Tiesha Milne, a blind single mother of two, battles Graves' disease and seeks minimally invasive thyroid surgery in Florida to improve her health and be there for her children, facing financial and health challenges with faith and resilience.
Selena Gomez revealed she had planned to adopt a child as a single mother at age 35 before entering her current relationship with musician Benny Blanco. She shared that she had been single for five years and had grown accustomed to being alone. Now, she cherishes her relationship with Benny, who has expressed his desire to become a parent.
Sarah McLachlan is celebrating the 30th anniversary of her 1993 album "Fumbling Towards Ecstasy" with her first full-band tour in a decade. Despite vocal challenges, she remains committed to her music and nonprofit work, having focused on motherhood and her music school over the past two decades.
"Baywatch" actress Nicole Eggert reveals her stage 2 breast cancer diagnosis and expresses concern about being a single mother with no family support to cover the bills while she undergoes treatment. Eggert, 51, is determined to survive for her 12-year-old daughter and is waiting to begin chemotherapy and radiation. A friend created a GoFundMe page for her, and she hopes to start a non-profit to support other single parents facing similar challenges.
Rihanna reportedly fears becoming a single mother as her partner, ASAP Rocky, faces trial for a firearm assault case. Sources claim that Rihanna is "terrified" of the possibility of her partner going to jail and leaving her to raise their two children alone. The case is moving to trial, and ASAP Rocky's lawyers are assuring Rihanna that they will keep him out of prison. However, the situation has caused significant stress for Rihanna, who is trying to stay calm amidst the legal drama.
A single mother in Russia, struggling to repay a bank loan, claims that bailiffs suggested she join the military to pay off her debt. Olga, who has two children, received a letter from the bailiffs instructing her to contact the military commissariat and enlist in contract military service. However, she expressed concerns about leaving her children and refused to sign up. The bailiff service stated that such recommendations are not personalized and are meant to inform debtors that debt recovery is suspended if they participate in combat actions as part of the Russian Armed Forces.
Brianna Minarik, a 29-year-old single mother from Hilton, New York, is living with terminal breast cancer. Diagnosed with Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer at 28 years old, Brianna has tumors in her arm, hips, tailbone, chest, and breast. Despite the prognosis of only a year to live, she has undergone radiation treatments and her prognosis has been extended to five years. Brianna and her 5-year-old son, Ryder, are cherishing each day and fighting for more years together. A recent study shows that the five-year survival rate for women with metastatic breast cancer is increasing, giving hope to Brianna and others in similar situations.
A single mother is considering changing her children's last names to her own, but her 10-year-old child has mixed feelings about it. The mother should prioritize her child's feelings and discuss the name change privately, emphasizing the desire for the family to share the same surname. If the older child strongly opposes the change, the mother should respect their wishes and hold off on the name change. In another letter, a person seeks advice on how to handle their aging mother's forgetfulness, and the response emphasizes the importance of patience and suggests seeking medical advice. Lastly, a reader shares their experience of throwing smaller wedding parties across the country after having a destination wedding, which helped alleviate complaints from family members who were not invited to the original ceremony.
A single mother seeks advice on changing her children's last names to her own, but is concerned about her 10-year-old's mixed feelings. The columnist suggests discussing the matter with the older child privately and considering his perspective, as he may be holding onto his father's name as a way to maintain a sense of normalcy. The mother is advised to emphasize the desire for the family to share the same surname and explore the option of making their father's surname their middle names. In another letter, a person seeks guidance on how to handle their mother's forgetfulness, with the columnist recommending patience and a trip to the doctor to rule out any treatable causes. Lastly, a reader shares their experience of throwing smaller wedding parties across the country after having a destination wedding, which successfully addressed the complaints of family members who were not invited.
A single mother of three, Samantha Hayes, was killed at Broken Bow Airport in Oklahoma when the wing of a landing plane struck her head while she was riding a lawn mower. The pilot attempted to take off to avoid hitting her but was unable to gain altitude fast enough. Hayes was declared dead at the scene, while the pilot was uninjured. The accident is under investigation. Friends mourned Hayes' loss on social media, describing her as a loving mother and a beautiful soul.
Katie Holmes reflects on her "intense" divorce from Tom Cruise in a recent interview, recalling the challenges of being in the public eye while raising their daughter, Suri. Rumors of Scientology playing a role in their split have persisted, with Cruise admitting that Suri is no longer a practicing member. Holmes has remained tight-lipped about the divorce due to a reported clause in their settlement. She shared a heartwarming moment when a kind cab driver helped her carry a sleeping Suri home, highlighting the support she received from strangers during that time. Despite ongoing rumors about Cruise's absence from Suri's life, Holmes has given occasional glimpses into their happy life together.
Kelsey Kaminky, a 32-year-old single mother of two from Thornton, was diagnosed with breast cancer in February this year. She had a double mastectomy, but a recent scan showed another spot on her liver and one in her left armpit. Kaminky went through her first round of six hours of chemotherapy just days before Mother's Day. Her best friend and neighbor started a GoFundMe to help with treatment costs. Kaminky urges other young women to get checked out if something feels off with their body.
A 46-year-old single mother is considering emptying her 401(k) to pay off her $128,000 mortgage on a house worth $400,000 in Miami. She has an annual income of $108,000, owes $6,000 on her car, and has about $5,000 in credit card debt. While not having to pay a monthly mortgage would increase her savings, financial experts advise against emptying a 401(k) due to taxes and penalties, and suggest exploring other options such as refinancing or selling the house.
A single mother and exotic dancer, Fire Wilmore, was rejected by American Idol judges after her performance of Bruno Mars’ “Talking to the Moon.” Her 4-year-old daughter handed her a Golden Ticket, but Wilmore demanded her to put it back. Katy Perry offered her a second chance at auditioning in Nashville, telling her, “That’s where you’re gonna show us what the fire is. I know you didn’t name yourself that for nothing.”