SoloMoms! Talk

In this conversation, host J. Rosemarie interviews Natalie Bevans, a skincare specialist. Natalie shares her personal journey and how she helps women understand their skin. She emphasizes that skincare is individual and depends on various factors. Natalie focuses on anti-aging and explains that it aims to prolong the youth and health of the skin. She offers virtual consultations to guide clients i...

Picture yourself confronting your deepest fears - financial insecurity, divorce - and through a profound shift in mindset, not only overcoming them but ushering in a period of abundance and self-awareness.  That's the inspiring journey our guest Martin Salama, the architect of the Warriors L.I.F.E. Code, shares with us today. His resilience is a testament to the potency of emotional strength, a vi...

Picture the strength and resilience of a solo mom, add a dash of artistry in video making, and sprinkle some entrepreneurial drive - you get Elisabeth Griffioen. In our latest conversation, Elisabeth shares her candid journey of choosing to be a single mother and the myriad of challenges that came along with it.  The constant responsibility and the difficulty of decision-making without a partner d...

Ever wondered about the hidden pitfalls in your everyday food choices, or how to redefine weight loss as a process?  Join us on this episode, as high-performance coach, Roman Fischer shares his journey in a manner that solo moms can learn from. From a skinny kid to a bodybuilder, Roman takes us on his captivating journey into the fitness world. He talks with sincerity about inspiration drawn from...

In this week's episode, we're privileged to be joined by Tracy Pleschourt, the brain behind Self Made U and the engaging Secrets of Self Made Podcast.  This life coach extraordinaire is here to unravel her pioneering concept - the self-control operating system, often termed SELF, for those grappling with life's challenges and yearning for meaningful change. Tracy's soothing words and profound insi...

Solo moms know how hard it is to maintain a growth mindset while you're struggling with raising children alone. Today's guest, Robyn Sears, has lived through this journey and comes armed with empowering insights to share. After 17 years of marriage, Robyn found herself stepping into the role of a solo mom, a journey that led her to self-discovery and self-belief. She takes us through her struggles...

A solo mom's journey can seem daunting and insurmountable. But remember that you're not alone.  In this episode features the indomitable Tanya Davis, a life coach who turned adversity into a platform for inspiring and empowering single moms and career women. Tanya's journey as a single mother began during her senior year in college. From the shock of being turned away from government assistance fo...

In a previous episode , Fitz Koehler shared her journey after being diagnosed with breast cancer. In this episode, she shares her healthy perspective on managing your health before, during, and after cancer. I can’t imagine hitting the gym while battling cancer. Sounds awe-inspiring, right? Fitz is a beacon of strength and resilience, who, despite her battle with cancer, focused on maintaining a f...

Struggling with the chaos of being a solo mom? Discover the secrets of staying organized with Nicole Gebai, the best-selling author of The Art of Organizing. Listen in with us as Nicole artfully weaves her personal experiences into a tapestry of wisdom, explaining how her chaotic upbringing paved the way for her success as a professional organizer. (01:38) Nicole brings forward her intriguing six-...

Have you ever found yourself alone, struggling to find the strength to carry on? Have you ever felt the weight of the world bearing down on you, as you try to deal with life's harshest trials? That's where our guest, Ulrika Karlsson found herself, after her husband's unexpected abandonment. Battling depression and suicidal thoughts, she somehow found the strength to raise her two children. Now, sh...

Protecting yourself from abuse takes more than physical prowess. In this episode, I speak with John Brewer, Army Special Forces veteran who shares his knowledge and expertise on keeping yourself safe in dangerous situations. So if you're ready to empower yourself for self-defense and self-development, this episode is for you. Drawing from his upcoming book, "Fight for Your Best Life", John shares...

If you've ever felt consumed by being a mom to the point of losing sight of your individuality, this episode is for you. But don't worry, you're not alone. So listen as I sit down with Michelle DeKeyser, who shares her transformative journey of self-discovery and growth, by moving beyond her role as 'just mom'. Not that the role of mom is not very important If not your most important role but we'r...

In this episode, Parker Harris shares his insights on building positive relationships in both your personal and business life. He is passionate about helping people live their best lives and achieve their goals. Parker is a business leader and entrepreneur and talked about his personal story of walking people out of his life who were not serving him. He discusses the importance of surrounding your...

Siris Rivas-Verdejo is the host of Choosing a Different Future Podcast . She grew up in a household with parents from different backgrounds raising multiple kids with various disabilities. Siris helps families communicate effectively within themselves. She also uses tools and strategies that empower families to navigate parenting challenges within their families. In this episode, Siris, a speech-l...

Widowed with 4 young boys, Debbie Baisden struggled to come to terms with being left alone to raise her sons while she was still a young woman. In this deeply moving episode, I talked with Debbie, a remarried widow, and mother of now teenage boys. Debbie opens up about the unexpected loss of her first husband in 2012 and how it thrust her into the world of solo motherhood. Debbie shares her journe...

Divorce is never easy, but it can be especially trying for solo moms who do not have a healthy money mindset. Yet, we can't afford to let our emotions overtake financial wisdom. This episode will give moms facing divorce some tips on how to manage their finances. Patti Handy is a solo mom who helps women sort through their finances. She's also a Certified Executive Coach, Certified Life Coach, hol...

Zahra Mahoon was looking forward to the birth of her second child while taking care of her sick mom when she discovered her husband was having an affair. Even after being called "delusional" by her husband for recognizing his infidelity, Zahra still tried to make her marriage work. But despite her efforts, she was forced to face life as a solo mom living in a new country without a job. Listen to d...

Widowed mom, Kim Becker is a motivational and inspirational speaker and an award-winning author of two books about beauty, cancer, and the amazing scope of the human spirit. In this interview, Kim talks about her work helping cancer survivors recognize how beautiful they are. She's a former hairdresser who wanted to help women see their beauty despite what they may have lost to cancer. Connect wit...

Michael Ringel is a certified divorce financial analyst. He helps women facing divorce become confident around money. He also helps them avoid getting taken advantage of during the divorce process. Michael helps women align their purpose for money with how they invest. He can help you answer the question "Am I gonna be okay" financially? If you're already going through divorce maybe this episode i...

Krystal Jokowsky, a brand marketing manager and radical self-ownership teacher, discusses her journey and personal growth. As a person who loves bringing joy to others, Krystal emphasizes the importance of finding joy and awe in the present moment instead of feeling weighed down by stress and overwhelm. She explains how it all happened through her ability to own her decision making take responsibi...

In this episode, I chat with Meredith DePaolo, creator of the Carrots and Cake app. Carrots & Cake is a parental control educational app that helps moms manage their children's screen time and ensure that their devices are being used in a secure and enjoyable way.  So if you're a mom concerned about how much mindless time your kids spend on their screens, this episode is for you. Meredith shar...

In this interview with Michelle Abraham, the host of the Blissful Parenting Podcast, she talks about her journey as a mom, entrepreneur, and podcaster. (NOTE: You can listen to the full interview on Tools of the Podcast Trade here .) (06:29): Michelle's answer to how she manages to parent two children while 'parenting' three podcasts. She explains how she organized her podcasting business around h...

Claire Martin is the founder and host of “ Strong, Single and Human ” Podcast. Claire started her podcast during lockdown because she didn't think social media presented the real life of a solo mom. In this interview, we talk about how she became a solo mom later in life. Claire describes her challenges with co-parenting with her son's addicted father. She also shares some important tips for any s...

In this episode, we hear from Jasper Smith on financial planning and disrupting generational poverty in the Black community. Jasper is a financial service professional who is passionate about helping people in his community not only become financially literate but also learn strategies to set up future generations for financial independence as well. Jasper thinks that if we make financial planning...

Are you doing yoga wrong? Or not quite right? Yoga has many mental and physical benefits. It is a popular form of exercise that is often touted for its ability to improve flexibility and reduce stress. But if you've tried yoga and it brought you nothing but hurt, this interview is a must-listen. Yogi Aaron is the owner of the Blue Osa yoga retreat in Costa Rica. He's also the host of Stop Stretchi...