2006-09-15 19:45:24 · 8 answers · asked by Bax D 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
As a child of a single parent, it was always hard growing up because my mom was always working, and didn't have much time/energy to spend on us 2 boys. She loves us and has done everything in her power to raise us up well, but it's so hard to balance supporting the family and providing the support the kids need. I was around 10 when my parents divorced. A bit older and it might not be as hard because kids are more independent.
2006-09-15 19:47:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not a single parent, but just wanted to say how much respect I have for any single parent who is trying to make it...My sister was, and she had a rough time....Has to be so hard to work, and be a good parent, they must get exhausted being the sole caretaker most of the time, and if dealing with a dead beat ex, the mom or the dad, most of the time are doing it on one paycheck or the person works two jobs...Thankful I am not one of them, and my hat goes off to any single parent who is trying to make it today....
2006-09-15 19:50:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
everything is a challenge.. i have twins... i work 12 hrs nights.. so i need baby sitters both day and night.. my family all chipped in but after 2 years and i am still single they all grow weary.. there is no way i can afford day care.. and working a second job is out of the question... keeping the house clean..? it gets fly bys and picked up but never really cleaned.. spending quality time with my kids all together and individually... finding time to wash two sinks full of dirty dishes.. finding time to work out so i'm not so fat.. and can keep up with my kids.. finding time to sleep so i can just re charge... oh and mowing the darn yard so your neighbors don't give you dirty looks everytime you are outside.. leaving for work or just coming home...
after 2 years the only suggestion i have is.. one person can only do so much.. do what i can.. and the heck with the rest of it.. best way is not to end up single.. i had no choice in it.. but some do..
forget dateing.. and a single guy with kids.. never has sex again..lol i have heard this is not such a challenge for single women.. but to all the single parenting women and men out there.. my hat is off to you... and this buds for you..
2006-09-15 19:58:40 · answer #3 · answered by terryshawn1975 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its hard.I never wanted to do it alone but life is messy.I have had to become a lot harder on the kids.They tried at first to push me around and I got tired of that so then I had an alter ego show up that we all call psycho mom.If I get to the Psycho mom place they know Its getting serious.I don't hit them but I "get all up in their face" as they would say.Then stuff starts becoming my property,like PlayStation,phones and now a car.We have a great relationship.they just push a little harder than when their dad was around.
2006-09-15 19:56:54 · answer #4 · answered by kelliekareen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Money was a huge barrier. I had to have help from family and friends. Having to depend on others was difficult.
2006-09-15 19:49:01 · answer #5 · answered by Monkeygirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to make sure you are ready, it is not easy , by your slef, you have it all to do. and it takes a very strong person, to be able to do it . you need help from family and friends. think long and strong befor trying this. two parents make it better for you and your child.
2006-09-15 19:50:36 · answer #6 · answered by fredadover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's the hardest job you'll ever do...unless you can stay home...working and being super mom is tough and there is no time for you , ever. You lose your friends and social life and every dime you have goes for providing for your child. don't do it!
2006-09-15 19:49:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had to face holding down two jobs 500.00 rent a babysitter and playtime with my baby. not an easy task to do all by yourself.
2006-09-15 19:49:28 · answer #8 · answered by shelly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋