5 Things You Should Know If You are a Divorced Mom
4. Your family is your shoulder to lean on
“It is times like these when your family needs to come out all guns blazing to support you and your current situation. This tops my advice on things you should know if you are a divorced mom because the support of my parents and my sister has been instrumental in my survival after my divorce. My parents often came over and baby sat my children while my sister was my go-to person whenever I needed emotional support”, Michelle tells us. Bank on your families to be the shoulder and pillar to lean on while you are sailing through rough waters.
5. Check on all available benefits
The American government cares for the upbringing of young Americans and supports divorced mothers who may be facing tough times, financially and emotionally. “One of the most vital things you should know if you are a divorced mom is to check for all available benefits given by the government in times like these”, says Michelle. Depending on your current situation, your custody requirements and other terms in your divorce, you may be entitled to child support. The laws vary from state to state so best is to ask your local council about any benefits that you may receive as a divorced mom.
