Recruited known donor, 35-40, Donated Sperm, Australian/local donor, At home AI (Artificial insemination), One child, WA Alisha Burns Recruited known donor, 35-40, Donated Sperm, Australian/local donor, At home AI (Artificial insemination), One child, WA Alisha Burns

S3:E1 - Lauren & Daisy

From Dating Disappointment to Embracing Single Motherhood: Lauren’s Story of Resilience, Community, and Building a Family on Her Own Terms

In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Lauren shares her inspiring journey to solo motherhood, driven by a desire for family and the limitations of her biological clock. Frustrated with the dating scene, Lauren explored options for motherhood on her own and ultimately chose donor conception using a known donor she recruited from a Facebook group. She reflects on navigating boundaries with a known donor, managing expectations from family, and the joy of raising her daughter, Daisy. Her story is filled with strength, intention, and the importance of creating a support network.

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Season 2, Recruited known donor, 35-40, Donated Sperm, Australian/local donor, At home AI (Artificial insemination), One child, VIC Alisha Burns Season 2, Recruited known donor, 35-40, Donated Sperm, Australian/local donor, At home AI (Artificial insemination), One child, VIC Alisha Burns

S2:E28 – LJ & Baby Z

LJ’s Inspiring Solo Motherhood Story After Heartbreak, a Unique Donor Match, and Building Family Support
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' LJ shares her journey to solo motherhood. After experiencing a broken engagement and years of trying to find the right partner, LJ decided to become a solo mother. She connected with a known donor through an app, carefully establishing a supportive agreement. LJ reflects on her experience with family support, navigating government systems as a solo mum, and her joy in raising Baby Z. Her story is one of resilience, courage, and redefining family on her terms.

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Season 2, Recruited known donor, Under 30, Donated Sperm, Australian/local donor, IUI, Three or more children, VIC, Children from a previous relationship, Premature birth, Multiples (twins/triplets) Alisha Burns Season 2, Recruited known donor, Under 30, Donated Sperm, Australian/local donor, IUI, Three or more children, VIC, Children from a previous relationship, Premature birth, Multiples (twins/triplets) Alisha Burns

S2:E20 – Renee, Amelia, Samuel & Miles

Renee’s Story of Resilience Through a Premature Birth, Choosing a Known Donor, and Raising Twins
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Renee shares her path to solo motherhood. Initially a mum to Amelia from a previous relationship, Renee’s journey took a unique turn when she decided to grow her family independently. Facing polycystic ovaries, IUI, and the choice to use a known donor, Renee welcomed twins Samuel and Miles after a complex pregnancy that required NICU support. Her story highlights the resilience required for solo parenting, managing a blended family dynamic, and the joys and challenges of raising three young children.

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Season 2, Recruited known donor, 30-35, Donated Sperm, Australian/local donor, At home AI (Artificial insemination), One child, NSW Alisha Burns Season 2, Recruited known donor, 30-35, Donated Sperm, Australian/local donor, At home AI (Artificial insemination), One child, NSW Alisha Burns

S2:E8 – Laura & Liam

Laura's DIY Path to Solo Motherhood: A Story of Determination and Resourcefulness
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Laura opens up about her unique journey to motherhood, opting for at-home insemination to bring her son, Liam, into the world. She shares insights on preparing herself physically and emotionally, finding the right donor, and managing the challenges of solo motherhood. Laura’s resourcefulness and commitment to creating her family shine through in her story.

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