Season 2, Unknown/Anonymous/ID Release donor, Known donor, 40-45, Double donation (egg and sperm), Australian/local donor, Overseas donor, IVF/ICSI, Three or more children, QLD, Multiples (twins/triplets) Alisha Burns Season 2, Unknown/Anonymous/ID Release donor, Known donor, 40-45, Double donation (egg and sperm), Australian/local donor, Overseas donor, IVF/ICSI, Three or more children, QLD, Multiples (twins/triplets) Alisha Burns

S2:E31 – Liza, Oscar, Archie & Jack

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.

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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 1, Under 30, Unknown/Anonymous/ID Release donor, IVF/ICSI, Overseas donor, Donated Sperm, NSW, Three or more children, Children with additional needs Alisha Burns Season 1, Under 30, Unknown/Anonymous/ID Release donor, IVF/ICSI, Overseas donor, Donated Sperm, NSW, Three or more children, Children with additional needs Alisha Burns

S1:E13 – Carly, Lucy, Theo & Gracie

How Carly embraced solo motherhood at 28, overcame fertility challenges, and welcomed Lucy, Theo, and Gracie.

In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Carly shares her inspiring and heartwarming journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to three beautiful children. After deciding at 28 to stop waiting for the right partner, Carly took matters into her own hands. Her journey included failed IUIs, IVF with ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), and finally, the joy of welcoming her children: Lucy, Theo, and Gracie. Carly reflects on managing pregnancies, balancing life with three little ones, and finding joy in the chaos. Her story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of building a family on your own terms.

Key Takeaways:

  • Choosing solo motherhood at 28 and facing initial skepticism from family.

  • The challenges of IUI, IVF, and dealing with OHSS.

  • Managing three pregnancies, each with its unique challenges.

  • Building a support network and balancing solo parenting.

  • The joy, love, and fulfillment of having three children as a solo mum.

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