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Help for single parents
Help for single parents

The responsibilities of a single parent can be overwhelming. As you raise your family alone, you are striving to meet your children’s needs as well as your own.

People who have struggled with this challenge offer the following suggestions:

  • Unburdening helps lighten the load.Talk over your concerns with a caring family member or friend.
  • If you are able to forgive, you set an important example for your children.Take some time to grieve and let go of the past.
  • If you face challenges with a positive attitude, your children will learn by your example to do the same.


Focus on what you can do
Set goals
Let others help
Talk about your situation
Take time for your children
Communicate effectively
Spend time together