From Doula to Mum: How Candace Balanced Work, IVF, and Found Community as a Solo Mother

In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Candace shares her remarkable journey to solo motherhood. A fertility expert and doula, she decided to have a child on her own after years of helping others create families. Candace opens up about the unique challenges of selecting a known donor, balancing her multiple businesses, and the deep emotions of bringing her daughter Maisie into the world. Her story offers valuable insights into navigating solo motherhood with resilience and love.

Cyndi’s Inspiring Story of Egg Freezing, Endometriosis, and Embracing Solo Motherhood with a Donated Embryo

In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Cyndi shares her remarkable journey to solo motherhood. With a teaching background and an adventurous spirit, Cyndi initially focused on travel and her career before choosing to pursue motherhood independently. She opens up about her struggles with endometriosis, freezing eggs, and the unexpected discovery that her egg quality was poor. After multiple rounds of IVF, Cyndi found hope through embryo donation and welcomed her son, Callaway. Cyndi reflects on her fertility journey, her experience with donor embryos, and the joy she’s found in raising her son. Her story highlights resilience, adaptability, and finding joy through perseverance.

From Building a Career to Building a Family: Sarah’s Candid Story of Solo Motherhood and Resilience

In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Alisha talks with Sarah, who shares her journey to solo motherhood, from weighing the decision to become a single parent to finding the right donor. Sarah opens up about her experiences with fertility, miscarriage, and ultimately welcoming her son, Dylan. Her journey is filled with strength, challenges, and the unwavering love for her new family.

Liza’s Inspiring Solo Motherhood Story After Choosing Donor Conception and Raising Three Boys
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Liza shares her extraordinary journey to solo motherhood. Starting with a focus on career and travel, she made the bold choice to pursue motherhood independently at age 37. After facing numerous IVF challenges and a decision to use donor eggs from her sister, Liza welcomed triplet sons, Oscar, Archie, and Jack. Liza opens up about her high-risk pregnancy, navigating life with triplets, and the deep bond she shares with her boys. Her story is one of resilience, support, and finding joy in an unexpected family journey.

Emily’s Inspiring Journey from Long-Distance Heartbreak to Solo Mum of Two Girls
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Emily shares her journey to solo motherhood. Initially in a long-distance relationship, Emily unexpectedly became pregnant with her daughter, Daisy, and moved abroad to be with Daisy’s father. However, their differences led her to return to Australia, embracing solo motherhood and raising Daisy on her own. Inspired to grow her family, Emily pursued donor conception for her second daughter, Polly, with the support of her family. Her story is one of resilience, healing, and finding joy and purpose through motherhood.

Navigating Motherhood with Love, Loss, and a Known Donor

In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Jess from Western Australia shares her journey to motherhood using a known donor, Phil, to bring her daughter Gwen and son Freddie into the world. Jess discusses the challenges of choosing a known donor, navigating legal agreements, and handling pregnancy loss. Her resilient story offers insight into her decision to have a second child despite doubts from her support system, her experience with home insemination, and the sense of family she’s built through love and community. This episode highlights Jess’s strength, the joys and challenges of solo motherhood, and the power of a supportive network.