There were many times I looked around my house after the kids left and thought, “How am I ever going to be able to sell my house as a single empty nest mom?” I even told the kids “I’m going to die in this house”. Should I Sell My House? Many things went into making... Read More The post How to Sell Your House (as an Empty Nest Single Mom) first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post How to Sell Your House (as an Empty Nest Single Mom) appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

Are you feeling lonely this Christmas? More depressed than joy-filled? It is more common than you might think. Christmas is supposed to be the happiest time of the year. Even though it was Christmas, I was feeling lonely, depressed. The year following my divorce, I had more in common with Scrooge and the Grinch than... Read More The post What to Do When You are Feeling Depressed or Lonely at Christmas first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post What to Do When You are Feeling Depressed or Lonely at Christmas appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

Parental burnout is very real and affects a lot of people out there without them even knowingabout it. It can be quite a task to single-handedly manage everything about your kids.This leaves very little time to actually care for yourself. However, experiencingparental burnout does not automatically make you a bad parent. It is simply your... Read More The post 5 Fitness Strategies for Beating Parental Burnout first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post 5 Fitness Strategies for Beating Parental Burnout appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

Do you feel like you have no time for self-care? Then you need a self-care plan. Here are some quick self care ideas for all of the busy women out there. Some days are overwhelming. It seems like all you can do to get dressed, get the kids off to school, and get to work.... Read More The post How to Make Your Own Self-Care Plan Even When There is No Time for Self Care first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post How to Make Your Own Self-Care Plan Even When There is No Time for Self Care appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

Choosing a vehicle for your teen’s first car can be stressful. Safety is undoubtedly your topconcern, but other factors — such as affordability, reliability and lifetime value — playsignificant roles in making your decision.Following are a few tips and guidelines for choosing a vehicle and preparing your teen forfuture buying experiences.   Sit Down and... Read More The post Guide to Your Teen’s First Car first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post Guide to Your Teen’s First Car appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

There are certain milestones that are considered to be most important to achieve financialsuccess. First Milestone: Pay Off Debt The first milestone is paying off debt; student loans, credit cards, or a mortgage.Eliminating debt is one of the most common goals for those working toward financial freedom. If you’re a newly single mother, you may... Read More The post 6 Tips for Reaching Financial Milestones first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post 6 Tips for Reaching Financial Milestones appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

Are you at your wit’s end trying to think of some unique non-candy Easter basket ideas? Do you want to do something special and creative for Easter, but it just seems like too much with everything else you are trying to juggle?   Fun Easter Gift for Kids and Adults Fidget toys are great for adults... Read More The post Unique Easter Basket Ideas for Kids & Adults first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post Unique Easter Basket Ideas for Kids & Adults appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

What is Lent? Lent commemorates the 40 days Jesus spent in the wilderness fasting before he was tempted by the devil and was then baptized by his cousin John the Baptist. His baptism was the ritual that started his ministry on earth. Lent is the preparation for Easter. When is Lent? Lent is the 40... Read More The post Meaningful Lenten Activities for Adults and Families first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post Meaningful Lenten Activities for Adults and Families appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

Managing your finances is hard enough, but as a single parent, your need for financial wellness skyrockets. It’s overwhelming to expect you’ll be able to afford every expense that comes your way. The post How to Prep for a Financial Emergency first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post How to Prep for a Financial Emergency appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more

Popcorn bars are a fun idea for family movie nights, game nights, or weddings. I wouldn’t have thought of a popcorn bar for a wedding reception, but a friend’s son had one at his wedding reception and it was a hit. They ordered their popcorn from a local company that employs people with special needs.... Read More The post Fun Popcorn Bar Ideas (Cheap & Easy) first appeared on Empowered Single Moms. The post Fun Popcorn Bar Ideas (Cheap & Easy) appeared first on Empowered Single Moms ..read more