Single Parents

In this episode of Barely Legal, Morally Wrong, Alix and Mandy explore the realities of single parenting and the assumptions that still surround it.Following on from their recent discussion on grief, they turn their attention to a topic that is often part of everyday life but rarely discussed openly. From the language used to describe single parents, to the judgement and stigma that can still exist, this episode takes a candid look at the experience both inside and outside the workplace.Alix shares her own perspective, discussing the responsibility of managing everything alone, the lack of a safety net, and the practical and emotional challenges that come with it. The conversation also highlights the strengths that are often overlooked, including resilience, organisation and independence.This episode also considers how workplaces respond to single parents, and whether current attitudes and policies go far enough to recognise the realities involved.It is an honest and thought provoking discussion that encourages a more balanced and informed view of what it really means to be a single parent today.