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Last Updated on May 5, 2025 by Samantha Flores
Do you have some friends who are single mothers who you would like to support? When you are a single mother, times can be great, but they can also be difficult, especially when you are having to deal with them on your own – being a parent is a journey with many ups and downs.
As a friend of a single mother, you will never believe how helpful it can be having you therefore them and that in actual fact, there are many ways in which you can help them. You can offer to babysit so that they can have a night off and travel for the day, you can continue to invite them to things (even though they may say no a lot, so that they still feel included), and you can pop round in your spare time to see their children as well as spend a bit of time with them.
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3 Ways to Help Your Single Mother Friends
Keep on reading for our guide on how to help single mothers.
Offer to Babysit
Offering to babysit and letting your friend have the night off can be one of the best things you can do to support them. Being a mom is fun, but times can get hard. Having the night off to relax and reset can work wonders on your overall wellbeing and mental health.
When offering, know they may say “no” at first (due to pride) but be consistent, and one day, they will say “yes.” When they do, it will mean the world to them.
Invite Them to Social Events
When you are a single mother, it’s hard to attend social events with your friends. What happens a lot is they keep saying “no,” and then over time, they stop getting invited to things, even though they would have loved to come.
As close friends, make sure you keep inviting them to events, even when you don’t think they will come. It will mean a lot to them that they are still included in things, even though they may not say it to you.
There is nothing worse than going on your social media channels to see all your friends together enjoying themselves, knowing you weren’t invited.
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Visit Them and Their Kids
When you have a couple of hours free during the week, don’t be afraid to knock on their door and pop round for a cup of tea and a catch-up. It can be nice seeing them, but it’s also nice for them to see you with their children, playing with them. Their children will most likely be excited to see you, and it gives your friend a break from solo parenting for a few hours.
Your Support Can Make a Difference for Single Mother Friends
Supporting a friend who is a single mother and being there for them can mean a lot more than you can imagine. If you know any single mothers, consider using the tips in this post to bring some joy and relief to their lives while they are busy raising their little ones.
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