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[quote=Anonymous]OP, I became a single mom of two ages 4 and 9.  My eldest just graduated from college and the youngest will finish high school soon.  I struggled financially without child support, worked a few part-time jobs, and went back to college full-time.  Also, I didn't have a support system or much of a social life.  We survived at the beginning on just $33k oer year living in a one bedroom apt in DC.  Since our living arrangement was so close, the three of us spent a lot of quality time together, more than just an hour or two each evening.

In hindsight, a support system would have taken an enormous amount of pressure off of me.  I think it's crucial that a single mom/parent have support, you have to nurture yourself.

With a special needs child you will have additional stressors and frustrations that you need to be aware of.  If I were you, I would wait a few years until the kids are little older to make a career move.  You're very fortunate to have a support system, go for better quality of life.  In this area the combination of locating safe & nurturing childcare, dealing with illness/sick days, and school closings can drive you nuts especially when you're a single mom juggling way too many balls.[/quote]

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