All working mums must know how hard it is to manager life especially with work life, housework, kids and family. I find it important to give a child a lot of importance so they don't feel left out and get the love they need and the time from their parents.

What I usually do is spend the minimum of an hour with my daughter, so she knows that I'm with her and giving her some quality time. No matter how busy I may be i make sure I'm with her and not only me, but my husband accompanies me too. On weekends we tend to go out and spend some good quality time, we also play with my daughter whether its lego, shopping, drawing or anything else of her interest.

When going out with your child, its doesn't mean it has to be expensive, it can even mean making a trip to the zoo or park.

I am a working mom as well; nevertheless, I am constantly trying to spend more and more time with my two daughters. Even though they seem less interested in playing with me at this stage of their growth (they are 8 and 9), I am still managing to find different fun activities for the three of us to participate in so that we can keep this close bond and they understand that they are more important than anything else going on in a parent's life.

I believe that nurtured children who receive a healthy amount of attention grow up to be more emotionally stable than the ones that don't. I would also like to stress the fact that no matter how busy we are, we can never forget what are priority is: our children and their happiness. Thus, finding an hour and two tomorrow, and more the other days is the best investment that we can make in our child's future. Moreover, our children can feel loved, cared for, which in turn would allow them to have a positive outlook to life and everything else that surrounds them.

I'm lucky that I am a Stay at Home Mom so I get to spend every day with my 2 children, I have 1 in school but when he comes home I'm here and we spend the day together, I love it and would hate to give that up. I too think it's important to give as much time as possible to your child/ren.

When one doesn't manage her time well, it will be difficult for her to find quality time with her children. It is very important to find time with them so that you'll be updated with their concerns, interests and problems, right? I thought of a way to spend quality time with my kids during weekdays. Since I'm stressed out with my work, every time I went home I'll ask them to massage me. That could be time, wherein we are able to discuss their concerns about studies.

Spending time with my child has always been a top priority for his life. I was in the fortunate position to take my son to work with me and also home school him. He is now 25 and we maintain a good relationship.

If we are working, it is necessary to allot some quality time with our children where we can focus to be with them without any business or social distraction. It is more important because as a working parent, we have limited time we can spend with them so we have to make good use of the limited time.

It is very important to make sure our children know that they come first. I am working outside of home now, and before I started, I went and got my daughter a new cellphone. That way she is always connected to me, no matter what.

I work in the house and it is also important for moms at home to spend that extra time with their children. I think that sometimes we get so involved in our work when working at home, the kids think that we would rather work than spend time with them.
My daughter and I have Saturday as our special day. We always go out for lunch together and do something fun for the day. It may be as simple as spending the day playing tennis or swimming.

It is okay to be with your children when they are young. But as soon as they reach school age, they should be trained to be gradually independent .

It is great to spend time with your kids and it is great to teach your child independence as well. My daughter goes to daycare during the day and I spend time with her in the evening. I think it's good for children to get used to being around others as well.

I am a working mom also. I have office work from Monday to Friday 6 am to 3 in the afternoon. Aside from that, I am helping my mom manage a small business, near here place, so in the afternoon, after office work, I will go straight there. I would arrived at home between 8- 9 in the evening. Me, my husband and son would eat dinner together, after that, we can have time. sometimes I will teach him about his lessons, or maybe just playing around. during weekends we are together also. especially on a sunday that even my mom's business is close, so we are just at home together.

i believe that quality, and not quantity should be measured when spending time with our kids. as long as we make sure that each time we spend with them are spent in doing something that will keep the bond and try to make each a good memory for our children, then it doesn't matter if we have to work or stay out of the house for a few hours each day. as long as our children are secured with the fact that we are there for them and that we love them whether we are beside them or not is what counts.

I agree with you calientemama. Quality time with your child is definitely more important than the quantity of time spent. Some children are with their parents 24/7 and don't learn anything. Its sad to say but it is true. Quality time is priceless and is important to help them learn and grow.

Very good point! Kids really do need a lot of love and attention. I think also being honest with them and letting them know why you're gone so much can be helpful. Also, take time on your days off and really make them feel special. Show them that you appreciate them and that you enjoy their company. Make sure to ask them how school's going and maybe plan some fun trips each year of their choosing. Just because your gone a lot, doesn't mean you can't be close. You just gotta take the time and make the extra effort.

I say this b/c my mom didn't treat me very well and I never want another child to grow up the way I did

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-Brittany Brydahl

It would be tough to serve the family when you are tired. It's good to know that some working mothers would still prioritize their kids. Sometimes, we would go to the beach because my kids like it. And I agree with you, you don't have to spend much when you bond with your family. The important thing is that the members are complete. How old are your kids anyway?