I left my 3 kids behind to celebrate my 40th birthday on a Swiss mountain. Being alone was just what I needed.

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Woman wearing an orange helmet crossing suspension bridge in Switzerland.
Wendy Altschuler left her kids behind for a solo adventure in Switzerland.

Wendy Altschuler

I gave more attention to my demanding job than to raising my 4 kids. I'm heartbroken over what it cost me.

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A moody/sad woman is collaged next to a smaller image of a husband and their child on a purple/lavender background.
Abigail DeGuzman (not pictured) prioritized her demanding job over being present for her children. Now, she's making up for lost time.

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Blake Lively says she feels 'guilty' for working instead of spending time with family

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Blake Lively feels mom guilt too.

Taylor Hill

I didn't think I was a good enough parent. I went to therapy to deal with my shame.

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Jennifer Sizeland (not pictured) felt ashamed of her parenting skills and went to therapy for help.

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An annual solo trip reminds me of who I am outside being a mom. Sometimes, I feel guilty for spending the time and money, but it's worth it.

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Tiffany Nieslanik drinking an Aperol spritz and reading a book while on a trip, sitting in the sun.
Tiffany Nieslanik takes an annual solo trip and always comes back to her family refreshed.

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I'm a surgeon and my husband's a stay-at-home dad. I knew we couldn't do things the traditional way, but I still have mom guilt.

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A surgeon
Grunch and her husband agreed she would work and he would mostly stay at home with the kids.

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