An ideal family in our heads includes a mother, father, and their children all together in one home. Not all children are born into ideal families. Some are divorced or separated even before the bun pops out of the oven. Some parents eventually separate during the marriage. Some stay together but are not in the best arrangement—for instance, a battered parent or a partner who unapologetically cheats. Some have financial difficulties which ultimately cause the breakup of the family. While there are those who are widowed and are left with their children and no partner.
There are many factors as to why children are left with a single parent. No matter what the reason is, the trauma it gives to the kid is indescribable. It transcends through different phases of the kid’s life and affects his or her relationships and adulthood in general. A parent left alone will assume the roles of a mom and a dad in the traditional sense. He or she would have to provide financially for the family. He or she would have to take care of the household. He or she would have to be present in their kids’ lives while working extra hard to provide financial stability for the family.
A single parent would have to beg off in social engagements, either his or her schedule does not allow it or his or her budget can’t afford to do so. A single parent might get the hate of his or her kids because she or he won’t always be present in every school activity or milestone in the kid’s life. A single parent might experience burnout and would have no choice but to continue working because he or she can’t abandon the children.
With everything said, it can’t be described in words how difficult it is to be a single parent. A single dad and mom might have different experiences. We all know that we still live in a patriarchal society and moms might experience being judged for not having a partner with them. A mom might have fewer opportunities for career growth or promotion just because she’s a woman. It’s hard to fill up the shoes of an absentee parent, and we’re here to give a salute to all single parents out there.
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we invite everyone to celebrate as well the single parents, to recognize their struggles, and to help them be given equal opportunities for a happy, free life. As children of single parents, we should show them how much we love them this Mother’s Day.
Aside from a sentimental gift, maybe a letter or a piece of art you did by yourself, why not give a practical gift as well? Something that can add value to their lives, and something that can give them the convenience, comfort, and luxury they so deserve. We suggest that you hand them over a piece of ergonomic furniture. Not only do ergonomics assure that they have a comfortable work experience, the science of it is proven to promote good health and boost work productivity. They would make good use of their time and have extra time for themselves, their children, and friends. Who knows they might even meet someone who can be their new partner in life just because they were blessed with a hassle-free way of working.
We list down some ergonomic items you may get for a hardworking, single parent this Mother’s Day.
1. Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair
As established above, moms or single parents are the most hard-working people. Their ‘work’ hours extend long into the evening, making sure everyone in the family is doing okay. They often take their health for granted and forget about comfort altogether. They would surely appreciate the Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair to give them an upgraded quality of life. The chair features a 3D lumbar support system, a 135-degree lounge tilt, and 4D adjustable armrests. The elegantly curved backrest will conform to the neck and spine that will providing the maximum headrest and lumbar support. The armrests are adjustable in four dimensions that contour effortlessly to the arms and elbows. It is made of Italian-imported chenille and K+R temperature-sensitive fiber that will provide maximum ventilation and the most delicate of fabrics. It also features the best-in-industry Samhongsa Class 4 Gas Lift which guarantees that this chair will be able to handle whatever you throw at it.
2. Pro Standing Desk (E5)
A single parent will most likely benefit from a standing desk to help boost work efficiency and ensure productivity. One of FlexiSpot’s most popular products is this E5 standing desk. It uses a new generation of motor technology so that the desk is more friendly to any user. It has a dual-motor lifting system that is combined with a double crossbeam structure which provides users with a smooth and stable operation. What customers love about this product is that lifting is swift and makes no noise. Everything that is on the desk while the desktop is being lifted stays stable and upright. It also features a control panel that boasts an illuminated LED display with a button wake-up and three memory presets. You may set a timer from 0 to 99 minutes so that you’ll be reminded to change postures or go from sitting to standing and vice versa. Lastly, the desktop is made of bamboo and the frame is of quality, strong, and stable.
3. V9 Pro Home Office Height Adjustable Cycle Desk Bike
With a tight schedule, we bet that your single parent doesn’t have any more time for fitness. This is very important to maintain good health so we want to help you make time for them wherein they could still be active while working. This desk companion can help a single parent squeeze in a workout even though she or he is busy working or doing crafty projects. They would really be thankful for a chair that can boost energy at any time and also check off the workout requirement for the day. This FlexiSpot product has comfortable pedals that hardly make any noise during pedaling, meaning it can be used comfortably even while in meetings and having other people in the house. The bike features a calorie tracker to monitor progress and a customizable cardio with adjustable resistance levels. The height of the seat can be adjusted according to one’s desire and the removable keyboard tray may be used as a desktop. It’s compact and reliable which FlexiSpot customers love. Your single parent has no excuse, not to work out!
