Those are the same thing. You either file a Joint return or Married filing separately or Head of Household if you qualify. You can't file Single.
How should you file…..
https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/marriage/should-you-and-your-spouse-file-taxes-jointly-or-separ...
If you have a child and lived apart for the last 6 months of 2024 you can file Head of Household.
Do you qualify for Head of Household?
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/family/help/do-i-qualify-for-head-of-household/00/25539
