There is no doubt that being a parent, particularly a single mother, is the hardest thing I've ever done.
It's extremely rewarding to be a mother to my son, but it's also tiresome to care for my family on my own. However, with God and my amazing support system, I have been able to make it and decided to create Simple Solutions for Single Moms Series.
Starting March 4th, I will be posting simple household solutions for single moms. These solutions are things I've learned through trial and error during my 6 years as a single mom. With time and money at a premium, it's important that you create systems and routines to create a sense of stability for your child and sanity for you. More often than not when I read blogs or books written for moms, there's an assumption of a husband or partner in the home who can help. It's definitely time for something specifically for those of us parenting alone.
If you are a single mom reading this, I hope you will share your thoughts in the comments. My hope is to create a community where we can learn and grow together. And if you have ideas for issues you'd like for me to address, feel free to email me. I realize that each of us have our own experiences and needs. Whatever your situation, I pray that you find this helpful.
I am looking forward to reading these post. I must agree being a single parent is the hardest job I ever had, and it gets harder each day.
ReplyDeleteYay! And if you have any topics you'd like to see, let me know.
DeleteI would love to read this also. Although, I am not a single mom, I certainly feel like it. My husband, who would help if he could, is not home during the week (including Saturdays) much because of his LONG hours. So, raising these 5 children, cleaning and cooking are all on me. When he does come home, I am blessed to have at least a sympathetic hug from him after telling him about my day, but it doesn't get anything done.
ReplyDeleteHi Alicia, I hope that this series is helpful for you as well! Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteA friend forwarded me your post. I've been a single mom for over three years now and I look forward to following the series. I, too, have longed for a community of women who are in my same situation. Thanks for providing it!
ReplyDeleteHi Jenni! Thanks for stopping by. I'm excited to build this community with you!
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ReplyDeleteLaila, You are providing much needed solutions for a very deserving audience. I look forward to referring you to all my friends, family and networks who would benefit from your expertise! xo
ReplyDeleteThrilling! I'm not single, but my husband has been deployed for 3 years, so I feel like it (we've only seen him about 6 weeks in three years, and we've still got 7 months to go). I look forward to reading it and what others contribute. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm a soon-to-be single mom (8 more weeks) and I need all the help I can get. There isn't a lot out there for single moms and I'm tired of all the "For Dad" tips on my apps... I'm looking forward to your blog and the helpful tips to come!!
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