2006-07-19 04:44:32 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
It is tough sometimes, yet easier in other ways. I don't know how my child will feel, she's too young to express that yet. It's hard when you don't have anyone to share responsibilities with, or take over when you get frustrated with things. But it's nice to be the only one making the rules instead of fighting with someone about how things are going to be done. I feel bad that my child doesn't have a full time father, but she does have plenty of family that loves her to death.
2006-07-19 04:51:57 · answer #1 · answered by angelbaby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Basically, it would be tough for the single parent be it a father or mother. Just imagine that the single parent have to be in dual role and it is not easy. I have see a few single parents nearly give up their children after finding it unable to cope with both the work and the task of looking after children.
I think the first thing that the child will ask the parent is where is their father or mother depending on the situation especially when they go to school. Children tend to compare with each other when they are young. When grow older and become sensible, they will realised how hard their single parent worked for them and I believed they will appreciate the love given by their parent(either father or mother). That's why i always have high respect for those single parents coz my uncle singlehandedly brought up three kids himselfand he passed away before his kids have the chance to repay the love he given them for the past 10 to 15 years.
2006-07-19 19:28:22 · answer #2 · answered by Clown & Joker 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have been a divorced, single, parent for over 10 yrs. Is it tough?? It depends on your definition of tough. Financially, it can be tough when there are things you wish you could do for your children, but financially you are unable. The child should not feel anything negative by being raised in a single parent household. I have one child who is autistic, and the only thing we see from their dad is a check, which is fine. He has no other involvement in their lives, which at one time saddened them, but now that they haven't seen him in over 4yrs, they are older, and realize it's not their fault that he's not around, but it is his loss, because he really has two great boys to be proud of, but I am the mom, and I am allowed to brag on my kids. I do not let my children see me stressed if at all possible. I have no family in Alabama, and I refuse to move home to Nashville where my parents are...why??? Because I know I am strong enough to raise my boys on my own, and so far, in ten yrs, I have done a pretty good job. Like I said, financially it can be tough, emotionally, sure there are those times when you think you want time alone, but actually, I am glad I don't. If I want alone time, I go to my bedroom, and they watch TV or play games. They have their own sports outlets, and we play paintball together, well, against each other. I love being a single parent, and my kids do not feel any different or any less loved than one with both parents.
2006-07-19 06:15:23 · answer #3 · answered by thedothanbelle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure it is tough being a single parent..been there done that. The child will be fine as long as you are there for the child. Make sure the child knows he/she knows that they are loved. If the child can see the other parent would be great too..it would give you some time also. My daugther sees her dad now but for about 2 yrs she didn't and she is turning out fine. Good Luck!!!
2006-07-19 04:59:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That all depends on if the single parent is constantly putting down the other part of his heritage ( mom or dad) If they have to constantly listen to one cutting the other down its horable for the kid. BUT if its just being a single parent- I believe a single parent can give a child a very happy and normal life!! He may feel a little weird on parent teacher day BUT now a days its very very common so they will not be alone in this! Much more acceptable now than it qwas many years ago!!!! Just love them and be there for them and all will be well!
2006-07-19 09:23:00 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my dad is a single parent, has been since i was 3 (i'm 20 now). I think it was very tough. After my mom left, I was very upset, and I felt bad for my dad because he had to but in twice as much effort. I'm not really bitter about it anymore though, happy actually,my mom sucks, I would have hated having her around the house while I was growing up. But yeah, it is hard work for everyone.
2006-07-19 04:49:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's times it's tough and times it's not. I am always open with my children as far as if there is anything they want to talk to me about and it has only come up a few times they seem to be fine with it sometimes they miss their father but for the most part they know I'm there for them 24/7 and love them very much and that's all that matters to them.
2006-07-19 08:36:58 · answer #7 · answered by kay2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be a little tougher as far as money goes. on the other hand you will be way closer to your child. your child will miss the other parent, but as long as you make sure your child knows you will listen & try to understand his/her problems
2006-07-19 05:40:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋