Last weekend I attended my first wedding as a solo parent. I was pleasantly surprised what a great time I had. I'd been nervous about how challenging it might be to manage my daughter on my own for the whole day. Having two great friends there who were eager and...
Check out my latest podcast interview on The Best of Both Worlds Podcast. I discuss with the two hosts Laura Vanderkam and Sarah Hart-Unger my decision to embark on solo motherhood and the inspiration behind starting The Stork and I. To listen on Acast or itunes,...
I used to pride myself on the fact that I wasn't at all materialistic. This was until I had to review my options about returning to work following my maternity leave. It was at this moment that I had to question my beliefs and make some tough decisions. For any mum,...
The lovely Polly Kerr has shared her story of becoming a solo mum to support and inspire others thinking of following the same path. If you have any questions feel free to ask them in the post below and Polly will try to answer them for you. ...
I've created a solo mum story page on The Stork and I website, to start sharing a collection of stories from women who have gone through the process of becoming a solo mum. I'm kicking it off with my own story. Watch this space as I share others. Personal...
If you've not seen it already, check out the guest post I wrote for Selfish Mother on my journey to becoming a solo mum and the creation of The Stork and I. If you like it, give it a share on social media or leave your comments.
I am a solo mum to a 5 and a half month old and in that time I have picked up some do's and dont's that in my opinion will make your life easier and allow you to thrive. From my learnings so far I would give the following advice: Recognise that you're not in a totally...
