As a single mother of eight children, Lakendra has relied heavily on the guidance and reassurance of early childhood development programs while juggling parenthood, work, and school. Parents face a variety of challenges that are compounded even more for single moms, and the support
that early childhood educators provide is vital. As she details the ways that compassionate educators have stood in the gap for her family, she shares her own journey as an educator, and how it is an ideal career path for mothers who find fulfillment in helping young people learn and reach milestones.