Do single fathers experience the same hardships as single mothers?

Question

Do single fathers experience the same hardships as single mothers?

Answer 1

As a single father, I would say yes, we still miss our children just the same as the mother.  Money wise it all depends on the courts as of who pays the child support.  Whoever pays has much more hard ships because some of your paycheck is gone.  your style of living is adjusted drasticly.

Answer 2

dudes dont have to wipe when they pee and that leaves more time to work and take care of the kid. women are totally stressed on time.

so no. single fathers do not experience the same hardships as single mothers.

Answer 3

I reckon it would be tough either way. A mate of mine tried to manage work and a daughter.. it sure seemed a pretty tough gig to me... he was lucky enough to meet a lady who was doing the same... they make a great couple.

Answer 4

I would say so they are still doing the same job  

Answer 5

sure, but without PMS.

Answer 6

yeah but in different ways.  

Answer 7

Yes and no. The right answer depends on the circumstances. A deadbeat dad type wouldn't face the same hardships because he simply wouldn't care. Or if you're talking about a single father from a divorce who only sees the kid every other weekend then of course it's harder for the single mother.

However, if you're talking about a single father raising a son or daughter or several kids then of course you have the same types of hardships.

My wife passed when she was only 29 years old. Our daughter was six at the time and I raised her myself. Luckily, I had support from both sides of the family to help out. Not all single fathers have such support. So, yes, it can be just as hard for a single father raising a family as it is for a single mother.

Answer 8

yes they do. i was a single father to three beautiful children, two boys and one girl. i worked days and put on my apron at night. i did every thing a single mother did except i was one of those parents that was strict and didn't let them get away with much. i also gave them a lot of  hugs, kisses and i love you in the morning and before bed. i gave them what my two parents didn't. and it paid off. they all live on there own have there own money, two of them have a child and they call me on a regular basis. we get along great and i learned though trial and error that the best way to have a good relationship with your children is to love them unconditionally and be a friend as well as a parent. i have no regrets giving up fifteen years of my life to give them a chance to have a good life and i am blessed for what i did for them. so to all you single parents out please be good to your children and learn to be patience with them and you will not be pulling your hair out when they turn to teenagers. so peace out and good luck.  

Answer 9

Parenting is just hard, period. No matter what the circumstance. It's a mostly thankless, endless task that at times can feel as if there is no reward.

I have to say though, that some single mothers and fathers may have more hardships than others.. this will depend upon several factors:

1. Education

2. Job opportunity

3. Family/Friends support

4. Willingness to be an engaged parent

5. Financial stability

I believe it's tough no matter what your gender, and I believe single fathers and mothers share similar hardships, and some are unique to them.