Author: Emma Johnson
9 things you can do now to prepare for a recession
Wondering if a recession is coming and how to prepare? While the United States’ most recent recession lasted just two months, ending in April 2020, current …
19 ways to get free prescription glasses & cheap frames
Have you realized the drugstore reading glasses aren’t cutting it anymore? Has your child come home with a note from the teacher saying they’re having …
Retirement strategies every woman should know
If you haven’t taken time to set up a retirement account, this is your official nudge. If you already have one, make sure your contributions reflect …
A single parent’s guide to tax returns in 2022
Gah! Taxes! No one likes them (except maybe accountants and sadists), but you and I know we have to deal with them. As a single …
9 ways single moms can build wealth in 2022
Whew, it’s 2022, baby! If you’re like me, you set some resolutions, goals and milestones to hit in this new calendar year. This might include …
54 questions to ask before getting married
Susan Piver’s book, The Hard Questions: 100 Essential Questions to Ask Before You Say “I Do,” has helped thousands of couples connect — or realize they should split. …
9 smart money moves to make before the year ends
Take the time now to make some smart money moves and you’ll set yourself up to be more financially secure not just in 2022, but for …
9 red flags to watch for in dating & relationships
“It should have been a red flag that … ” I hear that so many times from both women and men who are heartbroken, abused or …
Why you should stop doing your own laundry (& other housework)
Last summer my kids returned from a couple weeks in Los Angeles where they stayed with their aunt. Me: Why does Lucas have all new underwear? …
Here’s why you shouldn’t be doing your own laundry (or other housework)
Last summer my kids returned from a couple weeks in Los Angeles where they stayed with their aunt. Me: Why does Lucas have all new underwear? …
17 things every woman should do alone (at least once)
I was speaking with a recently-separated friend. She had been with her husband for more than 15 years, and the prospect of spending so much time alone was …
The best online therapy sites for moms
If you told me eight years ago I could find a licensed psychologist to come to my apartment in New York City for less than $150 and …
Best online diamond buyers (& what to ask them before selling)
Are you ready to let go of the past, declutter, and make a pretty profit? Of course you are. Here’s what I want you to do: …
How to simplify your finances & reach your money goals
If you are stressed about your money, chances are that you are also financially unorganized, whether you regularly fail to stick to a budget (or maybe …
How to find quick, hidden money in a divorce
If you’re looking for sneaky or aggressive ways to shake money from your soon-to-be ex, click off this post and look elsewhere. But if you’re going through …
Is shared parenting really best for children?
First, let’s establish this right away: Shared parenting isn’t right for families where one parent struggles with addiction, there is a history of violence or abuse, or …
How to start investing: A guide for women
I am on a personal mission to get women to save and invest more. There are some fascinating studies that find that women are actually better at investing …
Why do moms still feel guilty about working?
Working mom guilt is a powerful, negative force that is as dated as it is prevalent. I have written on this topic extensively through my blog, …
A single mom’s step-by-step guide for getting out of debt
Are you a single mom who wants to pay off debt for GOOD? If you live with consumer debt, you are not alone. According to U.S. …
6 road trip rules for single moms with kids
After returning from a two-week road trip with my kids, this is my perspective: Why was everyone I know warning me not to make the trek …
The 10 best dating websites for single moms
If you’re new to online dating as a single mom, it can be totally overwhelming and confusing. Which sites are the best? Which are full of freaks …
How to avoid bankruptcy during a divorce
Divorce is one of the leading predictors of both bankruptcy and home foreclosure. Women are especially prone to a long-term financial fallout from divorce. Within a year …
How to divorce like a feminist
Whether you were married to your kids’ dad, were in a couple or your encounter was a hookup, this post is for you. I believe that …
What to consider when changing your name after a divorce
Recently, a newly single mom messaged me: “Can you please write about a name change after divorce? I don’t want to share my name with my ex-husband …
How to protect your identity during a divorce or breakup
When Mandi broke up with her longtime partner three years ago, she had many, many stresses: How would she care for her baby daughter? How would …
The only divorce checklist you need
Whether you are planning to leave a bad (or even dangerous) relationship, or have already mutually and amicably agreed to part ways with your spouse, the …
9 reasons dating is better as a single mom
Through my circle of friends and single moms I meet through this blog, I often hear cries of horror about the thought of single-mom dating. What man …
28 ways to be a better co-parent
It is not divorce or separated families that harm children — but conflict between parents. Together, we can work to stop that from happening and promote shared …
Should you pay for credit repair?
One of your greatest tools to building wealth is your credit score. With a solid credit score and history, you have access to interest rates, including a mortgage …
Best high-paid, work-at-home jobs for moms
Since becoming a mom eight years ago, I have felt so grateful that I have control over my time, location, client base and professional happiness. One …
