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Confessions of a Single Mum

The ups, the downs and sideways views of life as a single parent

The pros and cons of life as a single parent

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Life as a single parent is at the best of times hard work but it is also very rewarding. Here I have talked to other single parents, as well as my own experience to find out the pros and cons of being a single parent. Being a single parent is lonely Cons - It's lonely, especially if you're not working and the kids are at school or after they have gone to bed. Not everyone has family nearby or friends who understand the situation. You may feel tied to your parenting role and restricted in what ... VIEW POST

Being a single mum is at the best of times hard work but it is also very rewarding. Here I have talked to other single mums, as well as my own experience to find out the pros and cons of being a single mum.

5 Parenting Tips for Mums to Get More Done

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When there is only one parent to do everything, every bit of help is appreciated. Now I'm not suggesting you have to hire a cook, cleaner and gardener, though very tempting, as that isn't financially viable. But there are a few things that I am tackling in my children. Not because I am a power hungry, neat freak overbearing mother, but because it will ultimately help me. Bear in mind though that every child, parent, and situation are unique so these are just ideas that I have found to work or ... VIEW POST

My Top Tips on Coping as a Single Mum

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I am sure I am not the only one who gets asked how to cope with being a single mum, so here are my top tips on how I cope with being a single mum. They helped as much today as they did nearly 10 years ago when I first became a single parent.   Accept there will be good days and bad - it's not just you who will have good and bad days, your children will too. Be as supportive as you can on their bad days and respect the fact they may need to talk about him and the situation. Don't ... VIEW POST

How To Be a Successful Single Mother

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How To Be a Successful Single Mother, or how on earth did I mage that? My youngest is getting ready to go off to Uni. Its a strange feeling as a mother. I am excited for him, scared for him and totally clueless how I will feel once he has gone. Though it's short-lived as will be back for weekends to do his washing. But the fact still the same he is the first one in the family to go to Uni. It has made me think back on how I have brought them both up and I am amazed they have made it this far ... VIEW POST

Mastering the work from home routine as a single mum

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The internet age has opened up a wealth of opportunities for single mums to balance childcare, work and maybe, just maybe, fitting in a little bit of life for themselves into the mix. Being able to work remotely, either for yourself or as a salaried employee, from the comfort of your home while your little bundle of joy plays happily close to hand sounds idyllic.   Unfortunately, the reality does not always live up to the hype, as you attempt to juggle feeding with typing, and become ... VIEW POST

Returning to work after Maternity Leave

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When the time comes to return to work it can be tricky navigating the logistics of working, childcare, family life and actually having some time to yourself. There’s a lot to consider and it might take a while for things to settle into place. There are some things you can do to prepare for your return to work to help ease the transition back!   Think ahead It’s a good idea to start thinking about your return to work with enough time to put a solid plan together with your manager or HR ... VIEW POST