Mother's Day for Single Moms - Celebrating Mother's Day as a Single Mother
Mother's Day Celebrations for Single Moms
From Jennifer Wolf,
Making the Day Special - Even When it's All Up to You
As a single mom on Mother's Day, you might feel self-conscious about making a big deal over this particular holiday. After all, celebrating Mother's Day may very well mean that you will have to be the one to orchestrate the celebration, right? Well, here are some tips to keep in mind:
You Deserve a Mother's Day Celebration
This day is for you, and you deserve to be honored as your children's mother. Hey, if that means you'll have to be the one to get the ball in motion, that's okay! Don't let the day go by unrecognized.
Tell Your Kids What You Want
Do yourself a favor and be upfront with your kids about how you'd like to spend the day. Don't expect them to realize on their own what might seem just perfect to you.
If You Have Young Children, Teach Them the Meaning of Mother's Day
A few weeks before Mother's Day, make a point of visiting the library and reading some children's books about Mother's Day. One of my favorites is the book Mother's Day by Anne Rockwell. The story takes place in Mrs. Madoff's class, and all of her students take turns explaining how they celebrate Mother's Day. Because each child's story is unique, the book reflects many different ideas and families.
Consider Making a Gift Together
Again, if you have young children, you might want to consider doing a craft together to honor the day. Check out this GREAT idea in the I Made That forum!!
http://mommysavers.com/boards/i-made...our-child.html
Mother's Day as a single Mom
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