Many single moms feel like they carry so much responsibility that there's no room left for the fun parts of parenting. Being a single mother is one of the hardest jobs. Some choose this difficult ...

My friend “Andrea” was at the head of the trend toward a new kind of family. In an earlier post, “On NOT Waiting for Mr. Right,” she shared her perspective as a single woman who was five months ...

The phenomenon of single mothers continues to be a topic of growing interest worldwide, and projections for 2025 suggest that this trend could continue to rise, according to recent research from ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Michelle Stansbury is a San Diego-based travel and parenting writer. Mother’s Day often conjures idyllic images of breakfast in ...

When Monique Doughty got pregnant, she was excited about being a mom. After she realized she would be a single mother, her excitement turned to worry. A conversation with another pregnant single mom ...

Tia Mowry has a question for the internet: “Why do I get backlash for calling myself a single mom?” Recently, the actress received criticism from social media users for describing herself as a single ...

Women raising kids alone say worship can be a lifeline or a logistical burden. Scripture repeatedly calls believers to care for the widow and the orphan. Yet as pews refill post-pandemic, one group ...

If you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking about dating a single mom or you’re currently dating a single mom and want ...

The load of motherhood is enormous, and it seems to be getting larger every year. And when you don't have a partner available to help you during the day, it can become downright untenable. But a ...

A single mom has revealed she’s caught in a battle between her head and her heart. The 31-year-old has two kids, aged 10 and six. For the last five years, it’s been just the three of them. But now, ...