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Single Parent Essentials: Practical Tools That Make Life Easier

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Being a single parent means carrying the mental load alone, these essentials help lighten it. From organization tools to time-saving and emotional support resources, this curated list is designed to make everyday life more manageable and less stressf...
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Single Mom Essentials

Organize your home and your family, plus affordable therapy options

 
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OurHome app is a gamified experience that allows families to reward each other for completing everyday tasks. You can sync multiple calendars to keep track of your family events and groceries.
Cozi Calendar App: Best Shared Family Calendar Tool
 
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Sometimes we just need someone to talk with, a non-bias opinion about our next best steps in this life. BetterHelp is a great resource to guide you to becoming a happier, healthier you.
BetterHelp | Professional Therapy With A Licensed Therapist
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Organizational tips to help you simplify the space in your single parent home.
The Single Parent's Quick Guide to Simplifying Your Home
 
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Single Parent Speaks Podcast is hosted by Rhonda Thomas, founder of the Single Parent Support Network. She interviews single parents nationwide about their heart-centered journeys in single parenthood.
Single Parent Speaks: One Heart, One Parent, Many Adventures
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Single Parent Life Hacks

Life Skill Resources Focused on Single Parenting

 
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This is the only fitness app that I use to measure my progress in achieving my nutrition goals.
MyFitnessPal - Track Calories & BMR to Reach Your Goals
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Perfect addition for new millennial dads who are also tech enthusiasts.
New Dad Baby Hacks for the Modern Dad | Jake Collins
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We can be both happy and single mothers. This book proves it. Sarah's relatable take on single mom life restored my hope in knowing that I wasn't alone, and life will get better beyond my current circumstances.
Happy Single Mother: Real Advice on How to Stay Sane and Why Things Are Better Than You Think
 
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This book is phenomenal! Every resource that you can think of needing or wanting as a single mom is covered in this book. When I saw my girl, DelShawn (second photo) bought a copy, I knew I had to get because she is THEE money coach and a fellow sin...
The Kickass Single Mom: Be Financially Independent, Discover Your Sexiest Self, and Raise Fabulous, Happy Children
 
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This book better helps parents and caregivers understand the insides of a child's brain for better decision-making in parenting.
The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind
 
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The complimentary workbook to The Whole-Brain Child that encourages you to think deeply about parenting concepts for life skill development and personal development for families.
The Whole-Brain Child Workbook: Practical Exercises, Worksheets ...
 
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Capture every precious moment between you and your son in this beautiful keepsake journal. Perfect gift for the boy moms in your life.
Just Mom and Me: Mother & Son Keepsake Journal
 
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David shares practical life hacks to help you get things done, be a productive parent without burning TF out.
Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity | David Allen
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Zoe interviews single parents and experts about all things related to single parenting. She is the creator of the Frolo app, the #1 community and dating app for single parents (available for Android and iOS).
Frolo: The Single Parent Podcast | Zoë Desmond
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It's Mel freakin' Robbins! Come on! Everything this woman says and does is gold. Beyond single parenthood, it's a practical and funny podcast. I highly recommend subscribing to her YouTube channel too.
The Mel Robbins Podcast
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Support for Single Moms

Community and dating apps for building meaningful relationships online and offline.

 
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Frolo is for single parents seeking to build meaningful relationships, whether that's making friends or meeting the love of your life. 😊
‎Frolo - Single Parent App | Community and Dating
 
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The Single Parent Support Network offers programs and services for single parents worldwide. They have a podcast and blog with additional resources to help you and your children.
Single Parent Support Network
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Single moms can find resources for community, networks, career and business all in one place.
Home | Single Mom Network
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I didn't even know Single Parent Stress Syndrome existed. This blog opened my eyes to a lot of the common stresses that I experience as a single mom parenting an autistic child. You'll want to bookmark this article and share it with your friends.
Single Parent Stress Syndrome: What Is It and How You Can Cope With It
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The Therapy for Black Girls podcast is a warm hug for the soul and mind for black women worldwide.
‎Therapy for Black Girls on Apple Podcasts
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Hands-down the best therapy resources for black women. Therapy for Black Girls is amazing. Also check out the Single Parent Podcast section of this list for a link to their podcast.
Mental Health Resources for the Black Community

Time-Saving Tools for Parents

Save you time, and keep you sane.

 
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This podcast helps me figure out the blind spots in my calendar where I'm not maximizing my productivity. I appreciate all the info that is presented each episode in a condensed format. Give it a listen or two. Streaming on all podcast platforms.
‎The Productivity Show on Apple Podcasts
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Don't let the daily grind overtake you. Laura teaches us how to prioritize tasks and projects to effectively manage our families and make time for self-care. No burnout PERIOD!
168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think
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TimeTree is an app that allows you to prioritize the important events and tasks of your family, friends, and colleagues across multiple calendars. Available for iPhone, Android, and web app.
TimeTree App | Easy Calendar Sharing and Communication
 
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Before Breakfast Podcast is an easy listen on the go to learn how to be more productive with your time. As a single mama, I've gleamed a lot of nuggets from Laura's sound advice and strategies about time management.
‎Before Breakfast on Apple Podcasts
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Budget-Friendly Mom Finds

The budget is slim and the wallet is full.

 
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Read the ENTIRE blog. Then bookmark it. It is full of gems to help you build a solid financial foundation for your family.
5 Building Blocks to Financial Stability for Single Parents - Frolo.com
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Honey, when I tell you this app is a godsend! Budget Bestie has been a game-changer in helping me track my personal and household budget. If you love a lil' retail therapy at Target like I do, then you'll enjoy this digital cash-stuffing app to tra...
Budget Bestie | The App for Digital Cash Stuffing
 
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The Single Moms Income blog includes resources to help single moms earn extra income, find work, and save money.
Single Moms Income: 1000+ Resources to Help You Earn Extra Income from Side Hustles and Work-From-Home Jobs
 
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The Afford Anything Podcast was a podcast that I didn't know I needed until I was three episodes in. Paula gives practical advice to encourage you to make smarter money decisions.
Afford Anything Podcast: Build a Better Life with Paula Pant
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