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 [...]

Can I live with Dad?

“Can I live with Dad?” When solo moms in our Singlemommyhood hear this question, they often feel confused — and respond with stunned silence. We understand. These “daddy questions” are among the most perplexing. (Of course, we also understand that many loving dads face the same difficult questions about an absent mom. ) You’re not [...]

What’s the right thing for this single mom to do?

We’re big Facebook fans. But we know that sticky situations can arise from Facebook.  After all, we’ve commiserated with a single mom whose ex unexpectedly contacted her via Facebook. We’ve also admitted to one another that we’ve done a bit of snooping, and we’ve vigorously debated about posting kids’ pictures – or not. When this [...]

Do you worry about your father-less son?

When we read this recent, emotional post by Los Angeles Single Mama –“What A Boy Wants, What A Boy Needs…” — we just knew that we HAD to share it with you. This thoughtful single mom — like many of you — is raising her son alone, without the involvement of this father. (Count Dr. [...]

When you miss your child’s father

A single mom blogger whom we adore has reached out to us for some advice, and although we responded briefly by email, we know that YOU probably have a lot to say on this one (you usually do and we love this about you!). So, thank you to The Restless Mama for letting us share [...]

Grieving an absent parent?

“My son hasn’t seen or heard from his father in more than three years,” begins an email we recently received from a single mom. “I’ve always told my seven year old son that his dad moved away and I didn’t know where he went,” this moms goes on. “Truthfully, I knew that he moved in [...]

Does my kid need therapy?

“I’m writing to ask for some advice about my six-year-old son. I think he might need to see a therapist,” began an email we recently received from a single mom. She went onto say that her son has always been melodramatic and assertive — but she’s concerned  his behavior is getting out of control.  He’s [...]