Parenting is a long and difficult journey to prepare your kid(s) for independence. As single mothers, this process is much harder and we are here to help.
We’re just honest today – being a single mom really sucks sometimes. As easy as some moms may make it look, there are times when you need someone to help share the load of being a parent. Whether it is emotional or financial, you don’t want to do it alone. When you are sick and only want…
Every child is learning math differently, and this is one of the most important things to keep in mind. But what should you do to help your teen struggling with math at home? Many teens think that they are not smart enough or say that they hate math. And you, as a single mother, may…
Being a Parent, especially a single mom, is already hard enough even when you have a partner (co-parent) to raise your child with. Being a Single Parent means you’ve got harder decisions to make since you’re the only one who can decide. Raising kids can be fulfilling, however, it can also be exhausting. Therefore, here are 6…
Finding a woman that proclaims that they are a proud single mom does not happen every day. I would venture to say that the women I know are harder on themselves than anyone else could ever be. Add motherhood to the mix, and the gates open and the bad press for ourselves multiplies. Take that other…
How Father’s Day Is Celebrated in 15 Countries Around the World: Kaveesh mommy Ever since my kids started going to school, we’ve had to deal with the annual Father’s Day school events. Yes, even though our family’s dad is no longer in the picture. I love the idea of Mother’s and Father’s Day, and I…
Joining the busy single moms club is the hardest thing I’ve ever done on my own. I’ve tried every work-life balance idea you can imagine. Working from home, working nights, and trading off with any number of child caretakers. There will always be the feeling that I’m not doing enough. Life can get overwhelming and isolating, and…
As a busy single mom of three small children, all born within a year of each other, I often get asked how I handle it all. The truth is – I don’t do it all. I run around like a crazy person and still feel like I get nothing done most of the time. I…
The FMLA allows qualified employees to be granted job-secured but unpaid leave for specific family or medical reasons. So what do you need to know about FMLA Leaves for Foster Care? Overview about FMLA for Foster Care Our most important aspect is our family. Adults worldwide have two of the most critical responsibilities: taking care of their…
There are so many times parents wonder why their kids act out. Tantrums and whining are all part of the package. All children have their moments. And parents are left wondering what to do to get their kids to stop acting out and behave. Children often act out at a fundamental level when they are…
We single mothers, by choice or not, really do need all the help we can get. Everywhere we go – online, on the television, at work, at our kids’ schools – people have an opinion about motherhood. I feel that in my life, I do compete with other moms and dads that I perceive to…
Disney Dad is a non-custodial parent that gives gifts and enjoys time with his or her child only during visitation. On the other hand, they leave the other parent takes care of any disciplinary issues. Table of Contents Are You Co-Parenting With A Disney Dad? You probably know where your ex is headed if he is a Disney…
When kids and teens are at school or a college, every parent or guardian wants to believe they are just concerned with their research, books at the library, and assignments. That isn’t always the case, as teenagers are at the point in their growth where sex reigns supreme. They may not be overly concerned with…
There are days where the motivation to be a good mom and keep it all together while staying a proud single mother feels impossible. Every mom at one point – and perhaps even daily – wrestles with challenges that keep her from being her best. During my time these past seven years as a single…
Planning a winter holiday with kids is tricky, but there are some of the best places to go on holiday in December just around the corner from you – you wait and see. Everything is always a little bit more challenging when you’re alone with the kids. There need to be changes, adjustments, and even…
In a previous article, we explored ‘5 Tips On What to Do When You Have Mom Fatigue’. One of the tips was to never be afraid to ask for help. And, that should include from your own parents! It’s very common to see different generations as being somehow different or incompatible beyond basic visits or the…
Any parent has probably had the challenge of having to encourage their kids to eat nutritious foods. Although you may have all the good intentions of maintaining a healthy diet at home, the world is full of a variety of food preferences and diets, so it can be difficult to keep them away from food…
Motherhood embodies a profound voyage brimming with moments of joy, hurdles to overcome, and an array of responsibilities. Yet, for mothers grappling with multiple sclerosis (MS), this journey unfolds with an added layer of intricacy. MS, a chronic autoimmune condition impacting the central nervous system, presents a diverse spectrum of symptoms, including fatigue, muscle weakness,…
As a parent, you want the best for your children. You built a life around providing them with the best you could. One key aspect of raising children is also helping them find an educational path to set them up for success in life. At some point, they’ll fly the coop, and the groundwork you’ve…
We live in the liberal age, where kids get their first smartphone at a very tender age. While there are many advantages that accrue from teenagers accessing the internet, the dangers prevail. In fact, their innocence, naivety, and lack of exposure to real-world problems make them prime targets for most online scams. Whether through online…
If your child’s least favorite subject is math, they aren’t alone. It’s common, and almost expected, for math to be a child’s least favorite subject. We know that math is an incredibly fascinating subject that’s important in day-to-day life, so why is it so boring to learn? It’s because we’re teaching math all wrong. In…
