Why do so many people respond to the needs of single moms but not to the needs of single fathers?

Answer 1

I was raised by a single father.

Answer 2

Most likely because of old stereotypes. It seems the idea of a single father isn't in the forefront and too many people don't realize there is a need out there for support.

If you're in that situation, perhaps you can start a movement of some kind to shed some light on the subject. Alec Baldwin is starting a campaign to bring to light that too many non-custodial parents are alienated from their kids by custodial parents. Some of the things he said were things many of us didn't realize were happening.

Look into how you can get the subject some air time and see what you can do to change the climate. Wouldn't it feel good to know you were able to help change things?

Answer 3

Some people do believe men are made of stone and can handel anything. But I assure you all single moms dont get any help. I didn't when I was single and as hard as it was to raise my 2 kids by my self I wouldn't go back. It made me a stronger person and I am proud of how I did. Yeah the help would have been nice but I was fine with out it and learned alot. As for you men out there I think that more of you should bring this to peoples attention. Times are changing and people need to realize that women aren't the only single parent now and days. I do wish you the best.

Answer 4

My understanding is that it's harder to become a mom than it is to become a father, or what I call "sideline coach". This is where the line ends on being equals. Mother's are definitely far more superior in this category.

The question is why are some single parents are favored over others. Before "equality" issues were raised over paycheck differences between men and women, moms were underpayed, overworked and abandoned by dead beat father's who ran off without a second thought about their children. Obviously it was concluded men don't care about their children. Someone, somewhere had to do something because father's weren't.

Only recently, men are forced to meet their obligations to the state regarding children they have fathered. Making father's responsible for their offspring(s) leaves a smaller debt for society to have to pay. (just like pet owners/overcrowded animal shelters where unwanted pets are dumped).

That old saying "it takes a village to raise a child" is slowly becoming "It takes a father to RAISE a child". So do your part and raise the child, you didn't suddenly become a single father.

Happy Mother's Day Moms

Answer 5

I am a single father and many people have responded to my needs. Its just who is on at that time to help out.

Answer 6

You're a guy. And guys just simply suck it up, and carry on.

The majority of single moms, got that way without getting married. The majority of single dads, are usually divorcee's. And not considered to be "helpless baby factories".

You won't see a man raising 10 children from 10 differant mothers. But you will see a woman raising 10 children from 10 differant men. Who needs the help the most?

There are many groups/websites that can give you advise and contacts. Check them out.

Sadly, when the US gave women "equal rights" they forgot to include the "right" to be held to the same standards as men when it comes to a divorce.

Answer 7

If I knew some I would.I always compliment the guys when I see them out by themselves with the children. And I tell them how nice it is to see that there are still a few good fathers out there and to keep up the good work. And that they are setting good examples for the their sons./daughters.I can say that I give credit where credit is due.No matter where I'm at I always make it my business to stop and tell them how nice it is to them out with the kids & I would like to see more men taking on the responsibility to be good fathers by spending time with the kids giving mom a break.I know just by doing that I have made his day.

Answer 8

i often wonder that myself. i was raised by my dad from the age of 6 on. my mother never paid child support, helped with school clothes, and barely even did a visitation. it was SO hard for my dad to get any kind of help. i think it's because of old stereotypes. are you a single dad raising kids, or just a single dad?

Answer 9

that is a good question, but I see times are a changing, at least in some states, it is becoming more equal when people divorce.....it's not always assumed that the mom will have custody, more shared time and more shared custody etc...if you are a single dad, keep plowing away and kudos to you!!!!

Answer 10

because the father have something that hangs down.