Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

Many times in life challenges will pop up that can feel impossible to overcome. In those situations, having a clear goal in mind can make problems feel less insurmountable, and eventually, with enough thinking and careful action, people can eventually get around these barriers.
This should be a scenario single moms are familiar with. Taking care of a family and working at the same time are uniquely difficult situations, and adding the maintenance of a college scholarship to the mix does not alleviate any stress.…

When a mom starts to feel the nest growing empty, she might start looking around for things to do besides working the same job or keeping the same hobbies. For a mom who may never have pursued higher education before, with children attending classes regularly, it may seem more appealing to try her hand at university as well. Going to the same school as her children may be a bit strange at first, but there are ways to cope with the transition, and having someone to talk about college fears is always an added benefit.…

It is a big transition for single mom to get back into the classroom, but for her children, it could be earth-shaking. Not all kids do well with change on the home front, especially little ones, and it may require a lot more differences than just fewer hours with mom around. Daycare, and after school programs may be in order, while clubs and extracurricular activities that don't fit with mom's new schedule could be off the table.…

Managing a hectic lifestyle is nothing new for a single mom, but dealing with the rigors of college could throw anyone off their game. Maintaining a college scholarship requires composure and presence of mind, so getting overwhelmed won't work for those who want to be successful.
Here are a few good ways to relieve stress that won't interfere with regular daily schedules and can help overall quality of life:
•Get plenty of exercise.…

For mothers with scholarships there can be many reasons why attending college in-person just won't work. Some are too far from a college to make commuting a reasonable choice. Others work full-time and can't attend during regular hours. Another group feels it's more important to stay home and raise the kids. Fortunately for all single moms, the internet provides a gateway to almost any school in the world, due to the online degree programs they offer.…

The rigors of being in college, taking care of a family and working a job can be overwhelming. The hours are long, the problems are endless and there never seem to be enough hours in the day to take care of everything. Nevertheless, persevering over difficulty is one of the many traits single mothers must possess to be successful in the first place, and adding the extra incentive of a college degree can help many get through the hardest of times.…

Single moms think they are all by themselves in a fight to manage money, handle housework and take care of children. Adding the demands of an educational experience can be too much to handle alone, but not all mothers are schooled in how to ask for help when they need it. There are plenty of programs available for single mothers in need, from college scholarships to government funding, providing all the essentials and support necessary to get through tough times.…

Some people really enjoy working ahead, feeling like things are done well in advance, giving them time to do what they want without worrying about work, school or other obligations. For others, keeping a steady pace and methodically making a little progress at a time is what works best. Finding a personal style for studying, taking care of chores and working an extra job is important for single mother scholarship holders in order to keep everything together.…

Although student parents may describe themselves as feeling stressed out at times, many of us may not think our kids are dealing with stress as well. However, a 2009 study conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA) revealed that many children and teens are more stressed out than their parents think.
The study found that teens and tweens were more likely than parents to say that their stress was increasing.…

For a single mother, raising an infant may feel like an impediment to going back to school. On the contrary, this is a great opportunity to get your education started, especially while your baby is still small. Once your little one starts walking, you may face a different set of challenges for finding time to sit and study.
Making the time
When your newborn first comes home, it may not be practicable to find a babysitter or leave him or her with a friend.…