One of the challenges we face as solo moms is how to effectively co-parent with our ex. It goes without saying that however it's done, that the process benefits our children. Also, do you panic because you are approaching y…
Natasha is navigating her path as a new mom who is also newly divorced. She is embracing this new chapter in her life. One of the ways she copes is by taking care of herself by losing her baby weight. We find many ways to …
Alicia raised two daughters solo during the past 14 years. She sees getting married very young as a factor in becoming a solo mom. Age seems to be a running theme for a number of divorced solo moms. What can be done about y…
Relationships take work. Loving another person can be complicated because your hearts and emotions are involved. But when we experience a breakup it can seem like our life is over. Experts like Roman Mironov can guide you …
Author, speaker, and mom of two adult daughters, Kelly Radi sat down with me to talk about raising teenagers. In the first of this Education Series, Radi also reiterates that we should use the college application process as…
Every now and then I like to record my thoughts instead of writing a blog post. I hope my message resonates with you. How often do you allow your fears or other people to distract you from your goals? If you are not doing …
Studies show that college graduates earn more on average than high school graduates. But how do you get a college degree without putting yourself into a financial sinkhole? This week's SoloMoms! Talk podcast guest, Bonnie B…
This solo mom did not grab a rocking chair after her kids flew the nest. As an empty nester Sheila went back to school sometimes taking the same classes as her son. She talks about her experience going back to school and gra…
Naomi Mamiye designs hospitals, hotels, nursing facilities, drug rehab centers, corporate offices, and investment properties across the U.S Yes, this solo mom of 4, against odds is a successful designer. Despite being laughe…
Busy moms do not have to skip exercise or neglect physical injuries. Dr. Meghan Braun, PT share her tips on how you can fit exercise into your schedule. She also reveals strategies that can help you heal when you are injured…
According to the CDC, breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women. Fitness instructor and race announcer, Fitz Koehler describes her fight against this devastating disease. She was diagnosed only weeks after g…
Now that most children are distance learning, parents are tasked with finding innovative ways to accommodate their experiences. It is an excellent opportunity to incorporate teachable moments in their daily lives. These mome…
To become a better person, you have to become whole. Becoming whole means getting help to heal from the traumas of childhood. Or even the last relationship. Healing and fixing brokenness helps us become better parents. And h…
I'm not surprised that solo moms are busting the myths that have surrounded single motherhood. LadyJ is one of those moms who has not allowed childhood abuse or bad marriages to define her. Still, we need to remember to take…
Susanne "Sanni" Rosebrock heads the Moms and Mentors program at 1UP Victoria. 1UP Victoria provides resources such as counseling, workshops, and much more to single parents. Sometimes organization struggle to provide basic c…
Do you ever wonder what’s happening to a service member’s family while they are overseas? Who’s taking care of their children, for instance? In today's episode, I talk to Doris Branford who is an army wife. That means this y…
Solo moms do not always choose to raise children solo. But we are great at making lemonade with the lemons life hands us. Lizbeth Meredith shares her story of enduring domestic abuse. She also suffered in anguish when her ex…
Bullying is prevalent in all areas of life. It starts with school children and can be very painful for the victims. Bullying also takes place at work and in cyberspace. It all adds up to the same thing. One human being abusi…
At the end of each year you make a decision to set your New Year's resolution. But that is a failed experiment. This is evident from studies done that shows only 7% of Americans are successful in achieving their New Year's r…
In Part 2 of Bullying, I continue the conversation with Simon about how resilient children are. He discusses his process in helping kids to understand and determine what being bullied means to them. Through his work, Simon h…
At the age of 40, Kelly Hopkins realized that life was not working the way she imagined it. But she didn't let the end of a committed relationship stop her from having children. She fulfilled a life long desire to adopt. She…
It doesn't matter if you are married if dad's not engaged in co-parenting and providing for his family. Diji Shujahi shares her story of raising her two daughters, creating multiple careers, and "leveling up even in the mid…
Gerald Schmid is a solo mom who encourages children to develop leadership and communication skills by working in teams on Pods she creates. Through her Story Weaver platform she's on the cutting edge of a changing education …
Dorit Palvanov is a married mom of three daughters who found a solution to being tired and worn out during her cycle. She discovered that: women have 4 cycles not two when you feel weak and worn out is not the time to doubl…
