I am single mom struggling to make a better life for my children.I am in school but have a way to go. I am trying to fit all the pieces to the puzzle of my life together.How did you do it all-job,school,childcare,love-life,etc......
2006-07-20 08:19:48 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
I would love to hear your sucess stories career choice etc.....
2006-07-20 08:25:03 · update #1
I am 24 years old with three children one of which is autistic.
2006-07-20 09:03:41 · update #2
I have been a single mom from day one with no financial help from dad. You just keep plugging along, and teaching your children that as my six year old tells everyone "its not all about money, its about love". I only have one, so hats off to you for having three and going to school. Sometimes the pieces don't fit togethor until they are ready to. Us single moms don't get enough help, or encouragement from those around us. I think people think we can do it all, because we are so strong. No one is a single mom by choice, and I don't know what I'd do if I had someone to help, or someone to let me run to the store by myself, or go to the bathroom without a little one running in, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. Keep going, the puzzle will get closer to fitting everyday. You can do it!
2006-07-21 22:33:34 · answer #1 · answered by Susan C 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was a single mother for along time until I found someone to except me and my child three years ago. Beleive it or not and many may say what they want, but I had my first child at the age of 11 I am now 24. No my mom did not kick me out, but it was very hard I was still in middle school. I remeber many mornings crying to myself because I did not know what to do or how I was going to do it. You just have to give HIM all the faith and glory, HE will make a way no matter what you are going through. My daughter is now 12 and I just had a baby nine months ago. GOD kept me in his wings and I thank him so much. I thought it was the end of the world for me. I am now going to college trying to start a career in Business. I went through so much. I am still here in good health and spirit. No one can help no more than HIM Just pray and he will fix it. GOD does everything for a reason he knows the path you will take it is already written. Just keep your head up and stay strong don't let anyone or anything disturb your sane mind. Some will come into your life who will love you and all your beautiful children. You will see it will be alright.
2006-07-20 09:21:07 · answer #2 · answered by demanda01 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not a mother but I was raised by a single mother. The best thing I could tell you is to keep doing what your doing and even though at times it will be a bumpy ride, your children will love you no matter what you do and will also see the hard work you have done to better yourself and them. My mother raised four children on her own and while making it by working three jobs and was unable to go to school or attend some of our after school activities, I still appreciate all that she did for us and I couldn't ask for anything else. So keep it up you are already a hero to your kids!!!!
2006-07-20 09:29:51 · answer #3 · answered by bunny03 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its a tough road huh? :) youll be ok honey. My mom raised me and my sister alone from the time we were 2 and 3. It must be so tough. My mom did anything she could to make ends meet. I respect her now because I can see how hard she worked for us. You child(ren) may not realize this for a long time but they will, and theyll love you so much for it. Good for you that youre in school :) Thats the way to do it, Keep your head up, everything will come together, it always does somehow :) I also believe everything happens for a reason. Like how your child is special needs, there awesome kids. I hope everthing works out for you hun! Dont let life get the better of you, you can do it! :)
2006-07-20 15:43:58 · answer #4 · answered by Audra 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you are doing good by staying in school and in case you plan on going to college thier is certain advantages for young moms like you can get in college for very cheap if not free.
If you have a job and are having trouble getting someone to watch the child you should try and find a daycare and some daycares do give young mothers discounts so if you contact a daycare always ask about if thier is a discount since your a young mom.
Since your a young mom here is a good site for you to go to so you can meet other young moms, the first link is to the actual site and the second is to the teen mommies board and thrid is to the teen pregnancy board
http://www.justmommies.com/boards/index.php
http://www.justmommies.com/boards/index.php?showforum=36
http://www.justmommies.com/boards/index.php?showforum=176
2006-07-20 08:40:33 · answer #5 · answered by Chrissy_Lynn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have three children was single up until about 1 year ago now i am married to a great man. Just keep doing what your doing it will get better you will get a routine and things will fall into place. From the sounds of it you dont need to much help you seem like you have it pretty much together.
2006-07-20 08:30:57 · answer #6 · answered by sunnyday 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The key is to accept help whenever it is offered to you...
Work your butt off and save every penny that you can. Remind your children every day that you love them and that you're very busy because you're trying to give them the best life possible.
Take time each day for yourself. Its very easy to overlook ourselves being that our main focus becomes our children and work. But offer yourself the opportunity for stress relief as often as it will allow. If a friend offers to watch the kids, allow them to. Then go for a walk or take a nap or a long hot bath with your favorite book...
The main ingredient in being a successful single mom... dont let your goals slip away from you. You can achieve anything...
Best of luck and keep your chin up!
2006-07-20 08:27:28 · answer #7 · answered by camoprincess32 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not a mother, but I really respect you for bettering your own life by going to school and by being so concerned about giving your children a wonderful future. Congratulations to you. You should be very proud of yourself, hang in there.
2006-07-20 08:28:29 · answer #8 · answered by guitar4peace 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i've been there. when i look back and wonder how i did it....i don't know. you're exhausted, theres not enough time, you might feel guilty, stressed, money problems galore but, sister, you are doing the best thing for yourself! SCHOOL! in the long run thats going to guarantee better times for you and your little family. keep your head up, don't give up and be proud!
2006-07-20 16:17:39 · answer #9 · answered by Lacey g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello again!
I answered your Autism question.
I too am a single mother.
There is so much I could tell you.
BE STRONG AS YOU ALREADY ARE!!!
Pray, meditate or however you choose to get in touch with the higher power.
P.S. I'm also a Domestic Violence survivor!!!
ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE IF YOU BELIEVE
IF YOU CAN CONCEIVE IT - YOU CAN ACHIEVE IT
2006-07-20 09:41:28 · answer #10 · answered by ♥Saffron♥Daydream♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋