Receiving Emotional Support as a Solo Parent
For many of us, deciding to become a solo parent is a massive decision for a variety of different reasons. One of those factors is often, questioning whether we’ll be…
Read More2 lessons that have helped me thrive as a solo mum
When I made the decision to pursue solo motherhood I realised that to thrive as a solo mum, I must wholeheartedly embrace this path. There was no room to question…
Read MoreTop Tips for Attending Antenatal Classes Solo
One of the most common questions I get asked by prospective solo mums is whether I would recommend attending an antenatal class alone. I will admit, it is one of…
Read MoreWhy I gravitate towards ‘happy families’
I’ve read many blogs aimed at single parents that advise you to avoid situations where you’ll bump into ‘happy families’. This recommendation is to prevent you feeling upset by seeing…
Read MoreHow I’ve decided to tackle my loneliness in 2019
‘Let’s be lonely together, a little less lonely together’ Rita Ora I’m a solo mum to an 11 month old daughter, Daisy. I’ve just got back from a lovely…
Read MoreWhy don’t you just have a one night stand?
I recently read a great post by Alice Rose called ‘Think! What not to say’ and her campaign #twnts. This campaign is about what not to say to people who are…
Read MoreGetting your loved ones on board with your plan to become a solo mum
I am extremely lucky as all my friends and family have been incredibly supportive of my plans and the journey I have been on to become a solo mum. I…
Read MoreWhy having a baby doesn’t make you feel less lonely
One of my coaching clients recently admitted to me that they believed having a baby as a solo mum would alleviate their loneliness. (they also agreed I could write about…
Read MoreHow to get your ‘mum tribe’ in place
When you make the choice to have a baby without having a partner, in my experience it’s really important to have other people around for support. I call them my…
Read MoreMother, daughter bonding
My mum’s ace! Fact. I know that I might be a bit biased but even my friends agree she is awesome! Despite her awesomeness, in the past we have experienced…
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