Scan barcode
katykelly's review
5.0
Empathy abounds. Facts, tips and it does feel world-expanding.
Everyone's experiences differ of course. My own short journey into the world of single parenthood is not the author's. And I've felt I've done alright so far, but the worries exist for everyone, the guilt, the shame even at times.
And to hear these things talked about, to hear anecdotes and stories from other women (as the author says, 90% of single parents are women), is reassuring.
I listened to this on an audiobook, driving to and from the job that covers my bills but that doesn't let me stop worrying about money. And as I washed up in the home my two children share with me week-on-week-off, thinking about what I'm doing well, what I could do better.
The author is so honest it made me well up a few times, about her humiliation in having to ask her ex to come to the supermarket to pay for his children's Christmas groceries. And also smile at her slightly ridiculous dating experiences. And feel relief that it isn't just me that feels both liberated and lonely when my kids are at their dad's.
There are resources mentioned I was glad to hear in there, like Gingerbread. I was concerned at one point when she talks about tax credits, as this benefit is now outdated and cannot be applied for but she does go on to talk about current benefits that exist.
A few things definitely hit home, I saw myself in here at times as well. And it did make me evaluate my life, home, routines, even compare (none of us can help that one).
Thompson writes well, she has a lovely turn of phrase and her journalistic skills shine through. She's researched her facts and manages to convey honesty and the depressing sides to single parenthood with the uplifting things she's taken from it herself.
A very useful read.
With thanks to Netgalley for providing a sample audio copy.
Everyone's experiences differ of course. My own short journey into the world of single parenthood is not the author's. And I've felt I've done alright so far, but the worries exist for everyone, the guilt, the shame even at times.
And to hear these things talked about, to hear anecdotes and stories from other women (as the author says, 90% of single parents are women), is reassuring.
I listened to this on an audiobook, driving to and from the job that covers my bills but that doesn't let me stop worrying about money. And as I washed up in the home my two children share with me week-on-week-off, thinking about what I'm doing well, what I could do better.
The author is so honest it made me well up a few times, about her humiliation in having to ask her ex to come to the supermarket to pay for his children's Christmas groceries. And also smile at her slightly ridiculous dating experiences. And feel relief that it isn't just me that feels both liberated and lonely when my kids are at their dad's.
There are resources mentioned I was glad to hear in there, like Gingerbread. I was concerned at one point when she talks about tax credits, as this benefit is now outdated and cannot be applied for but she does go on to talk about current benefits that exist.
A few things definitely hit home, I saw myself in here at times as well. And it did make me evaluate my life, home, routines, even compare (none of us can help that one).
Thompson writes well, she has a lovely turn of phrase and her journalistic skills shine through. She's researched her facts and manages to convey honesty and the depressing sides to single parenthood with the uplifting things she's taken from it herself.
A very useful read.
With thanks to Netgalley for providing a sample audio copy.
dooziekins's review
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
Thanks to Netgalley for a copy of this Audio!
I really enjoyed this insight into single motherhood from Sarah Thompson.
I'm a single mum and it's great to know there are others out there feeling the same way.
Focusing on the upsides of being a single parent is important, and this particular story reminded me to appreciate the good that has come from being a single mother.
I highly recommend this.
I really enjoyed this insight into single motherhood from Sarah Thompson.
I'm a single mum and it's great to know there are others out there feeling the same way.
Focusing on the upsides of being a single parent is important, and this particular story reminded me to appreciate the good that has come from being a single mother.
I highly recommend this.
More...