Single vs. solo, same difference. I was in marriage and felt like you and called myself a single parent. I too was told, “why did you have kids if you didn’t want to take care of them.” Often times, when we know the realities of the situation, all we need from our partner is at least an attempt to lend a supportive hand, empathize and find ways to alleviate the burden. I feel men like that have the glory job. The few things they do - like take kids out to restaurants or buy them expensive gifts and walk away with being the best dad. Let’s make a distinction between provider vs parent first. Hang in there and vent as much as you want, it is helpful. Surround yourself with a support system that will help you even if it’s a drop in the ocean of help you need. Also, as your child gets older it will slightly become easier…..and you will be able to resume some sort of work life for 5-6 hours they are at school. It may not be a career, but at least a job.