When most people hear "my love story,” they assume it's the usual: meet someone, fall in love, get married, have a baby, all in that neat, predictable order. That was my story in my head too. I imagined it perfectly: I’d meet the right partner, we’d build a life...
Many of my coaching clients ask me "is dating any easier when you become a solo mum?" Like everything it's not that simple, and I'm quite sure people experience it differently. I've detailed out the 8 things that have changed for me about dating since I had my...
One reason more women are choosing solo motherhood is that they are becoming too fussy when finding a partner. This is what I have seen commented on recently. I'm not sure I agree. I’ve had people question me about whether this is the reason I've never met someone to...
If you follow my Instagram, you may have seen my mini rant on my stories about my recent solo mum dating experiences. I thought I'd elaborate slightly in a blog post and explore the world of dating as a solo mum. I've been internet dating for longer than I care to...
Me at 29 following the breakdown of a long term, relationship: ‘If I meet someone in the next year, date for a few years, then try for a baby, I could still have children before I’m 35.' Me at 34, still single: ‘If I meet someone in the next six months and date them...
When I was pregnant, I told people I would start dating again soon after having my baby. Most gave a little knowing chuckle thinking to themselves 'yeah right' and 'we'll see', believing that I would not feel like dating once my baby had arrived. Those who know me...
