Alisha Burns
No need for Prince Charming
Sharing stories of Australian women who have become mothers on their own using donor conception (Solo Mum By Choice - SMBC). Empowering and inspiring all women to rewrite the fairytale and create their own happily ever after.
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Alisha Burns
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
S2:E18 – Samantha, Scarlett and Audrey 26.06.2023 57:31
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 w...
S2:E17 – Emilee and Florence 19.06.2023 56:19
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 ind...
S2:E16 – Kylie & Paige 12.06.2023 46:25
Kylie’s Journey: Choosing Solo Motherhood and Finding Fulfilment 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 an...
S2:E15 – Amanda and Leo 05.06.2023 55:30
Amanda’s Inspiring Path Through Fertility Challenges, Overseas IVF, and Solo Motherhood with Son Leo In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Amanda shares her remarkable story of resilience, determination, and love. When faced with low ovarian reserve and fertility challenges, Amanda embarked on an IVF journey that eventually led her to Spain. After a challenging experience with egg dona...
S2:E14 – Lisa & Riley 29.05.2023 55:07
Lisa’s Solo Motherhood Journey from Flight Attendant to Mum of Her Daughter, Riley In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Lisa shares her inspiring journey from her career as a flight attendant to becoming a solo mum by choice. After realising that she didn’t want to wait for a partner, Lisa chose to pursue motherhood on her own terms. Her story details her experiences with IUI and IVF,...
Bonus Episode 6 – Interview with Fertility Specialist: Dr David Wilkinson 27.05.2023 1:09:14
Expert Fertility Advice for Solo Mothers, Including IVF, Egg Freezing, and Donor Options" In this informative episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Alisha sits down with her fertility specialist, Dr. David Wilkinson, who shares his expertise on the journey to solo motherhood. Dr. Wilkinson discusses the unique challenges and opportunities for solo mothers, including IVF, egg freezing, the dono...
S2:E13 – Kathryn and Hallie 22.05.2023 1:27:27
Kathryn’s Inspiring Solo Motherhood Journey with Her Daughter Hallie" Show Notes: In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Kathryn shares her path to becoming a solo mother, driven by her desire to have a family despite life’s unexpected turns. She recounts her experience navigating IVF, selecting a donor, and ultimately welcoming her daughter Hallie. Kathryn opens up about the challenges...
S2:E12 – Lauren & Lola 15.05.2023 58:33
Lauren’s Path to Solo Motherhood After Realizing Her Dream of Becoming a Mum on Her Own" Show Notes: In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Lauren shares her heartfelt journey to solo motherhood. Having always dreamed of becoming a mother, Lauren faced the challenges of navigating IVF during the pandemic, working through unexpected obstacles, and finding the strength to create her own f...
S2:E11 – Emma, Jay and Taya 08.05.2023 50:15
Finding Fulfilment: Emma’s Path to Solo Motherhood with Her Son Jay and Daughter Taya In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Emma shares her journey to becoming a solo mother by choice. Already a mother to her son, Jay, from a previous marriage, Emma decided to expand her family on her own terms. Despite initial uncertainty and navigating COVID lockdowns, Emma embarked on fertility trea...
S2:E11 – Jaime & Charli 01.05.2023 1:07:14
Becoming a solo mum at 44: IVF over 40, low odds & the joy of choosing motherhood Trigger warning: This episode discusses serious medical complications during fertility treatment. What does it really look like to start fertility treatment over 40 — without frozen eggs, without guarantees, and with low odds — and still find deep joy on the other side? In this episode of No Need for Prince Charm...
S2:E9 – Natasha & Theodore 24.04.2023 35:07
Redefining Family: Natasha's Solo Motherhood Journey to Build Her Dream Family In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Natasha opens up about her decision to pursue solo motherhood after the end of several long-term relationships. She shares her journey through IVF, finding a donor, and finally welcoming her son, Theodore. Natasha reflects on the challenges and joys of raising her son in...
S2:E8 – Laura & Liam 17.04.2023 56:46
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....
S2:E7 – Tiffany, Wyatt & Reeve 10.04.2023 46:19
Resilience and Motherhood: Tiffany’s Inspiring IVF Journey to Solo Mum Life In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Tiffany shares her journey to solo motherhood, starting from a diagnosis of endometriosis to her decision to pursue IVF. Facing numerous challenges, Tiffany speaks about the emotional and physical resilience required to become a mum to her sons, Wyatt and Reeve. Her story i...
S2:E6 – Ally and Quinn 03.04.2023 48:43
Finding Strength and Choice: Ally's Path to Solo Motherhood and Artistic Fulfillment In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Ally shares her journey to becoming a solo mother at 39, balancing her passion for the arts with her desire to build a family. She candidly discusses navigating fertility treatments, choosing a donor, and managing societal expectations. Ally’s story highlights the...
Bonus Episode 5 – Interview with an “anonymous” donor 31.03.2023 34:51
J’s Story of Becoming a Donor, His Intentions, and Hopes for Future Connections In this special episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' host Alisha interviews “J”, an ID-release sperm donor, about his journey to help solo mums and couples create families. J shares his motivations for becoming a donor, the psychological and medical screenings he underwent, and his perspective on possibly connecti...
S2:E5 – Jess, Gwen & Freddie 27.03.2023 54:40
Jess’s Solo Journey: Creating a Family with Donor Phil and the Blessing of Gwen and Freddie 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...
S2:E4 – Sarah & Noah 20.03.2023 1:00:32
Finding Strength in the Unexpected: Sarah’s Story of Solo Motherhood and Embracing Life with Baby Noah In this heartfelt episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Alisha talks with Sarah, a solo mum who shares her journey to welcoming her son, Noah. Sarah opens up about her path through multiple rounds of IUI and IVF, the impact of COVID-19 on her treatment, and her ultimate decision to embrace mo...
S2:E3 – TJ and Baby Star 13.03.2023 58:51
From Dating to Donor Conception: TJ’s Story of Embracing Solo Motherhood at 48 In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Alisha talks with TJ, a solo mum who shares her inspiring journey to welcoming her daughter, Baby Star. At 46, TJ had a life-changing moment that led her to pursue motherhood on her own terms, navigating donor conception and IVF in the midst of a pandemic. She opens up a...
S2:E2 – Carly and Lennon 06.03.2023 42:05
Choosing Solo Motherhood at 38: Carly’s Inspiring Story of Resilience, Support, and Finding Joy with Baby Lennon In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Alisha sits down with Carly, a solo mum who shares her journey to motherhood. Carly opens up about navigating both IUI and IVF, the challenges of infertility, and the importance of having a supportive family by her side. She also reflect...
S2:E1 – Billie and Luna 27.02.2023 47:18
From Making the Decision to Parenthood: Billie’s Story of Solo Motherhood and Embracing Life with Baby Luna In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Billie shares her journey to becoming a solo mum by choice. After setting milestones for herself and navigating both IUI and IVF, Billie welcomed her daughter, Luna, into the world. She discusses the decision-making process, her supportive fa...
Bonus Episode 4 – Reflections & advice 02.12.2022 26:08
From courage to community, Alisha and past guests share powerful reflections and advice for anyone considering solo motherhood. In this heartfelt bonus episode, Alisha wraps up Season 1 of No Need for Prince Charming with gratitude, reflections, and powerful advice from previous guests. Sharing updates, including the loss of a beloved guest, Alisha also highlights what solo motherhood has taught h...
S1:E40 – Meagan & Jed 28.11.2022 52:37
From IVF success during COVID to life-saving decisions for her son, Jed, Meagan shares her powerful story of love, strength, and resilience. In this deeply moving episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Meagan shares her heartfelt journey to solo motherhood with her son, Jed. The idea was first sparked by her late mother’s lighthearted comment, but it wasn’t until age 36 that Meagan decided to mak...
S1:E41 – Elise & Eve 21.11.2022 1:07:50
From freezing eggs at 39 to overcoming loss, Elise shares her story of resilience and finding joy in motherhood with her daughter, Eve. In this heartfelt episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Elise shares her extraordinary journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her daughter, Eve. From always knowing she wanted to be a mother, Elise takes us through the highs and lows of her path—freezing eg...
S1:E37 – Jac & Fletcher 07.11.2022 39:30
From foster parent training to IVF success during COVID, Jac shares her story of courage, resilience, and motherhood. In this inspiring episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Jac shares her journey to solo motherhood and her deep love for her son, Fletcher. Initially considering fostering, Jac’s path shifted when she realised how much she longed for her own child. Her story highlights the unique...
S1:E36 – Haylee & Neve 31.10.2022 1:02:38
From IVF setbacks to a life-saving early birth, Haylee shares her emotional journey to motherhood with her daughter, Neve. In this powerful and emotional episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Haylee shares her extraordinary journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her daughter, Neve. Haylee opens up about the challenges she faced: navigating IVF, coping with miscarriage, and pushing through s...
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