Parenting
Parenting your child is another positive option for you and your baby. Becoming a parent can be overwhelming, but we are here for you.
Q: Can anyone help me with baby items?
Many churches and community
agencies can help with needed baby items. Your counselor or local
crisis pregnancy center can connect you with parenting classes and
other resources, including public assistance for medical and financial
needs.
Q: How do I get support from the birthfather?
The birthfather’s
legal responsibilities include providing financial support for your child.
Most states have a child support enforcement agency which will
withhold money from his paycheck if he is unwilling to pay. Your child
is entitled to financial support. If, however, you cannot get child
support, you must plan on how you will care for your baby without it.
Q: Can I be forced to quit school?
Most schools encourage you to continue
your education. Some educational programs for single parents offer
night classes, loans, childcare, and even transportation. You may
decide to take a semester off while you adjust to single parenting,
but your educational goals are still reachable. No one will force you
to quit school.
Q: How will single parenting affect my dating?
Parenting
may limit your dating. When you choose to parent, your child’s needs
will demand most of your attention. Some people you may date may not want
to take second place to your child.
Q: How do I explain to my child why there is no father in our home?
Not having a father present may be hard
for a child to understand. Explain that because of complicated
circumstances, he is unable to be a part of your family. Talk as
positively about the other parent as you can without being dishonest.
Even if you don't like him, he is someone special to your child. Having a
positive male role model in your child's life is important to your
child's growth and development. How your child perceives caring adults
of either sex will affect how he or she will relate to others as an
adult.
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Las Vegas, NV 89102
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