Being a parent takes a toll on you, no matter how much you love your child. Pair that with work and college obligations, and you’ll need to start making concessions on what to focus on the day-to-day. According to EdTrust, over 50% of parent-students are employed, with 36% explaining their financial situation as stressful. While it’s difficult, ...
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How to Combine Studying In College and Parenting?
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Being a parent who is also a student means that a lot of compromises have to be made. However, these compromises should not include failing your exams or even dropping out; quite the contrary. Being successful in both fields may be somewhat limited, but it is not unattainable, so let’s consider some ways you can improve your likelihood of ...
How to Help Your Child Choose a College?
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When it comes time for your child to graduate high school and attend college, it’s a proud moment for most parents. The joy of seeing their kid progress through life is truly overwhelming. As children are typically inexperienced in making certain life decisions, parents are often compelled to want to help. However, this needs to be done ...
Main Pros and Cons of Working as a Mom While in College
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College can be challenging, especially if you’re a mom. It might seem overwhelming when you combine parenting with school and a job. However, many moms today are able to handle all 3 aspects of their life, albeit with some challenges. If you’re a mom wondering if you can do the same, you might want to read until the end. In this article, we ...
Being a Parent in College: Problems and Tips
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Living with your parents during your studies is one thing, but being a parent and studying is something entirely different. However, this is not unheard of, as more than a fifth of US college students are parents at the same time. With two huge responsibilities, all the stress seems to double as well. There are ways, however, to help you reduce ...