how hard is it to be a young single parent, going to college, work, and maintian good grades?

Answer 1

Impossible, unless you are super-woman!

Answer 2

Speaking from experience, it was very difficult. I spent my mornings at work and afternoons in the books. My kids had very little time with me. I found myself falling into a deep depression and ended up quiting my job, so that I could be with my kids and continue my studies. We later moved in with my parents because I was unable to do it alone anymore. I graduated with good grades, but if I could have done it all over, I wouldn't have gone to college and I would have worked and spent time with my kids. Some things are more important than a high paying job, wich I did not got anyway. I have an MBA and work at a convenience store because it alows me to work around my kids' schedule at school. Don't forget the student loans that have to be paid back as well. I will definitely use my 36 months of deferments.

So, the question you should ask yourself is what am I willing to sacrifice?

Answer 3

Hard but not impossible. I did this as a single mom of 3 kids. Just no time for anything except school work and kids. I took a back pack with all my school books in it everywhere i went, just in case i had a free moment (waiting in lines at the DMV, child falls asleep, etc), also taking it to work, study on breaks or if you have a job that lets you study at work. For example I worked at an overnight shift at a group home. I could study while the clients were sleeping or as a hotel desk clerk, you could do this between guests. Might be worth looking into a job that has that flexibility (just dont mention that in your interveiw lol). Good luck, its soooo worth it.

Answer 4

Well, first you have to think who is going to watch the baby while you are doing all this, then you have to think of getting no sleep. Then pile on when the baby is sick or is colicky.going to the doctor at midnight. You will drain yourself in the process of trying to do it all. You will break down with all the stress that you put on yourself. It wont be good for you or the baby. Now if the child is 3 or 4 then you just need a permanent babysitter foor oyur work and school. If you are pregnant now, I would suggest an adoption. I did with my first son and he is a beautiful little boy. He is now 4 and I get to see him. I am now older and wiser been through college and now have another beautiful boy that is now 4 months old. I am glad I waited. Please consider what I am saying. I have seen alot. I hope this helps.

Answer 5

You are going to be very busy! I am the mother of 2 little boys, ages 4yrs and 11 mos, and am also a student. Thankfully, I am married and my husband has a decent job, so we can scrape by without me having to work as well. But it is still a challenge.
I returned to school when my first son was 7 mos old, and my husband was called up 2 weeks later to go to Iraq.
It was very rough. I had to care for my son, manage the house and the finances (very tight, and needed student loans just to cover daycare; in fact, I still do), and find time to study. So I can empathisize with your situation.
Your support network is crucial. Do you have someone who can care for your child, or will you have to pay for daycare? Do you have someone who can cover in emergencies, like when your child (or you) is ill? When will you spend time with your child? Can you attend college part-time? Do you qualify for state aid?
It can be done, but you will have to have good time management skills, and good interpersonal skills (for the times you cannot find backup, your child is very ill, and you have an exam!).
Good luck!! It may take you longer than you would like, but it can be done, and it will benefit you and your child in the long run.

Answer 6

well INSTEAD OF YOU JERKS WITH NOTHING TO DO BUT BE IDIOTS I will tell you I got pregnant at 18, and i manged to get thorugh the worst part of school girl you just need to keep your haed straight and eye on the goal, theres help out there your school or state should help with day care b/c your a full time student, when the babys young its easy they sleep all the time so that should be no sweat but get a routine bed time with your baby around 8 830 early but babys need that much sleep so dont sweat after you have time to get homework done take those little breaks between classes and study its retains better anyway, and most importantly when ya wanna pull your hair out believe me you will i do just remember your doing this so the both of you will hae a better life and easier finacial time your good women and i honor you for trying itll be a challenge but you can take it and fight good luck

Answer 7

it is hard when my parents got divorced 6 years ago we had nothing my mom was staying with my aunt and going to the police academy and struggling but we made she's dating now and we just brought a 3 story house by herself but its going to be hard and u r going to think about giving up a few times but dont worry just think about after it all the stuff ur going to get and ur children

Answer 8

I'd like to see who would be capable of all of that AND be a GOOD parent at the same time. I agree with whoever said you would have to be Super-Woman.

Answer 9

Been there done that, didn't seem so hard at the time, enjoyed every minute of it. Looking back It was the fact that I enjoyed it that made it possible.

Answer 10

go for it. i'm in the same situation, however i am married. all it takes is determination. don't give up. your children will benefit from your decision to stay in college. there will be times when you want to quit, but the good Lord will make you strong. good luck

Answer 11

When I was young I did that and built my own home. It can be done, but if I did it over I'd do the school part first.