Should this single mom file for child support?

Our conversations about child support – or lack of it – get some of us really riled up.  Skyrocketing costs and a shaky job market make it tough to provide just the necessities – we get it. So, when a fellow single mom blogger  – who prefers to remain anonymous – contacted us recently with [...]

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 [...]

When you Google your ex

“I need a single mama intervention.” That’s how an urgent message began recently, via our Facebook page. We read this single mom’s note right away, and nodded our heads as we understood how emotional she was. We’ve been there, and we have a feeling that many of you will relate, too. Here’s what happened: When [...]

When your parents demand you confront the bio-dad

Relationship drama is nothing new here. Still, when we received this message from a solo mom, we gasped. Frankly, we wondered how she would ever sort out this complicated situation — especially since her parents are intent on running the show. As always, we’re counting on your wisdom and experience to help this mom sort [...]

When you barely know your baby’s bio-dad

  We’ve talked often about the emotional trauma of breaking up when you’re pregnant. You’ve let us know that ending a relationship during such a vulnerable time — whatever the reason — is a terrible blow. Sadly, the pain and confusion often persist — and can leave open some serious questions about what’s best for [...]

Co-parenting (sort of) with your former in-laws

A devoted solo dad told us recently about a perplexing issue with his former in-laws. We’re not even in touch with the extended families of our kids’ bio-dads — so, we’ve got no experience to share. But, we’re always thinking about how complicated family relationships can be. So, we’re eager to get your take on [...]

What does this absent ex really deserve to know?

  A loyal single mom reader wrote to us recently to give us her relationship status report. It’s always great to hear good news: she has been in a committed relationship for the past year. Now, she and her boyfriend are making long-term plans. In short, this means: This single mom has decided to relocate [...]

Does your co-parenting plan include overnights?

We’ve shared many difficult conversation about co-parenting. Many of you have told us — emphatically — that you would prefer NOT to co-parent. Some of you have candidly revealed that cooperative co-parenting can be sabotaged when one of you remarries. Our conversations about child support have been just as honest. When we asked about your [...]

What’s your child support status?

A single mom friend recently posted  a comment on Facebook that hit us hard. As experienced solo moms, we understand the challenge she faces. Frankly, we applaud her pragmatism. Nonetheless, we also understand exactly what it feels like to conclude reluctantly that — somehow — “the system” just does not work. Here’s what this single mom [...]

When a solo mom would prefer NOT to co-parent

A solo mom who recently followed us on Twitter contacted us with some questions about her toddler’s future relationship with his father. We applaud this spunky mom’s candor and foresight. But, we’re just not sure how best to cope with this particular co-parenting (or not) challenge. Here’s what this solo mom shared with us: “My [...]

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