7 Money Tips for Single Moms (and the Redbox Code)

The relationship between single moms and money is turbulent. Her struggle to get more to take care of her family seems endless and the more she tries it seems the more illusive it becomes. But a bigger issue with money is how to manage what she has and discover new ways to get a little (or lot) extra.

Here are seven tips for single moms that may make the relationship more agreeable:

7 Money Tips for Single Moms (and the Redbox Code)

The relationship between single moms and money is turbulent. Her struggle to get more to take care of her family seems endless and the more she tries it seems the more illusive it becomes. But a bigger issue with money is how to manage what she has and discover new ways to get a little (or lot) extra.

Here are seven tips for single moms that may make the relationship more agreeable:

Single Moms Are Allowed to Say No

As a single mom, my biggest dilemma has always been determining how to keep my children happy.  I do want to give them the best the world can offer.  But doing it alone can be a tall order.  Much has been said about single parenthood, but one will never know the difficulty unless the person finds herself in exactly that position.  The most difficult thing is trying to be both the mother and father at the same time.

Single Moms Are Allowed to Say No

As a single mom, my biggest dilemma has always been determining how to keep my children happy.  I do want to give them the best the world can offer.  But doing it alone can be a tall order.  Much has been said about single parenthood, but one will never know the difficulty unless the person finds herself in exactly that position.  The most difficult thing is trying to be both the mother and father at the same time.

Who Wants to Be a Single Mom Statistic?

CNN ran a story today about the increase in out-of-wedlock births. The story came on the heels of the newly published statics by the National Center for Health Statistics. The story was lengthy and covered almost all types of single mom households. Some are single mothers by choice, either though artificial insemination or a decision to parent with the partner and not marry. The others are results of “mistakes” due to inadequate or no birth control.

Problems But No Solutions?

Many people sounded off about the “problem” but very few had solutions. I think there are any solutions because we live in a society that prides itself on freedom of choice, displays ever increasing sexual and suggestive viewing material, and has a general breakdown in morals. Celebrities are glorifying single parenthood so it's no wonder the rest of society, especially impressionable girls begin to see no problem with it.

Who Am I to Judge?

I am no one to judge because I am there.

Who Wants to Be a Single Mom Statistic?

CNN ran a story today about the increase in out-of-wedlock births. The story came on the heels of the newly published statics by the National Center for Health Statistics. The story was lengthy and covered almost all types of single mom households. Some are single mothers by choice, either though artificial insemination or a decision to parent with the partner and not marry. The others are results of “mistakes” due to inadequate or no birth control.

Problems But No Solutions?

Many people sounded off about the “problem” but very few had solutions. I think there are any solutions because we live in a society that prides itself on freedom of choice, displays ever increasing sexual and suggestive viewing material, and has a general breakdown in morals. Celebrities are glorifying single parenthood so it's no wonder the rest of society, especially impressionable girls begin to see no problem with it.

Who Am I to Judge?

I am no one to judge because I am there.

Happy Friday - Thriving is Not for the Faint of Heart

This has been a slow week on the blog but a busy week in my life. That doesn't mean that I don't care about you guys. I am very concerned about how all of you are doing.

I got an email from a lady who is having a really rough time with unemployment and custody battles for her kids. It saddens me that so many are struggling. It is a fact of life, but I am a firm believer that things can and will change with a lot of prayer, a plan, and perseverance. A good support network is priceless as well.

 

Survival is the theme of most single moms. Whether it's the struggle to get adequate childcare, a better job, to put food on the table, or a hundred other things, survival is the common element.

 

Too often surviving becomes such a large focus of life that it completely overshadows everything else. What happens when survival is the focus?

Happy Friday - Thriving is Not for the Faint of Heart

This has been a slow week on the blog but a busy week in my life. That doesn't mean that I don't care about you guys. I am very concerned about how all of you are doing.

I got an email from a lady who is having a really rough time with unemployment and custody battles for her kids. It saddens me that so many are struggling. It is a fact of life, but I am a firm believer that things can and will change with a lot of prayer, a plan, and perseverance. A good support network is priceless as well.

 

Survival is the theme of most single moms. Whether it's the struggle to get adequate childcare, a better job, to put food on the table, or a hundred other things, survival is the common element.

 

Too often surviving becomes such a large focus of life that it completely overshadows everything else. What happens when survival is the focus?