single mother and in full time educaton!!

Tina - posted on 06/16/2010

I am a single mom too, full time working outside the home and in college as well. I do two courses a semester. I handle all my son's needs and extra curriculars (he is 10) and I am not going to lie, it is tough. I find that on a busy week I am up till midnight with schoolwork because I don't want to let him down.
You CAN do it! It will be hard, yes it will. But think of the reward, think of what your daughter will learn seeing mommy working so hard to provide a better life for her.
Hang in there.

Emily - posted on 06/15/2010

you can definately do it!! i started college when my son was a year old, and i just graduated this last may. (hes 4 1/2 now). it took longer because the first year of school i only went part time because i was working and being a single mom, i was scared i wouldnt be able to keep up with everything. after i made some mental adjustments, i started going full time. and i have to tell you, its worth it. it will be hard, and stressful, and at times make you want to rip your hair out. but nothing made me prouder of myself than when i walked across that stage last month to get my diploma and my son smiles and yelled " i love you mommy!" you can do it. good luck to you

Kelly - posted on 06/14/2010

You can do it! It does take some planning. The one thing that you should do is include your daughter as much as possible. I know she doesn't have homework (at least I hope not!) in kindergarten, but let her do "homework" while you do yours or your reading etc. You may want to do your studies after she goes to bed. You will probably find that after she starts school full time that she will be more tired in the evenings which can be a good thing when it comes to bedtime. Another important thing is schedules. Make one and stick to it as much as possilbe. Try to eat, bath and bedtime on schedule. It will help a lot when she knows exactly what to expect. Even though she can't tell time yet, she will get the hang of it. It is by no means easy to do, but it can be done and just think of the positive example you will show your daughter! Good luck!

Candice - posted on 06/14/2010

i'll be graduating university in august. My daughter was born halfway through my program. It's possible, don't worry. you figure it out somehow.

Alyson - posted on 06/14/2010

I've been doing it since the day my daughter was born. I moved back in with my parents (rough but I knew it had to be done) I just recently quit my job to finish up the last bit of my coursework. For the majority of the time I worked during the day, went to night school and did homework late nights and during the weekends. I have a lot of supportive friends who babysat for me as well. It can be done and in the long run things are going to be much better if you finish college and can provide a better life for yourself and your daughter. Good Luck!

Karla - posted on 06/14/2010

Im a full time student and mom. and bellieve me it is no cake walk but it can be done. If you have family around ask them for help. my mom comes over and cooks dinner while i do homework and she plays with my daughter it goves them time and me time for homework. also if you can try and dedicate a day to homeowrk that way when you are done with school or the day you can spend some time with your daughter. if these dont work for me i tell my daughter that its home work time and give her paper and crayons and we do work together. She loves it because she feels big and we both get work done. It will be hard but so worth it in the end. I have an instructer who tells me short term sacrafice long term gain. Just keep your eye on the prize and it will be ok, Also dont forget to stop and just play sometimes, homework will always be there your daughter wont always be four. Good luck to you

Allie - posted on 06/14/2010

I know how you feel, I'll be starting college full time in August, and I'm due to have my daughter in August. I'm really worried about not having enough time and money for everything, but hopefully it'll all fall into place. I think you can do it.