3 Ways to Re-evaluate Your Priorities and Build a Sustainable Work-Life Balance Plan

When you’re balancing pregnancy, motherhood, and a career (while trying to keep your sanity intact), the idea of "work-life balance" can feel like a distant dream. The demands of a growing family, a career that won’t stop, and the constant pressure to "do it all" often leaves us wondering if balance is even possible.

But here’s the truth: work-life balance doesn’t have to be some unattainable goal. It’s about finding harmony that works for you, not some idealized version of what life should look like. So, how do you get there? By reevaluating your priorities, setting boundaries, and being intentional with your time. Here’s how to do it.


1. Identify What Truly Matters to You Right Now

Life changes when you become a mom, and so do your priorities. What mattered before your pregnancy or during the early days of motherhood may no longer hold the same weight. Take a step back and ask yourself: What really matters to me right now?

It might be your career, but it could also be your health, your relationships, or your personal growth. When you redefine your priorities based on your current situation, you make room for the things that truly matter, rather than running on autopilot, trying to fit everything in.

Tip: Get specific. Instead of saying “family comes first,” ask yourself what that looks like in practice. Is it having dinner together every night? Is it weekend outings? Define your priorities in a way that aligns with your real-life needs.

2. Set Boundaries That Protect Your Time and Energy

Creating a work-life balance isn’t just about squeezing everything into your schedule—it’s about protecting your time and energy from the things that drain you. This means learning to say "no" to things that don’t serve your values or your current needs.

Setting boundaries can be difficult, especially when you’re used to saying yes to every request or feeling guilty about not being able to do it all. But boundaries aren’t about being selfish—they’re about preserving your well-being so you can show up as your best self in all areas of your life.

Start small with boundaries, like scheduling uninterrupted time with your baby or blocking off personal hours for self-care. Over time, you'll learn that saying "no" to things that don’t align with your priorities frees up space for the things that do.

3. Develop a Plan That Works for You (and Be Flexible)

A sustainable work-life balance doesn’t happen by chance. It requires planning—but that doesn’t mean you need a rigid, one-size-fits-all schedule. Your plan needs to be flexible enough to adapt to the inevitable changes that come with pregnancy and motherhood.

Start by mapping out your ideal week. How much time do you want to spend at work, with family, on self-care, and doing things that make you feel like you? Then, break it down into achievable steps, and give yourself permission to adjust as needed. Life is unpredictable (hello, babies!), so your plan will evolve, and that’s okay.

And don’t forget to revisit it regularly. Check in with yourself every couple of weeks to see if your plan is still working, or if you need to adjust based on new challenges or changes in your family dynamics.


Want More Tips on Postpartum and Motherhood?

If you’re navigating the challenges of balancing work, life, and motherhood, I’m here to help you create a plan that actually works for you. For more tips, strategies, and support, follow me on Instagram at @themommyhealer. I share regular posts and stories about managing the ups and downs of postpartum life, self-care, and building a healthier, more sustainable motherhood journey.

Let’s connect and continue supporting each other on this incredible (and sometimes chaotic) journey of motherhood. What’s one thing you’re working on to create more balance in your life? Share with me in the comments—I’d love to hear your tips!