SoloMoms! Talk

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. Mer...

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...

Author and Speaker, Elayna Fernandez is a twice-over solo mom of 4 daughters. Despite finding herself alone in a foreign country with two infant children she used her ability to speak English to push herself forward. In addition to the many hats Elayna wears, Elayn also helps women learn how to turn their grief into positive growth. Key Takeaways: Learn how to BE in your moment of struggle Focus o...

This bonus episode marks the end of a long hiatus for this podcast. It's been a challenging year and life continues to surprise and sometimes overwhelm. I talk about the death of my granddaughter and hope that you find encouragement if you are experiencing a loss. I'm happy to say that it's good to start publishing and recording again. I've missed podcasting. Thanks for listening and I hope you fi...

Even though you pay into the Social Security system, it's not designed to benefit you. Especially if you want disability benefits. Attorney and Social Security Disability Expert Spencer Bishins shares his experience with the Social Security Disability Insurance benefits application process. Spencer is one of the many attorneys hired by the Social Security Office to help them determine who qualifie...

In this episode, I talk with Shelley Kenow, an expert in helping parents of children with special needs understand how the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process works. We talk about what an IEP is and how parents can better understand it to help their child. #nolimits The goal of an IEP is to help children with special needs get individual help for their specific way of learning. Shelley...

In this episode, France Tailleur shares her expertise on how to stop yelling at your kids. It's not just about yelling at your kids. But why do you yell at your kids? Is there something else going on or why you chose to yell? It's time to change that dynamic and create a more peaceful and loving environment in your home. France intuitively works with parents to reparent themselves so they can beco...

After being diagnosed with multiple conditions, Magic Barclay went on a journey to discover holistic ways to manage her health. In this episode, she shares that journey with us. As a solo mom, Magic couldn't afford to succumb to sickness. Rather than feeling sorry for herself, she learned all she could about getting better. She now uses that knowledge to help others overcome their health challenge...

Having unresolved trauma can distract us from our goals and kill our joy. In this interview, I sit down with Elizabeth Cush (LCPC), a licensed clinical professional counselor, women's life coach, and business owner. Elizabeth is also the host of the Awaken Your Wise Woman podcast, and she shares her valuable insights on mental health, self-care, and dealing with past trauma. Elizabeth's perspectiv...

Sometimes we allow busyness to distract us from thinking clearly. We're so tired and overwhelmed that the smallest things set us off. In this episode, I talked about how to maintain perspective especially when things get out of hand. I give tips and strategies to make wise decisions instead of allowing your mind to control your thoughts and action. I appreciate you listening to this episode. Watch...

Megan Burella, shares her journey of overcoming loss and adversity as a solo mom. As a Positive Parenting Coach, Megan shares valuable insights and strategies for dealing with the stress of parenting on your own. Listen to her real-life struggles and solutions for being "on" all the time as a solo parent. Empower yourself to create a positive and fulfilling life for both you and your child. One of...