A vacation at home or a staycation is a great option when money is tight as a single mom. Single moms can take two different kinds of staycations either a family staycation or a vacation at home when kids are with their dad. How to Enjoy Vacation at Home 1. Create Anticipation it is part of the fun of having a vacation. Even though you are staying home for ...
Tools Single Moms Use to Make Dirt Cheap Meals
Meal prep tools you need to make dirt cheap meals. Groceries take a huge bite out of the family budget and as a single mom we need to cut expenses every place we can. I put together a massive list of meals you can afford to make even if you are in poverty. Like most jobs having the right tools makes the job easier. A friend of mine was reading my poverty meals ...
Free Printable Budget Worksheets for Single Moms (Simpler Than You Think)
These free printable budget worksheets are the tools you need to make ends meet as a single mom. In my early days as a single mom, it wasn't easy to have enough money to get the bills paid. When my car needed work or some other irregular expense came up it was a cause for major stress. I know you and I are not the only ones who have trouble budgeting our money. I ...
What is the Real Reason Your Ex Wants to Be Friends?
The real reason your ex still wants to be friends may not be in your best interest. Or maybe being friends after your divorce can be a good thing. Are you super confused? I remember the first time my ex tried to hug me after we separated. My thought was, "what are you doing?". I was so confused. I froze, "What should I do?". He had clearly let me know he was done and now ...
How to Deal with an Uncooperative Co-parent During Conflict
Figuring out how to co-parent is not easy. When you have an uncooperative co-parent and the two of you are in conflict figuring out how to resolve the conflict feels impossible. Updated: December 2019 Parenting is a difficult job in the best of situations. I found my journey in parenting with someone who I used to love and who used to love me but had stopped loving me ...
How to Get Through Your First Christmas as a Single Mom
Being a single mom at Christmas can be one of the hardest things about a breakup. You are not alone you can get through this. I was so sad my first Christmas as a single mom. Everyone else seems so happy and excited. If you are like I was the first year it took all of my energy to just marginally hold it togehter and put on a happy face when I was out in public. I ...
Easy, Cheap, Party Finger Food to Feed a Crowd
I am always looking for cheap, easy finger food ideas. Appetizers are a frugal way to feed a crowd at a party or a fun family meal. I love any excuse to have finger food Christmas parties, birthday parties, bridal showers, wedding showers. You can make them all yourself or make it a potluck appetizer party and everyone can bring their favorite finger food to make it even ...
How to Have a Magical Christmas on a Tight Budget
Are you wondering how to have a magical Christmas for your kids when your budget is way too tight? Get these ideas on how to fill your Christmas with joy and generosity even if you are broke. One of the hardest things for single moms is not having enough money to make ends meet. This can be a problem especially when you are first separated from your ex and adjusting from ...
Easy, Cheap DIY Christmas Decorations to Make at the Last Minute
Christmas can be really expensive and when you are a single mom with a tight budget it can be hard to think of cheap ways to decorate so your house feels festive and you don't break the bank. DIY Christmas Decoration ideas are so bountiful on Pinterest that it can be overwhelming. I've been searching for Christmas decorating inspiration to share with you. Here are ...
Best Holiday Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List
Are you stumped for what to buy your friends, family, and coworkers for the holidays? I've found some cool gift ideas for men, women, teens, tweens, and babies. I know life can be overwhelming and the holidays add even more things to your to do list. I helped you out by searching the web for some fun ideas for everyone on your list. I hope you enjoy looking at ...
