However, if you are able to focus on work and your partner is able to care for your children at home, it might be worthwhile to schedule your time so you can go out to help whenever you're needed, rather that staying inside.

6. Nurture creative activities.
It's not realistic to expect your child to sit down and read a book when you're working all day. If you're responsible in childcare, ensure that your children are engaged in activities that are creative.

It is possible that switching between toys or activities can give the child more time to play and encourages more intense play. If your kids don't have the habit of playing on their own You can start by sparking their imagination by making it into a game in its own right which allows them to be independent, such as solving a puzzle or creating something from scratch with art supplies, and a set time to show you the results they've created.

If your kids are fine with some screen time, but you still need to be able to make crucial calls while focusing on other things You can look up educational resources such as Scholastic Learn atHome, digital games that teach music and spelling skills, and even virtual museum tours.

7. Plan meetings carefully.
Most parents working at home will be forced to share their misfortunes.

Although a good portion of this is normal and all you and your colleagues can do is laugh, plan for interruptions and give your children a nonverbal "do not disturb" signal during conference calls.

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With free-roaming toddlers it's not always feasible. It may be more beneficial to schedule calls during the time they are sleeping. Sometimes, you might have to cut off your calls or reschedule if childcare is required.

8. Get technology on your side.
Cloud computing is precisely the reason remote working has been able to flourish. Instead of manually exchanging documents or logging in to user accounts in the workplace, workers can access the information needed to complete their job online.

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It's now simpler than ever for you to work from home with collaboration platforms like Microsoft Teams and project-management software such Trello.

The right apps can make all the difference, whether it's creating your own Zoom video conferencing background, or creating an tech stack that will simplify your job,

9. Know when to turn off.
The challenge of balancing life and work is no longer a challenge. It's easy to become entangled with the advantages of working at home. But, it's possible to feel as though you're working all day. It is therefore crucial to be aware of when you should stop working.

If you plan your day-to-day routine, you might have to adjust to the needs of your children. It is still possible to declare that you're finished for the day. You'll need to be able to establish clear boundaries and have self-discipline in your team members to accomplish this.

10. Be easy on yourself -- and ask for assistance.
If you're a parent who has to balance work and childcare, you deserve a medal and all of the opportunities you can get for assistance.

This could involve asking a friend or family member for assistance or hiring childcare experts.

Don't expect yourself to effortlessly balance all of your obligations and remain efficient in all circumstances. There are methods to make your work life more manageable. However, you must also be patient with yourself when things don’t go according to plan. You can take some time off when things get difficult. Remember to also care about yourself. Stress can be a major issue for many. You need to take care of yourself and understand your limits.