'Am I Failing My Child by Choosing Daycare?' A Paediatrician's Answer for Working Mothers

Parenting transforms us in ways we rarely anticipate. It changes routines, priorities, relationships, and often, the way we see ourselves. For many working mothers, one of the hardest transformations is learning to balance their ambitions with the expectations society places on them. That balancing act often comes with an unwelcome companion: guilt. The guilt of not spending enough time with a child. The guilt of returning to work. The guilt of relying on a daycare centre while pursuing a career. Experts say quality care and emotional connection matter more than the number of hours a parent...