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Thank you for joining us!

By Emma Johnson | Updated June 7, 2019

Where to start on Wealthysinglemommy.com With 400+ posts, we have a lot of resources for you: Free resources for single moms Free housing Free school supplies Free laptops $500 monthly single mom grant Free clothes...

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Dealing with divorce guilt? Why you feel it and how to cope

By Emma Johnson | Updated May 24, 2019

Divorce guilt is simply feeling bad because you chose to leave your spouse, initiate divorce, or otherwise believe your actions caused the end of your marriage. It is normal to feel guilty or question your...

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What is a single mom? A solo mom? How to determine which one you are

By Emma Johnson | Updated May 17, 2019

One of the tireless discussions in the single mom community is, “Who gets to call themselves a single mom?” Emma’s quick take on the differences between a single mom and a solo mom What is...

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How can a single mom build credit? 9 ways to build credit fast

By Emma Johnson | Updated April 1, 2019

There are many reasons why you may need to build your credit fast: You want to get out of debt faster, buy a car or a home, need to rent an apartment, qualify for a...

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What it’s really like to be the single mom of a special needs child

By Emma Johnson | Updated October 31, 2018

While the numbers are not confirmed, experts agree that divorce rates among parents with special needs children is far higher than the general population. And since single moms of special needs kids have challenges and...

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How to learn graphic design and become a graphic designer without a degree

By Holly Johnson | Updated September 20, 2018

If you have a flair for creativity, artistic skill, and great communication ability, a career in graphic design could be a great and lucrative career. The field of graphic design is responsible for creating the...

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A letter to my beautiful, beautiful, beautiful daughter

By Emma Johnson | Updated July 16, 2018

Originally posted 2013 Dear Helena, One day when you were a baby, Aunt Tina and I were smooching all over you. After all, what’s better than kissing a baby – all that smooth, perfect skin,...

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Rocket Lawyer reviews: Where to get free and cheap legal documents

By Holly Johnson | Updated July 3, 2018

Most family lawyers require a retainer up-front in the thousands of dollars, and an hourly rate of $200 to $1,000 per hour. If you’re in the market for legal assistance but want to save money,...

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LegalZoom divorce reviews: Is it worth the $499 price tag?

By Holly Johnson | Updated June 22, 2018

LegalZoom is one of the oldest online legal form companies with an easy-to-use, modern website. Here's what you should know about LegalZoom: Is LegalZoom legitimate? Does LegalZoom work for divorce? How does filing for divorce with...

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Sell your wedding dress? Yep — here’s how …

By Emma Johnson | Updated May 23, 2018

You're divorced (or the engagement got called off). What do you do? Sell your wedding dress?! After all, it's not like you're going to wear it again! (Though single mom Kaytlin said she dyed hers...

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How to feel confident in your body

By Emma Johnson | Updated March 2, 2018

Recently a mom on one of our boards posted: I feel frustrated by a theme that keeps coming up: Love yourself first and foremost and then love will be drawn into your life. HOW EXACTLY...

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#LikeAMother Mother-daughter interview with my Helena, 8

By Emma Johnson | Updated March 17, 2016

My favorite episode yet! Super-special guest today … my daughter, Helena. This 8-year-old gorgeous pickle and I have a mother-daughter interview: What it's like to be a kid of divorce What she thinks about her mom...

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The real reason your ex doesn’t see the kids

By Emma Johnson | Updated January 12, 2015

One of the most common and heartbreaking topics I’m asked about is dealing with fathers who don’t see their kids regularly. A mom shared a typically devastating situation: “My ex-husband doesn’t see his child” “Biological...

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