"Happily ever after is not a fairy tale. It’s a choice." – Fawn Weaver Let me begin by saying I don’t subscribe to the idea of 'happily ever after.' It suggests life is like a fairytale, which we all know it’s not. Buying in to this concept can lead to unnecessary...

Many people believe solo parenthood will be harder and less rewarding than parenting in a romantic partnership. We can reframe these beliefs.

Valentine's Day is a day traditionally associated with romantic love and couples, with the exchange of cards and gifts becoming common. For many single people it has been a day to dread, or avoid, often making us feel left out and lacking. A day dedicated to...

Let's be honest, we all love a happy ending. For centuries, the concept of "happily ever after" has been deeply ingrained in our collective consciousness. From fairy tales to romantic comedies, romance novels and the way the media write about celebrities, we've been...

I read a thread on a Facebook Group last month where the author claimed that she wanted the word on her child's birth certificate changed from 'Father' to 'Parent'. The section would be left blank as her child was donor conceived, but her preference was to have the...