Frolo: The Single Parent Podcast

In this episode of the Frolo podcast we talk to Dr. Alison McClymont about the importance of understanding our own upbringing and family history in order to become better parents. She introduces her book, 'How to Help Your Child with Anything,' which focuses on everyday parenting challenges and offers a trauma-informed approach to addressing them. Listen now and discover: ❤️ How to use t...

In this episode of the Frolo podcast we're very excited to welcome our very first live audience, made up of members of the Frolo community! We talk to Susannah and Carl, two original and long-standing Frolo community members who not only found friendship and support through Frolo, but love too! Listen to here all about: ❤️ Carl and Susannah's single parent journeys so far ❤️ How they fou...

In this episode of the Frolo podcast we talk to Zoë Chapman - single mum and award-winning toilet inventor, as seen on Dragons Den! We talk to Zoë about: ❤️ Her journey from becoming a single parent at six weeks pregnant ❤️ The judgment she received from health professionals as a single mum ❤️ Risking everything to set up her own business ❤️ A shock revelation at the end of the episode! Download t...

In this episode of the Frolo podcast we are joined from New York by award-winning dating and relationship coach Hunt Ethridge. Hunt has years of experience working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, helping them figure out what's holding them back and how to thrive in the dating world rather than just survive! We talk to Hunt about: ❤️ How men and women approach dating differently ❤️ W...

In this episode of the Frolo podcast we talk to clinical and counselling psychologist and single mum of two Anna Bajus. Anna's area of expertise is relationships and we have a fabulous chat with her about how to navigate new relationships in a healthy way as a single parent with children to consider. We talk to Anna about: ❤️ How her own divorce shared her career path ❤️ How to heal from a to...

We're delighted to welcome health and wellness coach Natalie Ferrigno to the Frolo podcast today, sharing her experience as a single parent and howit has shaped her journey through life so far. Natalie is full of wisdom and inspiration, and we chat about a huge range of all things health, wellness and nutrition, including: ❤️ The power of the career pivot.  ❤️ Handling neuro diversity in teen...

Our guest today is child protection solicitor Nik Shaw. Nik has a wealth of personal and professional experience to share and we're delighted to share her insights with the Frolo community. We chat to Nik about: ⭐ How to navigate the legal process and keep your child as your number one priority ⭐ The importance of channeling your grieve and hurt away from your children ⭐ How to avoid weapo...

Our guest today is Lydia Bright. Lydia is a much-loved TV personality and a single mum who has recently published her first picture book - Mummy and Me - which tells the story of a single parent elephant family! In this episode we talk to Lydia about: ⭐ How Lydia became a single parent at 12 weeks pregnant ⭐ Here single parent journey so far ⭐ The importance of her support network ⭐ The inspir...

McKenzie Hannewyk is the creator of the Instagram channel The Hyped Up Healing and specialises in supporting people through break-up, loss or other trauma to tranform their mindset and practice self love. In this episode we chat to McKenzie about ❤️ What healing means and why it's important ❤️ The importance of boundaries in your healing journey ❤️ How single parents can reframe previous brea...

In this episode we talk to journalist and author Rebecca Seal. Rebecca's most recent book, Do Bad, Better, looks at the ways in which we've been conditioned into perfectionism in all areas of our life, from how tidy our homes are to how much space we take up as a person. Listen now to find out more about ⭐ How Rebecca got into writing and what inspired her latest book ⭐ How as parents...

In this episode we talk to Sabrina Zohar, dating coach and creator of the awesome Do The Work podcast. We talk about ⭐ Why you need to be clear on your priorities dating as a single parent ⭐ Why understanding your attachment style is important ⭐ How to tune in and listen to your body when dating ⭐ Why there definitely IS hope! Download the Frolo app to connect with likeminded single parents at...

In this episode we talk to Dr Rachel Master, a Clinical Psychologist specialising in issues related to divorce, separation and coparenting as well as the grief and trauma that accompanies such big life transitions. Rachel is has also been a single parent for the last seven years. We talk about ☀️ Her story as a single parent ☀️ How to prioritise self care as a single parent ☀️ How to navigate mome...

In this episode we talk to the incredible Jessica Rooks, creator of @travelwithmeko, about how she's travelled all over the world solo with her two young children. We chat about ✈️ How she got into travel and creating travel content ✈️ Her personal single parent journey and how she makes it work ✈️ Her experiences travelling solo with children and her tips for newbie travellers and anyone on...

In this episode we talk to Julia Hasche, creator of the Single Mother Survival Guide. Julia is based in Australia and we chat to her about how single parents are represented and supported there. Julia also talks frankly about ⭐ Her journey to becoming a single parent, leaving an emotionally abusive relationship ⭐ What inspired her to create the Single Mother Survival Guide and her tips for newly...

In this episode we talk to Divorce Coach Nawal Houghton about how difficult it can be to separate from, and co-parent with, a narcissist. We explore: ✔️ The spectrum of narcissism and why it's important to understand where your narcissist lies ✔️ How to spot a narcissist and avoid dating them (again!) ✔️ How to separate from a narcissist and manage the divorce process ✔️ Useful coping mechani...

In this episode Zoe and Rebecca, co-authors of How to be a Happy Single Parent, talk candidly about their personal journeys, their friendship and the journey to create their inclusive how-to guide for single parents. They talk about - How they met and got started with the book - The version of single parents they were at the beginning versus now - How they both really feel about being single paren...

This week's guest is Natalye-Marrie Boyce - aka @theprosperousmother. Natalye is a Single Mum Money Mentor, who, following her own struggles as a single parent, has made it her mission to help other single parents transform their finances and achieve financial freedom. In this episode Natalye talks to us about: - Her story from a homeless single parent to a thriving finance expert  - Her top...

This week's guest is Alexis Lee, author of Feeling Myself, who shares her thoughts on life and love on Instagram @stylemesunday. As well as being a beautiful writer, Alexis is a co-parent, following separation from her partner in 2020. In the pages of How To Be A Happy Single Parent, you'll find her beautiful words of wisdom on building a happy life and rediscovering yourself as a single...

This week's guest is James Hunt, who shares his life as the co-parent of his two autistic sons on Instagram @storiesaboutautism. As well as being an inspiring writer, James helps parents navigating life as the parent of children with additional needs find connection through his writing. In the pages of How To Be A Happy Single Parent, you'll find his advice and wisdom on navigating life...

This week's guest is Holly Matthews (@iamhollymatthews), life coach and author of The Happy Me Project. As well as being an inspiring coach, Holly is a single mum and widow following the death of her husband Ross. In the pages of How To Be A Happy Single Parent, you'll find her advice and wisdom on navigating life after loss with kids in tow. Keep listening to hear more from our conversa...

This week's guest is Leon Wenham, who you'll find talking about his journey as a black, gay, solo adopter on Instagram at @lots_andlotsoflove. Listen to his interview to hear a positive story about solo gay adoption, the upsides of going it alone, (and a realistic take on the hard bits, too). You'll also hear Leon's thoughts and advice on topics including transracial adoption,...

This week's guest is lalalaletmeexplain, anonymous (but renowned) dating educator, qualified social worker, and author of dating bible Block, Delete, Move On. As well as being our favourite dating expert, Lala is also a single mum, and in the pages of How To Be A Happy Single Parent, you'll find her advice and wisdom on navigating the dating scene with kids in tow. Keep listening to hear...

This week's guest is Aaron Dale, a co-parenting advocate who you will find on Instagram at @raisingboys_2men. Aaron gives an open and honest account of his single parent journey, and offers helpful and constructive co-parenting advice that we've included in the pages of How To Be A Happy Single Parent. You can download the Frolo app to connect with likeminded single parents at https://ww...

This week's guest we speak to Helen Thorn, best-selling author of Get Divorced, Be Happy, and one half of the hilarious comedy duo Scummy Mummies. As well as sharing her single parent story with us, Helen speaks frankly about the challenges of single parenting after the break-down of a relationship, and how you can rebuild a life that you love. You can download the Frolo app to connect with l...

“I was 19 and I had three months to transition from being a 19 year old freshers student into being a mum.” When Jas was 16 she became involved with a much older man, in what turned out to be a very toxic and unhealthy relationship. She discovered that her son Bertie was on the way when she was five months pregnant and so had only a short amount of time to get used to the idea of becoming a mum at...