S3:E4 - Katie & Florence

From Reluctance to Motherhood: Katie’s Story of Resilience, IVF Success, and Raising a Daughter on Her Own Terms

In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Katie opens up about her journey from initial reluctance to embracing solo motherhood. Inspired by a powerful moment with a friend’s child, Katie chose to pursue IVF and bring her daughter, Florence, into the world. Through challenges like needle phobia and navigating pregnancy on her own, Katie’s story highlights resilience, independence, and the joys of building a family. Her experience offers inspiration and practical advice for anyone considering solo motherhood.

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S3:E2 - Helen & Billie

From Career and Community to Single Parenting: Helen’s Story of Resilience, IVF Success, and Finding Fulfilment with Baby Billie

In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Helen opens up about her journey to solo motherhood with her daughter, Billie. After deciding to pursue motherhood on her own, Helen shares her experiences navigating IVF, managing expectations, and balancing work and community while preparing for life as a single parent. Her story highlights the resilience needed to follow her dreams of motherhood, the power of self-advocacy, and the support system she built to make this new chapter successful.

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S2:E40 – Lisa & Grace

How Lisa’s Determination Led Her to Solo Motherhood and the Joy of Raising Daughter Grace
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Lisa shares her story of choosing solo motherhood after years of independence and a fulfilling career. After deciding not to wait for the 'right partner,' Lisa embraced fertility treatments and used a donor from California Cryobank. Her journey included a complex IVF process, genetic testing, and a high-risk pregnancy that culminated in her daughter, Grace, arriving prematurely. Lisa discusses the emotional and physical challenges she faced, including managing health complications, navigating NICU, and the joy and resilience she finds in raising Grace.

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S2:E38 – Leah & Dallas

Leah’s Path to Solo Motherhood, From Childhood Dreams to Choosing a Donor and Raising Her Son Dallas
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Leah shares her heartfelt journey to solo motherhood. Always dreaming of being a mum, Leah pursued solo parenthood after relationships didn’t align with her desire for children. She walks us through her experiences with IUI and IVF, choosing her ideal donor, and navigating a high-risk pregnancy that culminated in an early but healthy birth for her son, Dallas. Leah opens up about the realities of solo motherhood, her supportive family, and the unique joys of raising Dallas. Her story is one of resilience, courage, and finding fulfillment on her terms.

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S2:E37 – Carissa & Declan

Carissa’s Inspiring Story of Pursuing Solo Motherhood After Years of Travel, Fertility Challenges, and Finding Support
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Carissa shares her remarkable journey to solo motherhood. After a career spent traveling the world and working on major sporting events, Carissa decided to pursue motherhood independently. Her fertility journey involved several rounds of IVF, a rare cancer diagnosis, and ultimately the decision to use both donor eggs and sperm. She opens up about the emotional rollercoaster, the supportive network of family and friends, and her joy in raising her son, Declan. Carissa’s story highlights resilience, the power of community, and the strength it takes to create a family on her terms.

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S2:E35 – Cyndi & Callaway

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.

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S2:E34 – Sonya & Pippin

How Sonya Navigated Fertility Challenges, Chose Her Donor, and Found Joy in Solo Motherhood
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Sonya shares her heartfelt journey to becoming a solo mum. As a primary teacher and former lawyer, Sonya had always loved children, but it wasn’t until her early 30s during COVID that she committed to solo motherhood. She discusses her path through multiple rounds of fertility treatment, selecting an anonymous donor, and the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum. Now, with her son, Pippin, Sonya reflects on the highs and lows of solo motherhood, the support she received from family, and how her new life with Pippin has changed her perspective and priorities.

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S2:E32 – Angela & Lucas

Angela’s Inspiring Story of Solo Motherhood, Embracing Life with a Special Needs Child, and Building Support
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Angela shares her journey to solo motherhood. Living an adventurous life of travel and food, she initially pursued motherhood at 36 by freezing her eggs, only to later choose solo parenthood at 40 when she hadn’t met the right partner. After IVF challenges, Angela welcomed her son, Lucas, and later faced an autism and ADHD diagnosis. Angela opens up about navigating early interventions, building a strong support system, and the joy she finds in raising Lucas. Her story is one of resilience, adaptability, and creating a fulfilling family life.

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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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S2:E29 – Rebecca & Eden

Rebecca’s Inspiring Solo Motherhood Story After Grief, IVF, and Finding Strength in Motherhood
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Rebecca shares her journey to solo motherhood. After experiencing the loss of her beloved grandmother and a challenging fertility journey, Rebecca chose to pursue IVF, ultimately welcoming her daughter, Eden. She opens up about the emotional complexities of fertility treatments, choosing a donor with values aligned to her own, and coping with grief while navigating her path to motherhood. Rebecca’s story highlights resilience, intentionality, and the unique joys of solo parenting.

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S2:E27 - Libby, Ethan & Spencer

Libby’s Path from Career-Focused Goals to Solo Motherhood with Her Two Sons
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Libby shares her journey to solo motherhood. After focusing on her career in her 30s, she began to consider motherhood independently, pursuing IVF with a donor. Facing the complexities of choosing a donor and managing fertility treatments, she welcomed her first son, Ethan, and later had Spencer. Libby reflects on the highs and lows of motherhood, her support network, and adjusting to life with two young children. Her story highlights resilience, intentionality, and the unique challenges of creating a family solo.Libby was so clear she wanted to be a mother, she even chose her career to ensure she would be set up for them when they arrived. After achieving some significant career milestones and "career dating" with no success for 5 years she knew she'd regret it if she didn't try alone. She now lives

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S2:E26 – Allison & Austin

Allison’s Path from Event Planning to Solo Motherhood, Overcoming Anxiety and Finding Joy with Austin
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Allison shares her journey to solo motherhood. With a structured mindset and career in event planning, she initially set timelines for finding a partner. After navigating a toxic relationship and reaching her mid-30s, she chose to pursue motherhood independently. Through IUI and IVF, she welcomed her son, Austin, amid the challenges of COVID-19. Allison opens up about postnatal anxiety, adjusting to solo parenting, and how she found joy and support in her community. Her story is one of resilience, adaptability, and creating a life she loves with her son.

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S2:E25 – Shakira & Ruthie

Shakira’s Inspiring Path to Solo Motherhood After Years of Travel, Self-Discovery, and Supportive Family
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Shakira shares her journey to solo motherhood. After exploring different paths to parenthood and embracing a lifestyle of travel and self-discovery, Shakira decided to take charge of her dream of having a child. The COVID-19 pandemic allowed her to save and pursue fertility treatments, leading to the birth of her daughter, Ruthie. Shakira opens up about her choice of an Australian donor, the process of moving back to her hometown, and the emotional growth she’s experienced. Her story is one of resilience, independence, and the joy of raising a child on her own terms.

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S2:E24 – Christine & Braydon

Christine’s Inspiring Path to Solo Motherhood and Embracing Life with Son Braydon in Her Late 40s
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Christine shares her unique journey to solo motherhood, starting in her mid-40s after living a life full of travel and adventure. Deciding to become a mother on her own, she pursued fertility treatments abroad and welcomed her son, Braydon. Christine talks about the challenges of navigating IVF, selecting an anonymous donor, and the emotional journey of embracing motherhood later in life. Her story is one of resilience, intentionality, and building a family filled with love and support.

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S2:E23 – Lauren & Maxwell

Lauren’s Path from Heartbreaking Loss to Solo Motherhood and Finding Joy with Her Son Maxwell
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Lauren shares her deeply personal journey to solo motherhood. After the tragic loss of her husband to suicide, Lauren eventually found the courage to pursue motherhood independently. Through fertility treatments and an extensive donor search, she welcomed her son, Maxwell. Her story is one of healing, resilience, and finding joy again through motherhood. Lauren opens up about navigating grief, family support, and creating a loving, independent family for her son, Maxwell, who has also faced health challenges, including juvenile idiopathic arthritis.

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S2:E22 – Meredith & Rani

Meredith’s Inspiring Path from Trauma to Solo Motherhood and Finding Joy with Her Daughter Rani


In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Meredith shares her powerful journey to solo motherhood. After surviving a traumatic and abusive relationship in her younger years, Meredith decided to pursue motherhood independently when she reached her mid-30s. Navigating the complexities of IVF, IUI, and donor selection, she eventually welcomed her daughter, Rani. Meredith’s story is one of resilience, healing, and finding new purpose through motherhood, with the support of her family and a close-knit community.

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S2:E19 – Rebecca & Jamie

Rebecca’s Path to Solo Motherhood After Embracing Life’s Adventures and Finding Joy with Her Son Jamie
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Rebecca shares her remarkable journey to solo motherhood. After a life filled with travel, exploration, and adventure, Rebecca realized she was ready to become a mother on her own terms. Her story reveals the complexities of navigating IUI, IVF, and the decision to use a young donor. She describes her experience of balancing solo motherhood with her adventurous spirit, creating a beautiful life for her son, Jamie. Rebecca’s journey highlights resilience, thoughtful choices, and embracing life’s unpredictable turns.

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S2:E18 – Samantha, Scarlett & Audrey

Samantha’s Journey: Finding Strength After a Toxic Relationship and Embracing Life with Scarlet and Audrey
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Samantha shares her powerful journey to solo motherhood. After leaving a toxic marriage, she chose to pursue motherhood on her own terms, facing the challenges of fertility treatments and endometriosis. Samantha opens up about her experience with IUI and IVF, the complex decision-making around choosing an Australian donor, and the journey to welcoming her daughters, Scarlet and Audrey. Her story is one of resilience, healing, and creating a family filled with love and support.

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S2:E17 – Emilee and Florence

Emilee’s Inspiring Path to Solo Motherhood Amid Health Challenges and Finding Joy with Daughter Florence
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Emilee opens up about her journey to solo motherhood. Her story begins with a doctor’s unexpected suggestion to consider pregnancy sooner due to undiagnosed endometriosis. After unsuccessful relationships, Emilee decided to pursue motherhood independently. Despite challenges with IVF, endometriosis, and a complicated pregnancy with placenta previa, she welcomed her daughter, Florence. Emilee’s journey highlights resilience, family support, and the joy of embracing solo motherhood.

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S2:E16 – Kylie & Paige

Kylie’s Journey: Choosing Solo Motherhood and Finding Fulfillment with Her Daughter Paige
In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Kylie shares her journey to solo motherhood. Initially focused on her career and uninterested in having children, her mindset shifted in her early 30s as she began to envision a family of her own. Facing challenges with IVF and navigating the emotional highs and lows of solo motherhood, Kylie ultimately welcomed her daughter, Paige. Her story is one of resilience, thoughtful choices, and creating family on her own terms. Kylie offers insights on finding the right donor, planning for solo parenting, and embracing the joys and challenges of being a solo mum.

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