Single mothers weave a narrative of resilience, strength, and determination. A category of women who instead of getting the attention needed get prosecuted by the people who ought to show them love.

Regardless of what the society think a single mom did wrong, I believe it is imperative to shine a spotlight on the challenges faced by single mothers, acknowledging not only their economic struggles but also the often silent battles against mental health issues such as suicidal ideation, depressive states, and the profound loneliness that accompany their journey.

For single mothers, economic challenges is one major issue, casting a shadow over their daily lives. Have you seen a single mother before? She tries to joggle and balance the demands of parenthood, work, and maintaining a stable home on a single income, a situation she did created with somebody.

She suffers sleepless nights and constant struggle to make ends meet. A financial strain that often leads to pushing a lot of them into the brink of despair.

Yet, the economic challenges are only part of the story. The emotional toll of single parenthood manifest in different ways, ranging from the weight of responsibility, coupled with societal expectations and stigmas, all resulting in a heightened risk of mental health issues. Loneliness is a silent struggle faced by many single mothers.

The absence of a partner to share the emotional and physical burdens of parenting leads to feelings of isolation, rejection, neglect, despair, and even contemplate the unthinkable, a grim reality that we, as a society, cannot afford to ignore.

This write up is to bring to people’s awareness understanding that some of us only pick up the way of life we saw growing up without asking questions and this we have passed down from generation to generation. It is high time to start asking relevant questions and allow ourselves to be moved by our love for humanity.

How did she get here? If we give room for people to share their stories, we would discover that behind every decision is an intention to do well in life, whether it turned out sour is another direction to the discussion.

With whom did she commit the sexual act that produced the child(ren)? and why is the pressure on only the woman alone?

It is crucial to recognize that the battle extends beyond physical harm. Emotional abuse, economic marginalization, and the lack of a robust support system contribute significantly to the vulnerability of single mothers.

She struggles to give her child(ren) a good life, she and her child(ren) are being stigmatized and emotionally abused, and except there is an intervention along the way, these children become your children’s friends at some point, they become your pepper seller or house keeper. In another story, these children become your lawyers, Doctors and you want them to be empathetic.

We need to know that single mothers also play an integral role in shaping the future, and understanding and supporting them is not just a moral imperative but a necessity for building stronger communities. Creating safe spaces where they are free to share their journey without the fear of being judged, a society where they seek guidance, and receive emotional support.

It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a compassionate community to uplift a single mother.
Employers can play a major role by offering flexible work arrangements, affordable childcare options, and promoting a workplace culture that values and accommodates the unique challenges faced by single mothers, creating a work environment that foster peace and calmness required to strategise and handle issues of life without pain.

Government initiatives, such as accessible mental health services and financial assistance programs, can provide a much-needed safety net for those on the verge of despair.

Additionally, community, organisations and individuals must actively engage in destigmatizing single motherhood by fostering an environment of acceptance and understanding, we can empower single mothers to face their challenges with resilience and determination.