Choice mom worries about “daddy” role models

Because both of us have raised our kids as solo moms, we relate to many dilemmas that choice moms face, such as: how do I find a male role model for my child? Some of you have told us how fortunate you feel when a sweet grandpa or a loving uncle  makes  spending time  time [...]

Dating as a solo mom?

Over the holidays, we heard from the choice mom of a toddler who wrote to tell us about her resolution for 2011: to start dating again. (Cheers!) She decided to become a single mom by choice at age 40, and thanks to a donor, she now has an energetic, adorable son who started preschool this [...]

Choice Moms, and a book give away!

Welcome to the second series of our book contest! (If you missed our first post, please go here).  One of YOU will win the complete set of the following books: 1. How to Sleep Alone in a King-Sized Bed by Theo Nestor 2. Just You and Me, Kid by Stacey MacGlashan 3. Mamalita, by Jessica [...]

Please help an aspiring solo mom make a BIG choice

It has been exciting to meet so many Choice Moms this month. We’ve also heard from quite a few single women — who’ve been lurking here — as they think about the possibility of becoming mothers. We’re honored that these potential “donor shoppers” are coming to Singlemommyhood for advice as they imagine the possible reality [...]

Are you a choice mom?

Despite our solo mom status, we’ve got much to learn about the special challenges choice moms face. No topic is “off limits” in our Singlemommyhood community: from where to hide the sex toys to how to manage breastfeeding and a career, we’re ready to lead the conversation. We genuinely applaud women who’ve decided to become [...]