When the storm warning hits your phone and you're the only adult in the house. When the car breaks down with your daughter in the backseat. When you realize nobody's coming to save you—because you're the one who saves everyone.
Your gut feeling about being prepared? Trust it. You're responsible for everyone's safety now.
Small steps matter. You don't need a bunker—just a few smart choices that fit your budget.
You're joining thousands of single moms who've already made the choice to feel safer. You're not alone in this.
Jessica's hands used to shake every time a storm was forecast. Now her kids ask HER if everything's okay—and she can honestly say yes. Here's what changed.
Highway 85, 9 PM, two kids in car seats. Engine light comes on. This is every single mom's nightmare—except it wasn't. Not this time.
They tell you to be strong. To not worry so much. But when you're the only grown-up? That fear is actually your superpower—here's how to use it.
Every single mom on this site has felt that pit in her stomach. The one that comes when you realize you're responsible for everything and everyone. Here's how we learned to handle it.
It's 8:45 PM. Target parking lot. Your toddler is melting down, you're juggling bags with one hand, keys in the other. You're scanning the lot because you have to. But you shouldn't have to feel this way just to buy milk.
Severe weather alert. Your stomach drops. The kids are looking at you for reassurance, but inside you're thinking: do I have batteries? Water? What if the power goes out for days? That panic? It's not irrational—it's responsibility.
6:30 AM school run. Still dark outside. Empty parking lot. You're unbuckling car seats with your back turned, and every instinct is screaming at you to stay alert. You deserve to focus on your kid, not your surroundings.
Landlord says no modifications. Security deposit on the line. But that flimsy door lock isn't cutting it. You've Googled "apartment safety" at 2 AM more times than you'll admit. There are solutions—ones that won't cost you your deposit.
March 2023. Tornado sirens. My 4-year-old Emma in my arms, and I realized we had no flashlight. No extra water. No plan. I was terrified—but worse, I was unprepared. And that felt like failing her.
I spent the next week obsessively researching emergency kits, reading reviews, comparing prices. My cart hit $400. For a single mom working two jobs, that wasn't happening. But doing nothing? Also not an option.
So I started small. I talked to other single moms. I tested budget options. I learned what actually matters versus what's just marketing. And when the next storm came? Emma didn't ask "what if." She said, "We have our bag, right Mom?"
That's why this site exists. Not to sell you stuff—but to share what actually works when you're doing this alone, on a budget, with kids watching your every move. Because you deserve to feel as prepared as you are strong.
Shayla Thomas
Founder, Single Mom, Still Learning
Houston, TX · Mom to Emma (5) · Coffee addict
We're not trying to sell you a bunker. These are the affordable, tested essentials that moms in our community reach for when things go sideways.
Because when the power's out and the tap runs dry, you don't want to be the mom scrambling for clean water. This is the easiest, grab-and-go option.
They weigh nothing, fold tiny, but keep your kids warm when the heat cuts out. I keep four in my trunk—just in case.
You never know when a scraped knee becomes something more. Having medical gloves on hand means you can help without hesitation.
Darkness is scary for kids. A good flashlight isn't just practical—it's peace of mind when the lights go out at 2 AM.
Honest disclosure: These are affiliate links. We earn a small commission if you purchase (at no extra cost to you). We only recommend what we'd buy ourselves—and we keep it to 10 products max. No endless shopping lists. Just the essentials.
No fluff. No fear-mongering. Just practical, tested advice from single moms who've figured it out—and want to save you the stress of researching everything yourself.
Forget the $500 survival bunkers. This guide shows you how to build a 72-hour kit for under $100—using stuff you might already have at home.
The five things that have saved single moms from highway breakdowns, flat tires, and those oh-crap moments when you realize you're 20 miles from home.
Your landlord said no modifications. Fine. Here's how to feel secure without losing your security deposit—from door reinforcement to window alarms.
You can't afford to evacuate and you can't afford to be unprepared. Real advice from moms who've weathered the storm—literally and financially.
The parking lot strategies, car safety habits, and personal alarm tips that help you get milk at 9 PM without that pit in your stomach.
Pre-dawn parking lots don't have to be scary. Quick, actionable steps to make every morning drop-off safer for you and your kids.
Some articles include links to products we've personally tested or that other single moms in our community swear by. We're honest about what works and what doesn't. Yes, we earn a small commission if you buy through our links—that's how we keep this site free. But we'll never recommend something just because it pays better. Your trust matters more than any commission check.
Our Promise: We limit ourselves to recommending no more than 10 carefully vetted products. No endless lists. No "buy everything" pressure. Just the essentials that make a real difference when you need them most.
