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Mom Forced to Have Baby at Work Meeting—Can’t Cope With Coworkers’ Response

Mom Forced to Have Baby at Work Meeting—Can’t Cope With Coworkers’ Response

Summary

A working mother named Jessica shared a TikTok video of herself attending a work meeting with her baby on her lap. Instead of being criticized, her coworkers reacted positively. The video highlights the challenges and support systems involved in balancing work-from-home duties with parenting.

Key Facts

  • Jessica is a mother of two working from home and also a project manager.
  • She appeared in a TikTok video during a work call with her 8-month-old baby on her lap.
  • Her coworkers responded with delight rather than criticism when they noticed her baby.
  • Jessica posted the video in response to online comments suggesting she might lose her job.
  • Both Jessica and her husband work from home and coordinate to care for their children.
  • The number of remote workers in the U.S. increased significantly between 2019 and 2021.
  • Jessica expressed gratitude for having supportive coworkers who enjoy seeing her children.
  • Her TikTok video received 2.5 million views, with many users expressing admiration and curiosity about her work situation.

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