Show Single Moms Some Extra Love This Father's Day
1) Throw her a virtual celebration.
Nothing shows a loved one you appreciate them like a party. Of course, with social distancing rules in place, you may have to celebrate Mom from afar. Gather all of her loved ones on Zoom and shower Mom with a little extra love.
2) Tell her she is — and has been — enough.
Being a parent is hard work, and being a single parent can come with the added challenge of self-doubt, according to Psychology Today. By telling her how thankful you are for her and the work she did raising you, you remind her she's doing a great job and chip away at that doubt.
3) Watch something with her.
Why not invite your mom to a Netflix Party? Watch a movie about mothers or a film that brings back memories of your childhood.
4) Order her next meal.
In today's climate, taking Mom to the favorite restaurant might not be an option. But you can order a delivery of her most favorite meals. Services like Purple Carrot and Uber Eats are great for shelling out specific menus from diverse restaurants or providing meal-kits with dishes you wouldn't normally try.
5) Further her education.
Some moms put their education on hold just to make sure their children are maintained. According to a brief from the Institute for Women's Policy Research, "4 in 10 women at two-year colleges say that they are likely or very likely to drop out of school due to their dependent care obligations."
Programs like MasterClass and Nikon's Creator's Hour are great ways to hone in on your parent's interest before investing in a full-time course. They're also fun to either watch or engage with at home and together.
6) Clean her home.
Your mom probably taught you that cleanliness is everything, and it's especially true these days. So give Mom a hand and help clean her home. Cleaning supplies might be still in high demand, you can contract services like those from Merry Maids who are specifically trained to cleanse your home from any nasty germs. The great thing about about these type of services is that their nation-wide, work with your schedule and constantly creating discounts.
7) Embrace her flaws.
Alongside self-doubt, mothers can worry about their own "flaws" affecting children's development. Creating a safe space where emotional hygiene is the main topic can be away to showcase your ability to accept her flaws with an unbiased eye.
This Father's Day, celebrate the moms who pull double duty.