What if you had two kids a single parent and going to school how would you manage that?

Answer 1

Its hard indeed.
There is no way I could help you to plan the details as I have no idea what your schedule is like or the ages of the kids.
But keep this thought in your head.
Either way your going to have 2 kids.
Either way your going to be a single parent.
Do you want to be working at Taco Bell supporting those kids or getting a degree and making better money supporting those kids?
Keep on truckin' honey. It will pay off!

Answer 2

A big applause for everyone that can do it!
Well, I'd either hire an au pair, call your mom for help, or put the kids in the daycare.
I'm a single parent too, also an undergraduate dual major student. I had to extend my graduation date because I have a son. I still plan to go pursue my master degree though.

I put my son in the daycare Monday to Friday 8 to 5 and arrange my class schedule around his feeding time (I'm breastfeeding too!), but I managed to get through a semester.

So I think it's duable, just need a good time management skill and prioritize. I play with my son whenever he's home and do my homework while he's on day care or after he falls asleep at night.

Answer 3

I was 33 yrs old, a single parent of 2 young teenage daughters, and I was taking 4 college courses a semester. I admit that my children probably felt at times that I was ignoring them,because it seemed like I was always doing homework, but I sat them down and explained that I was going to college to be able to provide a better life for them. I was on the Dean's List all 5 semesters that I attended and received my Associates Degree in Accounting in the spring of 1993. It was hard work, but I made it through and so will you. One thing that I will mention to you though, I don't know how old your kids are, but if they are 12 - 18, try not to leave them unsupervised for any length of time and try to really pay attention to what is going on with them and their friends. You don't want them getting into trouble while you are trying to be a single parent and going back to school. I am now 49 yrs old and raising my 12 yr old grandson. My girls are doing good and we have a close relationship. Good Luck and let me know how things go.

Answer 4

This granny was 40 when I went to college, full time and worked full time. I carried a 3.9 gpa, too. Our kids were 2, 3, 4 and 7 then. While I did have support around me and will be eternally grateful for that, I made it primarily because I am a woman So are you, so go for it. Set your agenda everyday and manage your time wisely. Be sure to take time for yourself by your self, no kids allowed. Learn how to say no to those who would try to distract you from your purpose and yourself as well. You have the biggest 2 advantages next to your kids. You are a woman and a MOM.

Answer 5

You would need a very strong support system. It can be done as long as you really want it and are willing to make all the sacrifices that may be required. The good news is that eventually it all pays off. The help of friends and parents can go a long way. If you're in college it's important to understand that research papers and term projects take up a significant amount of time and children need your attention too. I think if you want it bad enough you'll have to put in the sweat, sleepless nights, and exhausted mornings to accomplish your goal. Good luck!

Answer 6

Well, I am a single parent, 4 kids (1 yr old, 3 yr old triplets, 4 year old soon to be adopted child) I am taking online courses as well as running my own business....

I prioritize... first- family, second-business, 3-school. School can always be finished. I need the business to support the Family, and obviously the family comes first.

I hired an au pair to help out this year but before that I did it on my own, it is difficult but it can be done if you really want it to be.

Answer 7

I was a single parent. I had a seven year old son and together we took in a fifteen year old exchange student from Siberia. I wasn't going to school. I was in the military and had to be to work every morning no later than 0630. We managed just fine.

Answer 8

Get a nice girl/boy friend to help you , or go insane.

If you can't find a mate, encourage them to do after school things, and hang out at friends.

And you could all study together, as kids are fine in most kinds of college setting.

Answer 9

I am in the same position, but I have a network of family and friends that help me when I get overwhelmed. It also depends on how old your kids are, mine are teenagers, so that also makes it a little easier. You have to have your priorities in order and be willing to make sacrifices to reach your goals. Good luck!!