What advantages and disadvantages can you identify for children in single-parent familes?

how might single-parent families deal with the advantages you have identified?What advantages and disadvantages can you identify for children in single-parent familes?
Well technically it all depends on that one single parent. But these are from my perspective. :)





Pros:


- The child will become extremely close with that parent


- The child will spend get to know extended family more (since everyone knows single parents can use all the help they can get)


- The child will get lots of social interaction at a young age, possibly at a daycare or babysitters.


- The child will learn that its not always a bad thing if life is unfair, and that you can accomplish things alone.





Cons


- Only one parent to make the money, keep up with the house and children.


- Sometimes less time is available to spend with the kids, thus the term ';Latchkey kid';


- With only one income the child might go without much more than other children


-The child could become spoiled because the parent feels guilty that their child has only one parent.








And I'm not quite sure I understand your other question. sorry. :(What advantages and disadvantages can you identify for children in single-parent familes?
they connect better with one parent but there is only one pair of perental eyes around:)

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Can paralegals do step parent adoptions?

can paralegals do step parent adoptions in tennessee? and how much will it cost?Can paralegals do step parent adoptions?
Paralegals can fill in forms. They can't give advice. Prices vary.Can paralegals do step parent adoptions?
You cannot hire a paralegal to perform the duties of an attorney. Sorry, it doesn't work that way.





Yes, paralegals can fill out forms but the adoption process is not just a bunch of forms. Trust me, I have done family law and adoptions for years. There needs to be a social study conducted, fingerprinting, the adopting parents need to be certified as acceptable to adopt, and there is (at least one) required court hearing plus more red tape.





Bottom line, you need to get an attorney.
Unethical practices of Paralegals include





Setting legal fees


Giving Advice


Acting as an attorney in court





So, yes, a Paralegal can fill out forms. Like others have posted, you don't need a paralegal for that.
Anyone can prepare the documents if they know how. They're not that complicated, and there's no requirement that they be prepared by a lawyer.

Are there any laws in NY State that would hold a parent responsible for the death of intoxicated child?

when they provided the alcohol and the child drove and died?


I have only found criminal negligence which is a felony.


everything else is just misdemeanors.Are there any laws in NY State that would hold a parent responsible for the death of intoxicated child?
I couldn't find any law dealing with this exact situation ... but.





In NY if a bar serves a person to the point of intoxication and they have a crash on the way home, the bar can be held liable for damages, even for damages to the drunk's property and injuries!





The parents would probably also be investigated by Social Services for allowing the minor to get drunk in their presence, they might lose custody of any other children in the home.Are there any laws in NY State that would hold a parent responsible for the death of intoxicated child?
Yes, its called murder two, criminally negligent homicide, endangering the welfare of a minor, and a whole host of other charges.
Yes, everything is illegal in NY.

If I'm 17 can I join a gym without taking my parent for the sign up?

It sucks because I'm 18 in a month.I'm just at that awkward stage between adult and adolescent.If I'm 17 can I join a gym without taking my parent for the sign up?
Sorry man but usually all the professional gyms require you to be 18 if you want to join without a gaurdian. I'm sure you can wait for a little. You will be 18 in a month so just hold on for a little longer.

Who governs CPS, they are destroying my life. I am a good parent?

I have been jumping through hoops for CPS for about a year now and they want to keep me in there program. Where do I turn for help. I have evidence that CPS lied in many areas in my report. There is no government office over them that I can find. CPS is the LAW. Where do I turn for help.Who governs CPS, they are destroying my life. I am a good parent?
In an election year, you can write to your legislators. They are much more likely to respond right now.Who governs CPS, they are destroying my life. I am a good parent?
Thank you, William B!

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Having lies in the report is a far cry from having bad information in the report. If you really have evidence (FACTS)that false information was intentionally used against you, you have a very civily actionable case. If that is actually the case (which I doubt), hire an attorney immediately, and file a civil suit. If your attorney turns over your ';evidence'; to them during discovery, they will crumble like a stale Oreo, and likely, offer to settle the damages out of court. You are correct, however, that other than legislative or executive officers (like the Governor), CPS (DSS) is pretty much in charge of itself. For the record, overzealous CPS employees are common, and often good parents do get the shaft. But, that's certainly not the majority.
making you jump is a CPS TRICK !!!





IF you jump through their hoops then they will assume that your guilty !





Stop jumping and stand your ground !!





You will then end up in front of a Judge.


that's Not a punishment - that's your right


you may need a lawyer
If you were such a good parent, how'd they get involved in your life in the first place? If you were truly doing what they asked, they would close the case!
You need to hire a lawyer. It may be expensive, but that is what you will have to do.
Oh wow...That would be a hard one? I know when we had issues with the child support office we went to the state rep and they helped us out alot. Maybe this also could be helped by them.
CPS is regulated by the courts.





If you do not play their game, you are dead meat

Whats a fancy and big word to describe a mother or parent job roll?

definition of a mother 24/7 job! I am a taxi driver, nurse, comforter, psychologist, maid, WHATS a fancy word for discribing a mother job





be nice please i just want fancy word when people ask me what i do for a living lolWhats a fancy and big word to describe a mother or parent job roll?
domestic engineerWhats a fancy and big word to describe a mother or parent job roll?
I don't have a facny word, but i do have the job description!





....PARENT - Job Description





This is hysterical. If it had been presented this way,


I don't believe any of us would have done it!!!!





POSITION:


Mom, Mommy, Mama, Ma


Dad, Daddy, Dada, Pa, Pop





JOB DESCRIPTION:





Long term, team players needed, for challenging,


permanent work in an often chaotic environment.





Candidates must possess excellent communication


and organizational skills and be willing to work


variable hours, which will include evenings and weekends


and frequent 24 hour shifts on call.





Some overnight travel required, including trips to


primitive camping sites on rainy weekends and endless sports tournaments in far away cities! Travel expenses not reimbursed.


Extensive courier duties also required.





RESPONSIBILITIES:


The rest of your life. Must be willing to be hated, at least temporarily, until someone needs $5.


Must be willing to bite tongue repeatedly.


Also, must possess the physical stamina of a


pack mule and be able to go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat in case, this time, the screams from the backyard are not someone just crying wolf.


Must be willing to face stimulating technical challenges,


such as small gadget repair, mysteriously sluggish toilets


and stuck zippers.


Must screen phone calls, maintain calendars and


coordinate production of multiple homework projects.


Must have ability to plan and organize social gatherings


for clients of all ages and mental outlooks.


Must be a willing to be indispensable one minute,


an embarrassment the next.


Must handle assembly and product safety testing of a


half million cheap, plastic toys, and battery operated devices.


Must always hope for the best but be prepared for the worst.


Must assume final, complete accountability for


the quality of the end product.


Responsibilities also include floor maintenance and


janitorial work throughout the facility.





POSSIBILITY FOR ADVANCEMENT %26amp; PROMOTION:


None.


Your job is to remain in the same position for years, without complaining, constantly retraining and updating your skills,


so that those in your charge can ultimately surpass you





PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE:





None required unfortunately.


On-the-job training offered on a continually exhausting basis.





WAGES AND COMPENSATION:


Get this! You pay them!


Offering frequent raises and bonuses.


A balloon payment is due when they turn 18 because


of the assumption that college will help them


become financially independent.


When you die, you give them whatever is left.


The oddest thing about this reverse-salary scheme is that


you actually enjoy it and wish you could only do more.





BENEFITS:


While no health or dental insurance, no pension,


no tuition reimbursement, no paid holidays and


no stock options are offered; this job supplies limitless opportunities for personal growth, unconditional love,


and free hugs and kisses for life if you play your cards right.
Executive Director of Domestic Affairs.
I think ';Mother'; just about covers it.
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How has becoming a parent or expecting changed your life?

Give a few of your best (or worst) examples...How has becoming a parent or expecting changed your life?
This poem always summed it up for me...





';Just for Today';





Just for this morning,


I am going to smile when I see your face...


and laugh when I feel like crying.





Just for this morning,


I will let you wake up softly in your flannel p.j.'s...


and hold you until you are ready to stir.





Just for this morning,


I will let you choose what you want to wear...


and I will say how beautiful you are.





Just for this morning,


I will step over the laundry to pick you up...


and take you to the park to play





Just for this morning,


I will leave the dishes in the sink...


and let you teach me how to put your puzzle together.





Just for this afternoon,


I will unplug the telephone and keep the computer off...


and sit with you in the garden


blowing bubbles.





Just for this afternoon,


I will not yell once, not even a tiny grumble when you


scream and whine for the ice cream truck...


and I will buy you one, if he comes by.





Just for this afternoon,


I won't worry about what you are going to be


when you grow up...


I will simply love you for the joy you bring me





Just for this afternoon,


I will let you help me make cookies...


and I wont stand over you . . . trying to 'fix things.'





Just for this afternoon,


I will take you to McDonald's and buy us both a 'Happy Meal'...


so you can have two toys.





Just for this evening,


I will hold you in my arms and tell you the story of how you


were born...


and how much we love you.





Just for this evening,


I will let you splash in the bathtub...


and I won't get angry when you pour water over your sister's


head.





Just for this evening,


I will let you stay up late...


while we sit on the porch swing


and count all the stars.





Just for this evening,


I will bring you glasses of water...


and snuggle beside you for hours...


and miss my favorite t.v. show.





And tonight when you are sleeping safe and warm in your bed,


I will think of the mothers and fathers


who mourn for the children they have lost.





I will remember the parents who sit by hospital beds,


watching over the little ones they love.





I will weep for those parents whose children are cold,


hungry and suffering,





and .... this evening,


when I kneel down to pray,


I will simply be grateful for all that I have





and not ask for anything...





except just one more day.How has becoming a parent or expecting changed your life?
yes!!im expecting and my boyfriend is sadly not here to experience the pregnancy with me. we were both very upset at first and now are more excited than ever since hell be home in time for his son!!!it has really changed and matured the both of us in many many ways!!!we both came to realize we could not goof off anymore and we had to take full responsibility for our child..we want him to have everything we didnt and more..
Being a parent has made realize the joy of life. Having a kids is great, hard work, but I'd do it again in heartbeat. It's made me grow up alot.You dont think that you can care so much about someone until you have a child.
it didnt really i still have a lot of myold freind i jsut dont see them as much, i dont drink as much but i still enjoy friday night drinks wiht friends at my palce instead of theres, we do a few more family thing like going to parks and such but ti works really for us, i think it all depends on how you feel and right for you guys
Here is life for me so far with my 5 month old:


worst:


i'm breastfeeding, so these examples go under this criteria:


1. no alcohol (too much of a hassle to pump and dump


2. no dairy products (she has a protein intolerance--but i'm losing a lot of weight


3. no being away from my baby for more than 3 hours (takes too much to pump)





here are some others:


1. stretch marks!!!!!!!


2. loose flesh right around the mid-section--my bikini days are over


3. don't remember what it's like to have a full nights sleep


4. constant worry: i still peek in at her in the middle of the night to make sure she's still breathing





here are great moments:


1. she says ';momma';


2. her beautiful smile


3. the cute little tush


basically, i am in love with this child. people talk about the love you feel for someone who's only minutes old, but its instantaneous. i look forward to every milestone...even when she's crawling and getting into everything. you basically grow up, or would hope to, because now here is someone totally dependent on you and its the most beautiful feeling in the world!
Honestly, my first kid made me feel like I was in a black hole. I thought that I had made the worst decision of my life and that I would never be happy again. Luckily that ended after a couple of months (post pardom) and I have loved being a mom ever since.





Having kids has made me less selfish, less needy, more able to understand others, there are always decent snacks in the cupboards, and I always have an excuse for being late, but it has also made more tired, more cluttered, I have a lot less free time and I don't get to do what I want usually with the free time I do have. My life is ruled by someone who doesn't quite understand that money doesn't grow on trees; and even though they are the cutest things in the world, I still want to beat them senseless on occasion (or perhaps regularly).





I think the things that somes up my experience with kids is that when Christmas comes around, I don't care one whit about what I get or even if I get anything. All I care about is seeing the looks on my kids faces on christmas morning. I think you know that parenthood has truly changed when you can say that.





What I am now looking forward to is grandkids. All the fun without all the work!
Well, besides the obvious things like money, time, and social outings with people my age there is one thing I can tell you that you may find insightful.





You never know unconditional love until you have a child. You can think that you do, but you really don't.





You know how you hear people say, ';I'd die for you'; or you may have even said or thought it yourself. You have to ask yourself though, Would you?? Would you REALLY die for someone else?? When I had my first child, my love for that child brought that question up in my mind. I know without a doubt that if some wild thing happened and I was forced to give my life to save my one of my children, I would do it without a second thought. I would not be scared no matter how I would have to die. If someone said I had to go out to the railroad tracks and stand in front of the 4 o'clock train, I'd be there at 2 to make sure it hit me.

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Do you prefer a parent over the other?

I know it's wrong to have favorites and I am grateful to have both in my life... but I prefer my dad over my mom. My mom is narrow minded (a bit racist and scared of camping for example) and would rather watch Filipino drama than listen to me. My dad, on the other hand, is open to a lot of things and will give me some advice.Do you prefer a parent over the other?
My mom watches Filipino drama but she still listens to me. XD So's my dad. So... both?Do you prefer a parent over the other?
Same with me. My dad is the best!


My mom is racist, homophobic, always puts me down, and she's too judge mental. I really wouldn't mind her out of my life. You know?
my mom never listens to me either. I will tell her something important and the next day ill remind her, and she'll tell me that i never told her anything about it.


My step dad does listen to me though
I have a great mom


I have a shtty dad


of course there's a preference
Mine were both hopeless !
at times i like my dad better, and at other times i like my mom better. It depends. But i do love them equally.

Can anyone tell me wherethere is a piercing parlor requiring no parent signature in north carolina?

i want one but dont know where to get it. Charlotte, NCCan anyone tell me wherethere is a piercing parlor requiring no parent signature in north carolina?
I doubt it. NC Law is pretty clear.





It's okay if it's just an ear piercing - there is no NC age requirement/parental permission for the ears.





For other piercings, the legal age is 18. But if you are 14+ with a photo ID or driver's license and are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian with proper ID, this is sufficient for the law.Can anyone tell me wherethere is a piercing parlor requiring no parent signature in north carolina?
im guessing u arent supposed to get anything pierced or u wouldnt be so worried about the whole signature deal.....lol
Hopefully none because I think that's illegal.

How should a mother re-introduce her child to their biological parent?

the child is only 4yrs.old and being raised by mom and step-dad,knows step dad as daddy b/c he's always been there for him.Biologiacal father is in and out...


Should both dad's be called dad?How should a mother re-introduce her child to their biological parent?
I think that Dad or Daddy is an earned title. I don't know the full extent of your situation, but it sounds like to me that his step father has earned the title. If the child does not feel comfortable with calling the other man Dad or Daddy, I wouldn't make him.How should a mother re-introduce her child to their biological parent?
Honestly, I think that the child already has a father. Why confuse her and cause instability? I think the man who contributed to her genetics should give up his parental rights and let her dad legally adopt her.
No that is so hard on a kid I went through it my baby sister is going thought it and so is my baby girl he is at a age were he is going to say daddy to the one he wants and the truth is if both man are really man and love the baby as much as they say they do they will leave it at that.

Can a non custodial parent file his child support case in another state?

I currently have a case in MI, and move to Texas, couldnt find employment for 8 months, and recently just got a job, had no money to fly to Mi for a court date. what can I do to resolve this issue. I currentlt received a letter stating i have a bench warrant.Can a non custodial parent file his child support case in another state?
Well, the moving part was dumb. Not getting a motion file to modify, however it took you to get to the hearing was dumb. And, if the other parent is still living there, than no, it can't be moved to your state. If you owe more than $5000, you have committed a federal felony by not living in Michigan.


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What would you do if (you knew that another Pupil, from a parent's eye)?

Was getting away with wearing certain things at School, like the England Shirt as a School Shirt.Or Tracksuit Bottoms not Trousers?, but your Children kept to the rules.





10 points go to the best answer.What would you do if (you knew that another Pupil, from a parent's eye)?
I wouldn't do anything. They'll get into trouble from school anyway. It should be no concern of another parent what another child is wearing to school. Yes, it may be unfair on your child, but also every other child is the same too. If no other parent is fussing over it, it can't be much of a big deal. It's just the one person being disobedient. I wouldn't bother about it. xWhat would you do if (you knew that another Pupil, from a parent's eye)?
wudnt care. i wear t shirts under my blouse nd open my blouse buttons =]

In Kentucky, what is the age where you can decide which parent to live with?

My parents got divorced when I was almost three and now my mom has been remarried for like seven years and I pretty much hate my step-dad and I want to go live with my real dad. My dad says you can decide when your 12 yrs. but I don't think that is true. Help?In Kentucky, what is the age where you can decide which parent to live with?
Yup. Your bio-dad is correct. You can decide when you're 12.In Kentucky, what is the age where you can decide which parent to live with?
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Step parent adoption takes place then parents divorce later on?

I'm curious- if you have been through this, has anything changed? Like obviously the parent that adopted the child has as much right to the child as any other parent in a divorce case, but did the parent treat the child differently? Were there biological children involved? Did the child feel treated differently? Step parent adoption takes place then parents divorce later on?
i was adopted by a step parent(father)


he went on to have his own daughter with my mother and yes i was treated as a step child


told for the first 10 yrs of my life he was my real father


then at around age 11 told he had adopted me


became awkward after that


then abusive................tons of fun


i dont believe in adoption if you still have one real parent in tact


Step parent adoption takes place then parents divorce later on?
I haven't been thru it, but I did adopt my step daughter. My husband and I talked at length about what would happen in the event of a divorce. The facts are that he risks losing custody should we divorce, or I risk having to pay child suppot until she is 18.





We have a biological child together and so my step daughter would be treated no differently than he would in a divorce situation.





I don't treat her any differently now, so I know I wouldn't then. She is mine the same as my other kids are. I don't know if she will feel any different than my bio kids do. I hope she dosen't.



I know a woman who convinced her new husband to legally adopt her son (from a prior marriage). They divorced within a few years and the new ';dad'; never had any kind of relationship with his ';son'; following the divorce.





I think the mother pushed for the idea of adoption because the new ';dad'; was from a wealthy, well-known family. She wanted the boy to have their name.
MY exhusband has been in my daughter's life since she was an infant. HE is really the only father that she's knows. We were married when she was 5 and divorced 4 years later. He adopted her about a month after we were married.


He has been and always will be her father. She will never consider another man to be her Daddy. HE is the one there for her. HE is the one that raised her.


But I do have to say that he probably does have more of a bond with our son, as I have more a bond I think with my daughter. Because even tho he IS her father, a part of me still claims her as ';mine'; if that makes sense. I don't mean to do that, but I just do. She doesn't feel like she is treated differently at all, she is just naturally closer to me. Maybe its a girl thing.
I actually know of a couple who did this.My next door neighbor had a daughter from a previous relationship (dad in jail for life and signed away his rights) when she met her new man, they married and he adopted her.








9 years later, they got a divorce and she still comes to his house on the weekends along with the couples 1 and 3 year old.He treats her like his other kids.





At first, the mother tried to take his rights away...she was unsuccessful.Now she is content with him being her father.

Should something like this be a big part in how they parent?

With my mom and dad, they wanted many children. Of nine pregnancies though all they got was me. So I was spoiled a lot. Still am.





But when I lean back and think about how my wife and I parent as opposed to how my parents raised me, I wonder if something like that should play a big role in how you raise your child.Should something like this be a big part in how they parent?
Do you mean should your being an only child despite all the trying affect the way your parents treated you? Your parents clearly wanted a child very badly and when you finally arrived you were the fulfillment of their dream. I'm sure they spoiled you out of love because they wanted the best for you, although spoiling a child isn't the best for them. Whether you think it should have or not, it did affect your parents' method of raising you.





You and your wife are a different couple, with different experiences, you will parent differently. That you are putting thought into your parenting style is great, you will do a better job because you care to think and learn. The most important thing is to love your children unselfishly and to raise them to become good, productive, and happy people.

How old do you have to be to petition for your parent to atleast become a u.s citizen?

my father is an illegal immigrant here in the u.s and i want to know how old is it that one is suppoae to be to petition for their parent to be a u.s. citizenHow old do you have to be to petition for your parent to atleast become a u.s citizen?
21How old do you have to be to petition for your parent to atleast become a u.s citizen?
Well, You must be 21 years old to petition your parents. However the trick is when did your parents enter the United States if your parents entered the U.S. years back and someone petitioned then before June 30, 2001 then your parents might qualify to get their Immigration status in order. However if No One has submitted an Application of their behalf then they might have to wait for a new law to pass.
You have to be 21 and he has to leave the USA. It can't be done while he's still here.

Is it possible to be born with an STD without either parent having one?

No. The only way you can be born with an STD is if your mother had an STD during pregnancy or delivery.Is it possible to be born with an STD without either parent having one?
no. the only way to get a sexually transmitted disease it to have it in your blood as in through your mothers umbilical cord or if you shoot up intravenous drugs (through your veins like heroin) bodily fluids, or direct sexual contact. so unless your parents are lying about having an std or youve had sex before you do not have an stdIs it possible to be born with an STD without either parent having one?
If your parents didn't have an std, then being born with one would not be likely to happen. Some stds are not passed through genetics.
Most likely not.
no
Did your doctor **** on your face as you were coming out of your mom? :3
No.

Has anyone applied for a tourist visa in Australia for a parent who is over 70 years old?

Is it hard?what are the documents that we need to provide?any information will be greatly appreciated.Has anyone applied for a tourist visa in Australia for a parent who is over 70 years old?
A tourist visa shoud be very easy to get. You do not say what country your mother is a citizen of. You can go to the website below for all info on applying for a tourist visa to Australia.