and stopped replying to emails past dinner.
It wasn’t easy at first, especially when you're so passionate about your work. But boundaries gave me back time, focus, and joy in both motherhood and business. It taught others how to treat my time, and more importantly, how I should treat it myself.
3. Redefine Productivity with Self-Compassion:
As mompreneurs, we're often measuring productivity by to-do lists and how many fires we’ve put out. But I learned that some days, the biggest win is just keeping everyone fed and alive. And that’s okay.
Motherhood is unpredictable, and so is entrepreneurship. Some days you’ll be a powerhouse at your desk; other days, you’ll be wiping tears and making cereal for dinner. Don’t let those days define your worth. Be kind to yourself. Rest without guilt. Celebrate small wins. Prioritize your mental health.
Self-compassion isn’t a soft skill—it’s a survival skill.
4. Find Your Village:
One of the most transformative things I did was connect with other mompreneurs. Whether through Facebook groups, WhatsApp communities, or local meet-ups, finding women who understood my daily juggle was healing. We shared tips, vented frustrations, exchanged resources, and reminded each other that we’re not alone.
This sense of sisterhood filled a gap that no business podcast or productivity planner ever could. We rise higher when we rise together.
5. Stop Striving for Balance—Aim for Harmony:
You’ll rarely have a perfectly balanced day. Some days your business will demand more, and other days your kids will. That’s okay. Instead of striving for balance, aim for harmony. Know what matters most each day, and give yourself permission to focus on that.
Learn to adjust. Flow. Pause when needed. Hustle when inspired. The beauty of being a mompreneur is that you get to design your life and work. Make it yours.
You became a mompreneur not just to earn, but to create a life on your own terms. That dream doesn't require you to be a superhero. It asks you to be present, mindful, and kind to yourself. Trust me, you’re doing better than you think.
You’re not just building a business—you’re building a legacy, and that matters deeply.
