Being a single mother will have its challenges, beginning with a long nine months of being pregnant. If you are facing the prospect of having a child by yourself, you have many things to take care of as well as look forward to. Enjoy this time as much as you can, by using it to … Read more
Problem solving and conflict resolution for children should begin being taught early on. If you’re a parent of multiple children in your family this becomes clear as it won’t take siblings long at all to become engaged in some type of ‘sharing’ violation with one another. Children of a family with other children almost immediately … Read more
One of the leading problems effecting today’s youth is that of childhood obesity. One of the most important parenting tips that could ultimately save a child’s life is to deal with the problem early and yet with great sensitivity. The truth is that dealing with this delicate parenting issue early may help to save a … Read more
A traditional kids summer camp is one that generally begins in June and continues through August. This type of recreation is a popular activity among children of all ages as it gives them the opportunity to experience new things, meet new people and embark on a journey of independence. With that being said, the following … Read more
Illinois is an interesting mix if rural and city life. No matter where you live in the Land of Lincoln, if you are trying to raise your kids on one income you may find that you need help from time to time. The state offers several programs to help single moms make ends meet and … Read more
A single mom has many things that she needs to juggle during the course of the day. Being the only caregiver to her children, it is often hard for her to get anything done other taking care of them. If the single mom is lucky enough to work at home, the struggle becomes even harder. … Read more
Being a single mom by choice can have its advantages. There are many women out there who have decided to raise kids on their own. It is not always the easiest thing to do, but it can be a very rewarding experience for the mother. First, living independently can build loads of confidence in a … Read more
For many families, the holidays is their favorite time of year. Whether it is Easter and Easter Egg Hunts, Fourth of July and cookouts, or Christmas trees and family decorations. The point is that holidays seem to be the happiest time of the year. That is, until you find yourself, single again and on your … Read more
The economy is bad. It’s no secret. People are losing their jobs, their homes and their credit worthiness at the quickest rate since the Great Depression. Although things aren’t quite as bad as they were then, they can feel much worse, especially if you’re a single mom who’s lost her job. If you’re a single … Read more
Anyone who is a single mom knows that often times we just wish that there was more time in a day so that we could have just a few moments to ourselves or to tend to our own individual wishes. One of the many wishes that a lot of single mom’s experience is either a … Read more