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I was a single parent to my child his entire life. I have experienced many ups and downs that comes everyday with being a single parent. I have learned a lot throughout these years about child support/courts, ways to cope with the daily stress, day care issues, work, ADD, relationships, teenagers, when to compromise and when to not, money issues, discipline issues, etc. I have done an excellent job raising my son who is now on his own and functioning well. I am currently an Executive of my company without any type of degree. My perseverance and strength has gotten me this far in life and work. I learned to understand what I need to focus on in life and what I can`t waste time on, learning to compromise most situations.
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2009-11-05 single parent:
Hi Grace! I think some of the ups would be that you make all the decisions the way you think is right without having to argue your point with the other partner. Probably less stressful when you do
2009-10-10 single mom parenting:
Hi Sarah! You can never stop the grandmom from saying certain words and to tell her to stop would probably do no good. However perhaps next time she says something as "your daddy loves you" I would
2009-09-26 Baby's Last name and my rights:
Hi Denise--- In most states if you are not married to the childs father than both have to agree to change the baby's last name. He can not do that without your permission. He does not get any more
2009-09-25 Single mother of 2 on relationship advice:
Hi Ashley! Be honest with him and tell him how you feel. I am sure it is tough for him to adapt to a ready made family so give him some time. But also sit down and talk to him about it....
2009-09-21 ex girlfriend is polyamorous around my daughter:
Sorry I did misunderstand........And yes you have the right to be bothered.......and I assume if you are in to this type of lifestyle then you could be jealous. I think children should not call every
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