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The Multiple Burdens: Navigating Experiences of Solo Parent Mothers in Davao City Water District

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  • Sheila May S. Bresenio

    (University of Southeastern Philippines, Philippines)

  • Aristeo C. Salapa

    (University of Southeastern Philippines, Philippines)

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This phenomenological study was conducted with the purpose of analyzing the multiple burdens of solo-parent mothers. It revealed the various challenges they experienced and coping mechanisms that they employ to manage their day-to-day roles and responsibilities. The study participants were eight (8) solo-parent mothers employed in Davao City Water District (DCWD) who underwent an in-depth interview. Narratives taken from the interview were transcribed, translated, and coded to extract themes. Dominant themes in the manifestations of multiple burdens were absenteeism, tardiness, and extended working hours or getting a second job. As to the effects of their multiple burdens, the themes include health issues, missed opportunities, resilient and independent, sense of fulfillment. When it comes to their coping mechanisms, the themes include time management, a strong support system, strong faith, and stress management. The results contribute to increasing the understanding of the perspectives and challenges experienced by solo-parent mother, it also provides insight on how workplace policies can be more responsive.

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  • Sheila May S. Bresenio & Aristeo C. Salapa, 2023. "The Multiple Burdens: Navigating Experiences of Solo Parent Mothers in Davao City Water District," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 7(6), pages 617-632, June.
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