Should this single dad try to date his son’s teacher?

Our Singlemommyhood community is divided over our kids’ use of social media. And that’s OK. Some of you resist your kid’s pleas for a Facebook page. Other parents chose to monitor social media. Recently, we heard from a single dad seeking advice on a dating – or not – dilemma involving his thirteen year-old son [...]

Are teens losing their social skills? We’re worried

Maybe you have a teenager (or more than one?) Maybe you work with teens, or you’ve got teenagers in your extended family. If you have a teen in your life, we’d love to know if you worry about this, too. We’ve chatted about all kinds of kids and technology dilemmas here — including the pros [...]

When your ex’s family stalks you via social media

We know that you’re all about family – and you want your kids for the most part – to share in extended family activities. You’ve let us know – loud and clear – that relationships with extended family – particularly when your ex’s family is involved – can cause heartache and emotional strain. Frankly, we [...]

When Facebook reveals unsettling co-parenting news

We’ve had many conversations about social media and its impact – positive and not so positive – on relationships. You’ve told us that it’s not unusual to Google your ex . And you’ve alerted us about just how easily Facebook allows our past to catch up with us unexpectedly. So, when this loyal single mom [...]

Is your kid begging you for a Facebook page?

When Rachel told me that she knows many tweens who have Facebook pages, I was baffled. After all, Facebook has strict age requirements — – you must be age 13 or older to get an account. So, I wondered: are these kids lying about their ages?  Or are their parents allowing them to bend the [...]

Happy Father’s Day, Part II

If you missed our first Father’s Day shout out to dads, please read about these amazing fathers here. Our list keeps growing, and we’re so proud to introduce you to: John from Single Parent Travel: One of these days, we will pack our bags and board that single parent cruise with you. After all, you [...]