Working single parents don't always have a family or friend who can take care of their children. Daycare, the only option when the child is too young for school but the cost of daycare can be up to half of a biweekly salary. It becomes more difficult when you include everyday needs, such as rent/mortgage, medical bills, gas, groceries, and regular utility bills.” According to the Census Bureau, in 1989, 5.7 million women were entitled to some sort of child support. But only half of these women actually received the full payment, and about a quarter received nothing. The average amount of child support received in 1989 was $2,995 per child. Child support payments increase significantly when divorced fathers have visitation and custody rights, the Census Bureau says. “Single parents need to make sure they have enough money at the end of the month, however married couples have an easier path when it comes to all of this. For example, when both parents work, their monthly income is significantly higher, giving them an added advantage when it comes to purchasing items, paying bills and other necessities. In the scenario where only one person works, it allows the other to take care of their children so they don't have to pay for a babysitter or daycare. Depending on the single parent's earned income, this determines whether they will receive government assistance. Government