Whoopi Goldberg and Lily Allen warn working moms that you can’t have it all

The 68-year-old actress, known for her role in Sister Act, discussed the sacrifices she made for her career as a young single mother on a recent episode of The View.

She shared, “My child came before my career, but I chose my career because I knew this chance would not come again. She didn’t always agree with it, but that’s part of being a parent. They won’t always like your decisions.”

Goldberg’s comments came in response to Lily Allen’s statement that having children had a negative impact on her pop star career. Allen expressed frustration at the idea of “having it all” and highlighted the challenges mothers face in balancing work and family.

Goldberg, who falls into the category of prioritizing her career, reflected on her hope that she provided a better life for her daughter by focusing on her acting career, leading to roles in blockbuster movies and a successful ABC chat show.

The conversation also touched on the societal expectations for working mothers and the challenges they face in balancing their careers and family life.

Can working mums really ‘have it all’?

Cosmopolitan’s former editor-in-chief acknowledged the unrealistic nature of the “having it all” mantra, emphasizing the need for women to make choices and prioritize what matters most to them.

Many working mothers have faced challenges in juggling their career and childcare responsibilities, with some even leaving their jobs due to the difficulty of balancing both. Women also experience a significant drop in earnings compared to men after becoming parents.

As return-to-office mandates continue to be enforced, working mothers may face further challenges in balancing work and family responsibilities, potentially impacting their career advancement and financial stability.

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