3 tips to help the kids through your break-up

Our Singlemommyhood Community is deeply committed to responsible parenting.  When our adult relationships end, however, pain and confusion challenge even the most dedicated parent. If you’ve been married – or in long-term relationship – there’s no avoiding the impact this break-up will have on your kids. How you begin this difficult break-up conversation with your [...]

Should this single mom give up on love?

We’ve opened many conversations about combining responsible parenting with getting a life. And you’ve let us know – loud and clear – these efforts are far from easy. Whether your kids clash with your boyfriend or you’re grappling with a controlling ex, the road to real love is often a steep climb. So, when this [...]

When your ex and “other woman” welcome their new baby

You’ve let us know the terrible feelings of abandonment many of you experienced when you were pregnant – and broke up. Suddenly left alone to cope physically and emotionally with the 24/7 demands of motherhood, the struggle to keep afloat took every last once of strength. Eventually, despite the hardships, things – slowly – did [...]

Have you ever fallen for a lie?

We get emotional when you share your painful break-up experiences with us.  Admittedly, some of your relationships – like dating a separated guy – were risky. You’re quick to acknowledge that ignoring obvious red flags was your personal choice. And we’re quick to point out that hindsight is always 20/20. Juggling responsible parenting with dating [...]

What happened to the digital souvenirs after your break-up?

Valentine’s Day is over – and some of you are relieved. If you’re in the midst of a painful break-up, or just recovering,  images of happy couples in love are painful reminders. Maybe you’ve agonized over your own relationship “souvenirs,”  especially the photos. We understand.  All of us have grappled with this dilemma.  So, it’s [...]

When your toddler says the D word

Many of you grapple with how to answer questions about an absent dad. We’ve discussed various approaches, such as compiling a Daddy Book. And you’ve generously shared what secrets you keep  (or not) from your kids about an absent parent. Frankly, however, we’ve never discussed how to respond when toddlers — who are raised by [...]

When your boyfriend refuses to help with the kids

  An urgent message from a loyal single mom reader – who follows us via Twitter – grabbed our attention. When she told us how much comfort and inspiration she receives from our Singlemommyhood community – and how desperately she needs your sound advice – we rushed to share her dilemma with YOU. Here’s the [...]

Do you have a storage locker?

We get it: staying organized while juggling so many competing demands is a constant challenge. We’re all trying to organize our living space to accommodate the changes – and occasional chaos – of our everyday lives.  So, when this single mom posed a “home improvement” question, we were confident that you had something to share. [...]

How to survive a dry spell

We recently heard from the single mom of two teenagers about what she refers to as her latest “dry spell.” Her dating life has been up and (mostly) down since her divorce a few years ago. Things didn’t work out with her last boyfriend after she found out that he’d been seeing someone else behind [...]

How do you know when your marriage is over?

When we opened the conversation about married moms who feel like single moms, you candidly shared your frustrations about doing “double duty” as the only emotionally available parent. Still, the prospect of single motherhood can feel terrifying  — we get it. So, when this married mom contacted us for advice, we knew that many of [...]

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