We had exchanged a few emails and met once in the park at a single mums meet up. At that one meet up, after chatting for about half an hour, she invited me to join her and her toddler son for a few days in a caravan by the beach. Although I ummed and arrhhed a bit,…
Loneliness
That Moment When You See Your Ex’s Wedding Photo
I’d convinced myself that I was OK with him remarrying. That I didn’t give a shit. And I don’t, give a shit that is, in many ways. But to see how he’s moved on. To see how he has a new life. One that involves happiness, even if that’s not the only story. When I…
4 Things Single Mums Want For Mother’s Day
Being a single mum is hard. If you know a single mum and you’d like to get her something for mother’s day then look no further. Here’s a conclusive list of what single mums want for mother’s day. 1. For people to stop saying ‘I don’t know how you cope’. The main reason is pretty…
10 Truths About My Single Mum Holiday With A Toddler
I understand now why people thought I was bonkers when I said I was off backpacking round south east Asia with my toddler. Single mum holiday with a toddler – what could possibly go wrong? Now I’m back home though I have to say, despite all the warnings, I’m glad I had the guts lack of…
7 Ways To Survive Christmas As A Single Mum
Not sure how you will survive Christmas as a single mum this year? Well then, these tips will surely help. 1. Accept that you will shed a tear or two. It’s hard. All those happy nativity scenes everywhere when your memories more closely resemble a scene from EastEnders. But just remember Mary was technically a single…
11 Realities of a Single Mum
I’m hoping this blog will highlight a different view on being a single mum. Most people appreciate that it’s difficult, but don’t really get why. What’s more the benefits and needs of single mums go unnoticed. Whilst this piece won’t represent everyone’s story by any means, it gives one view on the realities of a single mum. It’s lonely. People think it’s…