Becoming a parent is transformative. In the beginning of 2025 , I surveyed over 100 parents  about their experience juggling work and family. Key findings reveal the depth of the emotional, practical, and professional adjustments parents face: identity shifts, emotional stress, and work-life tension. The good news? You can  ask for support proactively and create a sustainable balance between parenting and work. What Parents Feel Identity shifts : Who am I now? Emotional highs