Single Motherhood

No one said motherhood would be easy. For Adiba Nelson, the journey to parenthood started with a big bang and continues with a breakdown (or two) and several “why?” questions for God.

In We Got This, 75 solo mom writers tell the truth about their lives—their hopes and fears, their resilience and setbacks, their embarrassments and triumphs. Some of these writers’ names will sound familiar, like Anne Lamott and Elizabeth Alexander, while others are about to become unforgettable. Bound together by their strength, pride, and—most of all— dedication to their children, they broadcast a universal and empowering message: "You are not alone, solo moms—and your tenacity, courage, and fierce love are worthy of celebration."

This is part two of the original Single Motha Chronicles. As life happens, I plan on inviting you in to see what my life is like....

Your partner’s sperm and your egg have met up and become one, forming your baby. Together, we’ll follow your baby’s journey from your fallopian tubes to the day it burrows into your endometrium, or uterine lining. In 9 Months Until Forever: First Time Moms, Book Two, your partner, yourself, and I will discover all about your baby’s changing body as it goes from zygote to blastocyst to embryo to fetus. We’ll learn all about the changes that your body will go through from month to month, and, oh! Is there so many!

Are You a Christian parent looking to overcome your doubts in raising a special needs child with faith? Are the challenges of raising your special needs child becoming overwhelming? What if you had the information you need to reduce your stress, reduce anxiety, and walk by faith? Parenting is never an easy job, especially if you have a special needs child. However, with this audiobook you can conquer the doubts of raising a special needs child with faith, hope, prayer and love.

The end of the world begins as literal fire rains down from the heavens. Ancient gods are released from their prison, eager to reestablish their long-lost power. But Rachel Deneuve has bigger, more contemporary concerns than a divine war. Her son Adam is in the middle of a fight against leukemia, and Rachel would much rather battle cancer than gods. But when humans begin picking sides and fighting escalates, their home in Baltimore becomes a war zone.

When MaryAnne Howland's son was turning 13, she organized a "Black Mitzvah" rite of passage celebration for him. Max is one of the one-in-three children in America being raised without a father in the home. Among African Americans, that number is reported to be as high as 72 percent. To help fill the father-shaped hole in Max's life as he transitioned from boyhood to manhood, MaryAnne invited four men from different corners of her life - an engineer, a philanthropist, a publisher, and a financial planner - to become Max's mentors.

Ella was eight months pregnant when she excitedly signed the lease agreement for her new apartment. Little did she know that alongside postpartum depression, she would have to deal with harassment, discrimination, retaliation, violation of her tenant rights, and wrongful eviction at the hands of a malicious landlord. This is Ella’s honest account of her struggles to cope with the stress of fighting to keep a roof over her and her infant daughter’s heads. Single Moms Aren't Stupid details the shocking, inspiring events that propelled her journey to become a tenant advocate.

Hundreds of thousands of fans flock to the PTWM blog and Facebook page purely because Rachaele is genuine and incredibly honest and has created a supportive online community where parents (and non-parents) can go for respite. Her message is clear: not everyone is a perfect mum with a nice house, a steady marriage and 2.5 children. We lead messy, complicated lives. For Rachaele, blogging is about shining a light on very real ups and downs (from having fun with your beautiful kids and watching them grow to meltdowns, domestic violence, bullying and more).

You may feel lonely, abandoned, overwhelmed, and ill-equipped in your life as a single mother, but you are not alone on this journey. God is with you, and if you are willing, he will help you build a strong home and legacy for your family. As a former single mother, Michelle Lynn Senters understands you could use a little soul nourishment. In The Unseen Companion, she explores the 10 needs every single mother has and asks, "God, where are you in this?"

The life of a single mom is marked by a unique set of challenges and difficulties that require immense strength and resilience to overcome. While every single mother’s journey is distinct, there are common threads that weave through their experience. It’s a reality that many single moms know all too well—the constant struggle to find balance, while feeling like you’re always running out of time and energy.

Being a single mother has its ups and downs. I enjoy being there every day watching my children grow, have fun, learn, and most importantly apply what they are learning. I can't/won't take all of the credit when it comes to molding them as it takes a village and I'm grateful for mine.

At 32 years old, the recently married author found herself suddenly surrounded by babies, and the expectation of family and friends that she would soon have one herself. Altman’s ambivalence prompted a search for the meaning of motherhood - one that led her to wear a fake pregnancy belly, attend pre-natal yoga classes, debate experts, and even tend to her very own crying plastic baby. Her reporting led to a surprising and uplifting lesson about life, love and the choices we make.

I've done many things wrong in my life as a single mother. My kids have suffered for it. This audiobook is a stark, truthful look at those mistakes and how you can avoid making them. There are many things in this memoir that were difficult to discuss, and might be difficult for you to listen to.

Moms are always available. Moms have one of the most powerful and, quite honestly, challenging jobs worldwide. Fulfilling commitments repeatedly!

Nationally acclaimed parent coach and trainer Tina Feigal returns with this revised edition of her book, formerly titled The Pocket Coach for Parents.

This is a collection of delightful Christmas tales designed to help children attain restful sleep. The story has been crafted to include specific sleep time suggestions, and the narration and pace of the story is designed to slow your child's rhythm down and bring them to gentle restful sleep.

In what universe do single mothers get to sleep? Not in any I've been to. This book provides a variety of coping mechanisms to sleep-deprived single moms everywhere, including candy, vibrators, and fashion magazines. Got a bill? Avoid it. He won't call? Throw your phone in the toilet. Your kid wants another song? Take a chill pill and hope for the best. Good morning, caffeine! It's all all starting to make sense.

The book Estate Planning for Single Mothers is a guidebook that provides information and advice on how single mothers can effectively plan their estate. The book is written specifically for single mothers who want to ensure that their assets are protected and their children are taken care of in the event of their death or incapacity.

Being a single parent is not anyone's first choice, but there I was. Nobody can prepare you for the journey you are about to embark on, and it will look different for everyone. After a decade of trying to navigate this, I believe I can be of some assistance to others who are trying to cope.