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Recent Single Parents Blog Posts

Making Changes as a Single Parent

by Monica Garrett

05 Feb 2010 08:55 AM

Making life changes are hard for most people. Add to that being a single parent and it is no wonder that many parents stress over big decisions. Every decision we make as single parents affects the lives of our children.

Valentine's Day for Single Parents

by Monica Garrett

03 Feb 2010 12:14 AM

Is Valentine's Day only for lovebirds? I don't think so. Should single parents be frustrated with being single on a day that focuses so heavily on couples? I hope not. I think that Valentine's Day can be a fun day for us and our children.

My Son's Father

by Monica Garrett

22 Jan 2010 02:58 AM

Since my son was born he has only seen his dad one time. We ran into him at a local event when my son was just over a year old. Tonight, we ran into him again. My son's father held him for the first time. I'm not sure how I feel about everything that just took place.

A Single Mother's Struggle

by Monica Garrett

21 Jan 2010 09:02 PM

For most of my life, I didn't think I would be a parent. I lived the single life to the best of my ability during my twenties. I was 28 years old when I found out that I was pregnant. I wasn't married to my son's father and knew that we would not build a life together.

A Week of Runny Noses

by Monica Garrett

14 Jan 2010 01:36 PM

The past week has been a struggle. It seems to me that it would be difficult for any parent to care for a sick child. The child doesn't feel well and is irritable and sad. It is inconvenient for moms to be sick. Moms do a lot in any household and being sick can be a struggle.

Mothers Make Mistakes

by Monica Garrett

13 Jan 2010 06:04 PM

Let's face it. We are all human and we all make mistakes. Mothers may be, in the eyes of their children, superheroes, and single mothers seem to have even bigger shoes to fill. Our children look to us for answers, advice and knowledge.

The Importance of a Will for Single Parents

by Monica Garrett

09 Jan 2010 06:51 AM

The single most important thing that a single parent can do to protect his or her child's future is to execute a will. Although we want to think that we will be around for our children, it is important to choose a guardian for them in the event of our demise.

Being a Single Mom without Child Support

by Monica Garrett

28 Dec 2009 10:16 PM

I know that being a single parent is hard for both moms and dads who go at it alone. Add to that the lack of child support and it seems to be a losing battle. I am sure there are single parents out there who are very successful and are able to care for their children without financial concern.

The Challenges of Being a Single Mother

by Monica Garrett

18 Dec 2009 05:43 AM

Being a mother is something that I love. However, it isn't something I always knew would happen. I spent my teenage years swearing I would never have kids. It wasn't until I was in my late twenties that I even considered motherhood.

The Decision to Become a Single Mother

by Monica Garrett

11 Dec 2009 01:58 PM

My son is the best thing to ever happen in my life. It wasn't an easy decision to become a single mother. I did it because it was what was best for my son. His father didn't want to be involved in his life.



Recent Blog Comments
 
Monica Garrett says...

"While that is an excellent suggestion, he hasn't made any effort since accidentally seeing my son."

In My Son's Father

Michele Cheplic says...

"That's a tough call."

In My Son's Father

Monica Garrett says...

"That is so true, Michele."

In A Week of Runny Noses


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