Most businesses and stores have closed due to preventive measures taken to curb the coronavirus and protect citizens. However, there are many companies that have the ability to do the work from home. So, oh few workers these days have moved work to home. Among them are many working moms.
At first, it may sound nice to work from home, now that the children are not going to school, since they too are closed. And it may sound like a good solution, since due to protection measures you can not have the help of grandparents. However, in reality this model also has their difficulties.
Because to be honest it is not always easy to work from home with children, who, although younger, can not understand how mom works. And so, you may come to despair as there will be times when you will not fight it. Below, we have a survival guide for you to get through - as much as possible -.
Make a plan
This of course depends on the company you work for and the form of your work. Does it require you to be at the computer for consecutive hours or can you do the work partially? Once you have agreed on how the homework will be done, you make a daily schedule: the hours you will work, the hours you will dedicate exclusively to the child and the hours you will dedicate at home and to you. A bulk program, not only does not help, but in the end will seasick you.
Ξseparated the role of mom and worker
The fact that you work from home, professionally does not make any difference. Think about what it's like to be in your office at this time. After first distinguishing it yourself, then explain to the child this difference. The child must also understand that the mother is working. According to Parents.com, a good idea to achieve this is to work these days in a room other than what the child is playing, so that he understands the difference and the seriousness of what you are doing.
Take advantage of the child's sleep
The difficult parts of your work, which require more concentration, it is better to leave them for the time the child sleeps. You will have peace of mind and you will be able to easily get your work done.
Take breaks
The child, especially if he is small, will complain that you neglect him and that you have put your work on it. It is also difficult for him - especially if he does not have siblings - to be alone all the time while you are at the computer. So take some short breaks during the day and take care of the child. It will help them both.
The child was creatively engaged
If he is small, let him draw or play with the bricks or see a child. If it is bigger, print some tests, creative games, puzzles, crossword puzzles from the internet that will keep it creative. He can also watch a children's movie or do some crafts or making.
Spend the rest of the day with the child
Yes, you work from home and the child has you all day, something he missed. But your physical presence is not enough. Do not limit yourself to her. When you have finished your work, dedicate the rest of the day to the child, as you did before. The child needs you both naturally and substantially.