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Parenting a Baby Under One While Owning the Working Mom Life (with a Little Help from Dad): Tips, Tricks, and a Whole Lot of Sass

Ah, the beautiful chaos of juggling a baby under one while being a working mom. Let’s just say it’s no walk in the park—but with some clever tricks, the right mindset, and yes, a strong partnership with Dad, you can thrive in this crazy adventure. Spoiler alert: teamwork makes the dream work. Now let’s dive in with some no-nonsense tips for surviving (and thriving!) while balancing your career, baby, and life.

Hack 1: Embrace the Power of “Good Enough”

Let’s get one thing clear right off the bat—perfection? Totally overrated. You’ll have days where the baby is clean, fed, and happy… and you’re wearing yesterday’s coffee-stained clothes to your Zoom call. Guess what? That’s perfectly fine. “Good enough” is your new best friend, and it’s totally okay to cut yourself some slack. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s surviving and thriving. Team up with Dad to tackle the day-to-day so you can breathe a little easier.

Hack 2: Baby’s Schedule = Your Power Move (Plus Dad’s Help!)

Nap time isn’t just a break for the baby—it’s a golden opportunity for you to knock out work tasks like the multitasking superhero you are. But here’s the key: split the schedule with Dad. You’re in this together, so divide and conquer those nap times like pros. When one of you is “on duty,” the other gets to power through work uninterrupted. Efficiency, teamwork, and a shared calendar? Yes, please.

Hack 3: Morning Routine = Joint Effort

You know those polished “morning routines” influencers swear by? Yeah, not happening here. But that doesn’t mean you and your partner can’t carve out some semblance of a routine that works for both of you. Whether it’s taking turns with baby duty in the morning or tag-teaming breakfast, having a partner in crime can make the mornings run a little smoother. And hey, the baby loves seeing both parents in action.

Hack 4: Divide and Conquer Like a Boss

Speaking of teamwork—divide and conquer is a total game-changer. Whether it’s household chores, bedtime routines, or tackling the never-ending laundry pile, you and Dad are in this together. Share the load. Teamwork is the secret sauce to staying sane. You handle work emails while he tackles bath time, and everyone’s a winner.

Hack 5: Rock That Mom (and Dad) Energy in Your Career

Being a mom sharpens your skills in ways you didn’t even know possible—time management, multitasking, and functioning on little sleep? Check, check, and check. And when Dad steps up to the plate too? You’re an unstoppable duo. The same energy that powers you through diaper changes and 3 AM wake-ups can (and should) be channeled into your career. You’ve got this, and having a partner who gets it only makes you stronger.

Hack 6: Some Days Are Hot Messes (and That’s Okay)

Listen, there will be days when everything goes off the rails. The baby’s teething, work deadlines are looming, and you’re running on coffee fumes. It happens to the best of us. The key is not letting those days define you—lean on Dad for support, tag-team the chaos, and remember tomorrow’s a fresh start. No one has this all figured out. Spoiler: not even the “perfect” moms.

Hack 7: Celebrate the Small Wins Together

Did you and your partner manage to get the baby to sleep through the night? Did you both survive the workday with minimal chaos? Celebrate those wins! Whether it’s a virtual high-five or sneaking in a quiet moment after the baby’s asleep, every small victory matters. You’re doing the hard stuff, and it’s worth celebrating—together.

Hack 8: Find Your Tribe (and Make Sure Dad Finds His Too)

As much as parenting is a team sport, sometimes you both need your own support systems. Whether it’s connecting with other working moms who get it or encouraging Dad to find his tribe of fellow parents, having that community makes all the difference. You’re not alone in this—lean on your tribe, and keep each other grounded.

Hack 9: Laughter Really is the Best Medicine

At the end of the day, one of the best things you and Dad can do is keep your sense of humor. When things get messy (and they will), laugh it off. Those parenting fails and work struggles are going to happen—embrace the chaos, laugh together, and remember you’re in this together. Laughter really does make everything better.

Final Word? Team Up, Mama

You’re not “just” a working mom—you’re a powerhouse who’s raising a baby and managing a career, with a partner who’s right by your side. So don’t let the hard days get you down. You’ve got the skills, the strength, and the sass to handle it all—and with Dad in the mix, you’re an unstoppable force. Keep shining, supermom (and superdad). You’ve got this—together.