Single parent... how do you cope?

Im sorry to her that about your wife. And please do take care of your daugther. It is really hard to be a single parent. I may not be one of them but I saw my mom struggle for us. She even doubled her time just to feed us and to take care of us. Im sure that your daughter will soon appreciate everything that you are doing for her. Goodluck!

I am a single parent through divorce and failed relationship. I think that is a lot different than the lose of a mate through death. My heart goes out to you.
Advice I can give, however, you need to create for yourself a support network to help you raise your daughter. If you have family that you trust that lives close to you, enlist their help. Join PTA, get to know neighbors. Develop trusting relationships with people who you can swap assistance with. You can take turns getting children to school events or sports events. Parents & relatives can be on notice to help with your child when she is ill, so that you don't have to miss work. I'm sure you get the idea of what I am saying. It also elevates the child's sense of security and self esteem to know so many people care for her. Best of luck.

hi roy!
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife, please accept my sincerest condolences.
As a single mother i can understand how you must feel having to parent alone.
Do not underestimate your ability to take care of your daughter alone, my dad was a single parent and he raised three kids{i think he did a good job}.
It is hard raising kids when you have a partner, and all the more so when you're doing it alone.
Just remember you will make mistakes, but as long as you have your daughters best intrest at heart you'll get through this.
All the best.{{{HUGS}}}

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I'm a single mother and it is very hard at times when you don't have anyone to turn to and ask "what do you think?", etc. I also find it hard to find time for "just me". I love my children so much, but sometimes I wish I could just have someone here to say, do you care if I go for a drive alone or go for a walk and you keep the kids for a few minutes.

I try to keep my sanity by doing the little things like myLot, etc. They give me a chance to take my mind away and relax it in a sense. I also like to play games online. I think those little things help me alot, but they will never make life any easier.

Hello, sorry about your loss.

My mom was a single parent too and I must say that she did it well. There were times that it was difficult, not having a father (though he came to visit from time to time), but I eventually learned to accept things as they were, and I guess I can say that I grew up knowing exactly what I wanted. I believe that made me stronger, independent and driven.

It is important to remind your child that she is loved...that no matter what, you'll be there for her. I know it won't be easy, but that's life and that is your battle. It would just depend on how you'd wrestle it. I'm sure you'd do well.

Have a great day!

Hi,roysville. I'm sorry to hear your loss and i know how hard it is for you to lose your dear wife. I have a five-month-old daughter too. My husband is very busy and he only sees our daughter 3 or 4 times after her birth. I have my mom to help me and even so, it is very tiring job. Parenting is never easy, not to mention single one. I wonder if you might ask help from your family or swap help with friends or neighbours. Hope you all the best and take care!