Over a quarter (26 of mums and 60) of children saying they didn't think they saw their dad enough and 38 of the parents said that being a working parent is no longer a lifestyle choice, but instead a financial necessity.
They may have little choice about the need to work, but that doesn't diminish the feelings of parental guilt: just under half (49 of parents saying that disappointing colleagues or their boss made them feel guilty. Only 15 chose under performing at work.
Nearly three-quarters (64 of women and 71) admitting they have felt jealous of their partner for spending more time with the family.
Tamsin Kelly, editor of Parentdish.co.uk, said: "This survey does show just how hard it can be for parents to strike a balance between the need to support their families financially and still enjoy time together as a family.
"It is very sad that so few parents feel they had a local support network of trusted friends or family available to help when a child is ill."
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