Beth Montgomery, Author at Central Penn Business Journal

Beth Montgomery

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Beth Montgomery is a sober, single mom turned empty nester who now guides others through life’s biggest transitions as a Certified Death Doula. With a heart that’s navigated park picnics, senior photos, and final goodbyes, she writes about grief, growth, and rediscovering yourself when the kids are grown and the dog has crossed the rainbow bridge. She believes in peanut butter sandwiches, tender truth-telling, and living a life you won’t regret.

Recent Articles from Beth Montgomery

Central Penn Parent May 7, 2024

From single mom to death doula

Life has a funny way of leading us down unexpected paths, doesn't it? As a single mom, I've juggled numerous roles over the years, trying to provide for my kids while also finding my own way in the world.

Central Penn Parent April 15, 2024

Dear younger me, a letter from the future

As I sit down to jot these words, I can't help but imagine if I could travel back in time and have a heart-to-heart with my younger self.

Central Penn Parent March 19, 2024

My journey as a single mom balancing career and parenthood

Being a single mom has been a wild ride filled with ups, downs, and a fair share of juggling acts. Back in the days when my kids were in elementary and middle school, getting them on and off the school bus felt like I was participating in a daily circus act.

Family relations concept image - mother meets her little son

Central Penn Parent October 9, 2023

Co-parenting teens: tackling communication challenges with empathy and understanding

As a single parent, I've always believed that co-parenting should be about collaboration, mutual respect, and, most importantly, what's best for our children

Central Penn Parent September 5, 2023

Life changed when I learned to ask for help

As I sit here reminiscing about the journey I've taken as a single parent who's now an empty nester, it is vividly clear that learning to ask for help was a struggle

Central Penn Parent August 8, 2023

Keeping the lines of communication open

While I am undoubtedly proud of their growth and excited for their adventures, I am also learning how to communicate with them in this new phase of our lives.