How to get my life back on track??

When I was living in the US I had some friends who are in your same position. They didn't know what to do because they didn't have as much time and money as regular teenagers. I'm not in your position as a mother but I'm 18 so I can help a little with teen stuff. I'm also in college studying journalism because if I had to choose a job in the whole world I'd choose working in VOGUE magazine. It sounds stupid but it makes me try hard to achieve what I like. You should do the same. Get a paper and write your dream job, or just stuff that you like doing. Then get what they have in common and see if there's a job that would help to get it. Example: if you like parenting, playing with kids, helping others, you could make a great teacher. Hope something that I said works for you. :)

First, congrats for not abandoning your education. I have a sister who is a nurse and just from listening to her experences in school and now on the job, if you do not want to help people in that way then the classes will be harder and you may never actually become good at your job. Think about the things that you like, how are you in math? There is acounting, secretarial work, teaching, go to the local college and see what certificates they offer because that may be the fastest way to learn a trade. What ever you decide to do remember to enjoy it.

i don't know how old are you... but i assume that you are still young because you say that you are a single teen mom... being young has a benefit because you still have lots of opportunities ahead of you... you can still do lots of things... just think what your hobbies and interests are and from there you can pursue your career... good luck... take care and have a nice day...

As a teen mom, you have missed out on some important things, like finishing school. So your first step is to finish that High School diploma. With that diploma you can then look at the availability of other training. Are you eligible for Job Corps? That might get you into a career field that you like. Do make a list of the things you like and the kind of people you enjoy being around. You are doing so well taking care of your son, when he is old enough, try to get him into some early childhood programs. There are some very good free services available. Good luck in what you are doing. Right now, the first thing is that diploma.

Hang in there. I am assuming that your family is helping you right now? Have you tried office work? If you know how to type then try getting into an insurance company or something. It's how I started off and moved up. I raised 4 kids on my own. It's tough but it can be done. I wasn't as young as you but you can do this.

First of all, good for you for having such focus to begin with. Most teens don't have such direction, yet alone those with children, so I commend you wholeheartedly. Second, focus on the high school part first. Try taking some personality tests and aptitude tests to find out where your interest lies. Again, I commend you for recognizing you won't be happy in nursing. Too many forty year olds feel trapped in jobs they hate, because they were blinded by dollar signs in the beginning. Are there any placement programs in your district/area? When I was about 18 I did three month job placements in different fields. If you're a young, single mother, there are probably lots of assistance programs to help you out with this. Find something you enjoy or at least has opportunity for growth. For example, a lot of companies will pay for continued education, such as banking industry, to upgrade your licences while you work there. That type of thing has lots of room for growth. You'd be surprised how many financial people ended up as human resource professionals because the opportunity was at the place they worked already. Hate to sound like a broken record, but again, good on you for having your head on so straight and your feet firmly planted. I'm sure your future is bright and will be crystal clear very soon. Your son is very lucky to have you.