No need for Prince Charming

From deciding to go solo to navigating IVF across state borders, Sal shares her journey to motherhood with her two children, Edie and Hendrix. In this heartfelt episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Sal shares her inspiring and candid journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her two children, Edie and Hendrix. Growing up believing motherhood required a man, Sal never saw children in her futur...

How a dream, determination, and a little pixie dust led Alycia to motherhood through IUI with her daughter, Emmeline. In this uplifting episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Alycia shares how a dream completely transformed her perspective on motherhood and led her to pursue solo motherhood by choice. Having spent most of her 20s and early 30s convinced she didn’t want children, Alycia’s life too...

How Bess followed her heart, met her deadlines, and created a beautiful family with her two daughters, Sadie and Nina. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Bess shares her inspiring journey to solo motherhood with her daughters, Sadie and Nina. With a clear vision and a self-imposed timeline, Bess knew she wanted to pursue motherhood by age 30 if Prince Charming hadn’t come along. Her s...

How Celeste turned a Hollywood idea into her reality, navigating IVF, sibling dreams, and solo parenting challenges. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Celeste shares her heartfelt and sometimes humorous journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her two boys, Henry and Charlie. Inspired by a movie (yes, The Back-Up Plan), Celeste decided to pursue motherhood in her early 30s after r...

How Nikeesha raced against time, embraced IVF, and navigated health challenges to welcome her daughter, Willa. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Nikeesha shares her remarkable journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her daughter, Willa. At just 27, a diagnosis related to her rare form of arthritis meant her window to carry a child was rapidly closing. Determined not to miss out o...

From Facebook messages to donor agreements, Mike shares candid insights into becoming a known sperm donor for a couple in his social circle. In this insightful bonus episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Alisha sits down with Mike—a known sperm donor who generously shares his side of the donor process. From being approached by a couple in his social circle to navigating donor counselling, IVF, a...

How Maureen broke barriers, navigated fertility laws, and built a beautiful family on her own terms. In this inspiring episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Maureen shares her trailblazing journey to solo motherhood. When Maureen first decided to become a solo mum, using donor sperm was illegal for single women in Victoria. Determined to follow her dream, she navigated the legal loopholes, under...

How Jane overcame IVF setbacks, found hope with a known donor, and welcomed her daughter, Isabel. In this deeply personal episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Jane shares her inspiring journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her daughter, Isabel. After years of knowing she wanted children but not finding the right relationship, Jane decided to pursue motherhood on her own terms. Her path in...

How Nat overcame a lifetime of endometriosis, fertility challenges, and heartbreak to welcome her two beautiful boys. ⚠️ Trigger Warning - This episode discusses topics such as ectopic pregnancy, pregnancy complications, and medical trauma. Please take care while listening. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Nat takes us on a deeply personal journey through a lifetime of challenges wi...

How Sarah embraced solo motherhood, navigated IVF, and found love again while raising her son, Ollie. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Sarah shares her incredible journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her son, Ollie. After years of travel and a realization in her mid-30s, Sarah decided she wasn’t going to wait for Prince Charming to pursue her dream of motherhood. Her path too...

A Mother’s Love, Lasting Legacy, and Remy: Karly’s Brave Journey to Solo Motherhood ⚠️ Trigger Warning - This episode contains discussions about terminal illness and loss. It may be emotionally challenging for some listeners. Please take care while listening. In this heartfelt episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Karly shares her journey to solo motherhood with her daughter, Remy. From giving h...

How Camilla overcame heartbreak, fertility challenges, and a fast labour to welcome her son, Edward. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Camilla shares her inspiring journey to solo motherhood. After years of dating in her 20s and 30s, she decided to freeze her eggs at 37 as an insurance policy. A short, controlling relationship led to an unplanned pregnancy and a difficult decision to...

How Hannah navigated egg freezing, IVF, a traumatic birth, and COVID lockdowns to welcome her daughter, Stevie. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Hannah shares her journey to becoming a solo mum by choice. A nanny by profession, Hannah made the proactive decision to freeze her eggs in her early 30s after recognising the uncertainty of finding a partner. After enduring setbacks, inclu...

How Ebony navigated IVF clinics, known donors, and international travel to welcome her daughter, Lyla. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Ebony takes us through her remarkable journey to becoming a solo mum by choice. From freezing her eggs in London after a tough breakup to dealing with donor limits in the UK, Ebony’s quest for motherhood took her across Europe to Denmark. After mult...

How Jen overcame grief, IVF, and a fast decision to welcome her daughter, Beatrice. In this emotional episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Jen shares her journey to becoming a solo mum by choice. After freezing her eggs at 36 and enduring the loss of her mum to breast cancer, Jen decided not to wait any longer to pursue motherhood. Navigating grief, guilt, and societal expectations, she chose a...

How Danni faced fertility challenges, IVF, and a quick decision to welcome her daughter, Sophia. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Danni shares her straightforward yet courageous journey to solo motherhood. After years of dating without success and discovering she had a low egg reserve, Danni made the decision to pursue solo motherhood at 31. She navigated two unsuccessful IUIs befor...

From budgeting hacks to practical gift planning, solo mums share their best Christmas strategies for creating joy and keeping costs in check. In this special Christmas bonus episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Alisha and several inspiring solo mums share their best strategies for creating a magical and stress-free Christmas while managing finances. Whether it’s setting up a Christmas savings a...

How Kath made a quick decision, navigated a traumatic birth, and found strength through solo motherhood. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Kath shares her raw and honest journey to solo motherhood. At 43, after a conversation with a friend, she decided to pursue having a child on her own. Her path was anything but straightforward: a rushed decision, fertility treatments, and a challe...

How Sam’s decision to use a known donor led to her beautiful boys, Kai and Eli, and a life filled with resilience and joy. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Sam shares her heartfelt and insightful journey to solo motherhood. After a wake-up call when her best friend was diagnosed with cancer, Sam decided life was too short to wait for Prince Charming. She chose to use a known donor t...

How Tash tackled fertility challenges, disordered eating recovery, and IVF to create her perfect family. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Tash shares her inspiring journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her beautiful daughter, Izzy. From a childhood filled with nurturing instincts to overcoming disordered eating that caused amenorrhea, Tash knew motherhood was her ultimate drea...

How Sasha faced fertility challenges, built her business, and embraced solo motherhood with joy. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Sasha shares her empowering journey to solo motherhood with her daughter, Brooklynn. After a pivotal relationship ended and a fertility consultation revealed blocked tubes and severe endometriosis, Sasha knew she didn’t want to wait any longer. She pursue...

How Amy overcame fertility challenges, IVF setbacks, and created her dream family with community support. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Amy shares her incredible journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to her two beautiful children, Charlie and Molly. After a miscarriage and years of fertility struggles, including multiple rounds of IUI and IVF, Amy persevered through 14 embryo...

Rachel’s Story of Determination, Embracing Solo Motherhood, and Finding Fulfilment with Her Son Arlo In this episode of 'No Need for Prince Charming,' Rachel, from Adelaide, opens up about her journey to solo motherhood. After years of navigating relationships, Rachel decided to become a mother on her own terms, ultimately welcoming her son, Arlo. Her story explores the unexpected twists and turns...

How Jessie’s determination led her to embrace IVF, overcome setbacks, and welcome baby Joni. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Jessie shares her candid journey to becoming a solo mum by choice. After a series of relationships that didn’t work out and the ticking of her biological clock, Jessie decided to take her future into her own hands. Her path wasn’t easy: she faced the high cos...

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 I...