Fundamentals

Single Parenting has been on the rise dramatically over the past 3 decades; and it’s still on the increase. Once upon a time it was often looked down at as a matter of limited values, and on occasion as the result of romantic tragedy. Today society sees it a lot more realistically, and acknowledges […]

One of the main challenges that face single parents is child care. The vast majority of single parents need to work and as a result they need to find suitable care for their child. If the child is a baby or toddler it can be a bit more difficult than a child that is […]

Are you single? Interested in dating? Too busy trying to raise children? It’s so unfair because every year, almost two and a half million people become single. Statistically, most people married which last about ten years and have children, and then discovered that dating with children posed a challenge.

There are many of you facing […]

The story of one man’s adoration for his mom.
Everyone thinks their mom is the Greatest Mom in the History of the World. When I was a child, my friends always used to try to claim that their mom was the best, and a scuffle would break out. I would just stand to the side […]

Little Carrie and Johnny are at war and are about to launch WWIII, your fool-proof casserole is burning and your child support delinquent ex is on the phone demanding visitation rights even though he hasn’t sent one red cent in child support in the last six months. Does this sound like a typical day […]

Here are the last 10 secrets of success as a single mother.
11. Learn from mistakes. What good are mistakes if you don’t learn from them? They are bound to come up again if you don’t correct the problem the first time. There are some things that are hard to grasp the first time around […]

1. Pick your battles. With the kids, over clothes, food, bath time, and friends; with your Ex over child support, child rearing, and visitation; with Public Service Agencies over paperwork, caseworker attitudes, benefits. Finally with your extended family over living up to their expectations and holidays.
2. Prioritize your life. Decide on five important areas […]

What is your definition of a “Good Mother?” Is it someone who makes up for affection by purchasing every toy in the store for your child? Or is it a simple gesture like giving your child a hug every once in a while and saying I Love You?
Children don’t require much to feel loved. […]

Basic Tips
1. Communicate with your babysitter, nannies or au pair, mother’s help to keep up-to-date.
Make as much time as possible to talk to your child care provider. If you can keep the lines of communication open beyond the rush, you’ll have a much better feeling about your child’s development and well being.
2. Don’t get […]

If your child is approaching the age of two, your life is about to change dramatically. I know, your life already has changed dramatically, but you’re about to enter a whole new level of, well, frustration and despair. Luckily, the difficulties only last for about two years………..sigh. Well, to help you out, let me […]