A Guide for Single Mothers - NTUC

Where To Get HelpSingle Parent AgenciesParenting With A Difference!Acquire basic parenting principles to manage today’sgeneration of children.Understanding Divorce And Death AndIts Effects On FamiliesLearn to cope effectively with changes and adjustmentsfollowing the loss of a spouse.Parenting For Single Parents – Issues In Parenting OfChildren In Single Parent FamiliesPick up skills in single parenting and co-parenting,minimising the impact of divorce on children as well asnegotiating the changes and adjustments arising fromdivorce.31Parenting For Single Parents – Issues In Parenting OfTeenagers In Single Parent FamiliesKnow the impact of not having a father on a child as hegoes through adolescence. Gain an understanding of hisdevelopmental changes and learn how to discipline himthrough communication strategies.Co-Parenting Effectively After DivorceAdults are responsible for making the decision to divorce,yet children often blame themselves for it. This workshopseries will help children to understand the meaningof divorce and its effects on the family. The concept of“kedamaian” (peace) is used to encourage the ex-couple tore-examine their roles as single and co-parents.