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No need for Prince Charming

The podcast for all Australian women considering, creating or conquering life as a solo mum by choice (SMBC)

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61:31

S4:E35 - Rochelle, Teddy & Nick

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2025/11/03

From heartbreak to IVF to identical twin boys — Rochelle shares how she found her power and joy doing this solo.In this inspiring episode, Alisha chats with Rochelle — a solo mum who went from quietly grieving the “traditional family” she once imagined… to owning her choice and becoming a proud solo mother of identical twins. At 37, Rochelle booked her first fertility specialist appointment and everything changed. She went from “I wish I had someone to do this with” to “I’m actually choosing this.”

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S4:E34 - Jessica & August

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2025/10/27

Trailblazer: Jessica’s Journey to Solo Motherhood, Strength, and PrideIn this inspiring episode, Alisha chats with Jessica, a proud solo mum who shares her powerful story of courage, resilience, and self-belief. At just 30, Jessica decided she wasn’t waiting any longer for “the right person” to build her family — and began her IVF journey that would lead to her beautiful son, August. From choosing her donor and facing a high-risk pregnancy, to surviving severe morning sickness, preeclampsia, and

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41:41

S4:E33 - Verity & Leo

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2025/10/20

Trust Your Gut: Verity’s Journey to Solo Motherhood, Autism, and AdventureIn this heartfelt episode, Alisha chats with Verity, a solo mum who shares her powerful story of resilience, self-trust, and love. Once told she’d never carry a baby, Verity began her solo motherhood journey at 37 after setting herself a deadline - and ended up with her beautiful son, Leo. Together they’ve faced huge highs and lows: a diagnosis of autism and anxiety, homeschooling, perimenopause, and caring for Verity’s mum

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S4:E32 - From Discrimination to Celebration: ISMBCD...

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2025/10/13

Journalist Hannah joins Alisha to expose how outdated laws still discriminate against solo mums—and how International Solo Mothers and Parents by Choice Day (ISMBCD) is turning awareness into action.In this powerful episode, Alisha speaks with journalist Hannah Bambra, whose groundbreaking article has sparked national discussion about how Australia’s Family Law Act continues to discriminate against solo parents. Together, they unpack how the law’s outdated wording leaves single mothers by choice

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48:32

S4:E31 - Genetic Counselling 101

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2025/09/29

Genetic Counselling for Solo Mums: Screening, Donors & Informed ChoicesWhen you’re considering or embarking on solo motherhood, the science and medical jargon can feel overwhelming. In this bonus episode, Alisha speaks with Mona from DNA Down Under, a genetic counsellor who helps women simplify the science, understand their options, and make informed choices. You’ll learn: What genetic counsellors actually do and how they support solo mums by choice The difference between standard and

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58:06

S4:E30 - The hidden grief we don't talk about

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2025/09/22

Grief on the Solo Motherhood Journey: From Letting Go to Healing and HopeGrief isn’t always about death — it can be the invisible companion on the journey to solo motherhood. From letting go of the dream of a partner, to infertility, failed cycles, miscarriages, or even navigating life as childless not by choice, grief can show up in surprising and complex ways. In this empowering bonus episode, I sit down with Judy — a certified grief coach and practitioner — to unpack the many layers of grief

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57:51

S4:E29 - Lisa & Bonnie

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2025/09/15

Lisa’s Journey to Solo Motherhood: From GP to Life With Baby BonnieIn this powerful two-part episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Lisa takes us through her journey from preparing to become a solo mum to life with her daughter Bonnie at nine months old. As a GP, Lisa approached the process with research and logic, but nothing could fully prepare her for the emotional highs and lows of donor selection, IVF, and solo pregnancy. Lisa speaks candidly about navigating conservative family expectations,

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S4:E28 - Bel & Aura

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2025/09/08

From Endometriosis to Empowered Solo Motherhood: Bel’s Journey to AuraIn this heartfelt episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Bel shares her powerful journey to solo motherhood. From navigating a severe endometriosis diagnosis, heartbreak at 30, and unexpected IVF complications, to finding her perfect donor and welcoming her daughter Aura, Bel’s story is one of courage, resilience, and unconditional love. She opens up about the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and the joy of building

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S4:E27 - Interview with Dr Tash, The Fanny Mechanic

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2025/09/01

Egg Freezing, Fertility Mindset & Boosting Egg Quality with Dr Tash Should you freeze your eggs? What really influences egg quality? And how do you walk into a fertility appointment prepared instead of overwhelmed? In this episode, Alisha is joined by fertility specialist, gynaecologist and holistic health coach Dr Natasha Andreadis — aka Dr Tash, The Fanny Mechanic. Together they explore egg freezing, lifestyle factors that support fertility, and how your mindset, expectations, and support

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S4:E36 - Tash & Theo

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2025/08/25

In this heartfelt episode of No Need for Prince Charming, I sit down with Tash — a midwife, nurse, and proud solo mum by choice — as she shares her empowering journey to motherhood. From deciding to go solo, selecting the perfect donor, and navigating IUI, to managing hyperemesis, birth decisions, and thriving as a working solo mum, Tash’s story is honest, inspiring, and practical.Whether you’re considering solo motherhood, pregnant, or already parenting, you’ll take away relatable insights and

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41:33

S4:E25 - Bunny & Frank

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2025/08/18

IVF Pivot, Planned C-Section & Building a Village: Bunny’s Solo Mum StoryFrom IUI plans and donor list hiccups to IVF with genetic testing, a breech baby, and ten weeks of carefully organised support, Bunny’s story is one of persistence, planning, and proving that solo motherhood can be full of joy. She always wanted to be a mum. After years of travel and teaching, Bunny decided she wasn’t going to wait for the “right” relationship. Starting with IUI, donor complications pushed her to pivot

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S4:E24 - Alex & Lucy

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2025/08/11

IVF First Try, Birth Emergency & Dating Again: Alex’s Solo Motherhood StoryFrom teen conviction to IVF with genetic testing, an emergency C-section, reflux, and a new identity as a working mum. She always knew she’d go it alone—and when the time came, she didn’t wait. Alex’s journey from a teen conviction to IVF success, a rare birth emergency, and thriving again after a tough start is a testament to resilience and self-trust. Alex decided as a teenager that she wanted to have a child on her

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S4:E23 - Roni & Leon

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2025/08/04

From Heartbreak to Solo Mum: Roni’s Journey Through Donor Drama, Failed Transfers, and Finding Herself Again She nearly gave it all up for love—twice. But in the end, she backed herself. Roni’s story is a raw, relatable reminder of how strong women really are. After a divorce in her early 30s, Roni spent years travelling, dating, and living a vibrant single life. But deep down, she always wanted the chance to become a mum. Her journey into solo motherhood was anything but linear—from a known donor

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31:03

S4-E22 - Starting to think you might be neurodiverse?...

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2025/07/28

ADHD in Solo Mums: How My Late Diagnosis Changed Everything How being diagnosed with ADHD at 43 explained… almost everything, and how it’s reshaping Alisha as a mother. This episode discusses ADHD, emotional regulation, binge behaviours, and postnatal mental health. It is based on personal experience and is not a substitute for medical advice. If anything resonates or you suspect you may have ADHD, please speak to your GP or a qualified mental health professional. In this powerful solo bonus

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S4:E21 - Georgia & Elliot

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2025/07/21

From Teen Decision to Solo Mum: Georgia’s Journey with a Known Donor and Postnatal DepressionGeorgia knew she’d become a mum, partner or not. From a teenage plan to postnatal survival, she shares it all. Georgia first considered becoming a solo mum at 15, and she meant it. After years of dating men who didn’t want children, she took action, navigating IVF during Melbourne’s lockdowns and eventually choosing a known donor. But her journey didn’t stop there. In this raw and powerful episode, Georgia

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S4:E20 - Cat & Niko

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2025/07/14

From Lone Wolf to Solo Mum: Cat’s Unexpected Path to MotherhoodHow COVID, spreadsheets, and a love of independence led Cat to solo motherhood—and a life she never saw coming. When Cat hit her mid-30s during COVID lockdowns, she realised she didn’t want to wait around for the “perfect” partner. Instead, she created her own timeline—with spreadsheets, GP referrals, and her signature impulsiveness. In this episode, Cat shares how she went from free-spirited adventurer to solo mum to Niko, and how her

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S4:E19 - Bronwen & Olive

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2025/07/07

Becoming a Mum at 44: Bronwen’s Journey, Second Opinions & Saying Yes to Donor OptionsAfter a breakup at 40, Bronwen chose solo motherhood—navigating IVF, donor decisions, and family dynamics to welcome baby Olive. In this heartfelt episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Bronwen shares her beautifully honest journey to becoming a solo mum to baby Olive. From turning 40 and experiencing heartbreak to facing family doubts and trusting her own instincts, Bronwen’s story is full of warmth, wisdom,

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S4:E18 - Reflections from the Solo Mum Society Bali...

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2025/06/30

What It’s Really Like on a Solo Mum Society Trip to BaliReal stories, honest reflections, and joyful chaos from the 2025 Solo Mum Society Bali trip. In this special episode of No Need for Prince Charming, we reflect on the 2025 Solo Mum Society group trip to Bali — with stories straight from the incredible mums who came along. With 39 solo mums and 44 children, this year's trip was bigger, bolder, and filled with unforgettable moments. Hear directly from mums who overcame fears, built friendships,

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S4:E17 - Michelle & Henry

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2025/06/23

From Lazy Days to Solo Mum Strength: Michelle’s Wild Ride to MotherhoodMichelle went from Uber Eats in bed to solo motherhood, hemophilia diagnosis and all — and shares the emotional rollercoaster behind it all. In this raw and deeply relatable episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Michelle shares her surprising journey from self-confessed laziness to the fierce solo mum of Henry. From casual relationships and egg freezing, to miscarriage, IVF with a Filipino donor, and parenting a toddler with

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S4:E16 - Previous guest updates from Cyndi & Tash

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2025/06/16

Solo Mum Life Now: Cyndi and Tash on Saying Yes to One—and Dreaming of a Possible ThirdCyndi and Tash return to share what life looks like now—one has embraced being one-and-done, the other is quietly leaving the door open for more. In this warm and reflective update episode, we reconnect with two beloved solo mums from earlier seasons—Cyndi and Tash—to find out how their lives (and families) have grown since we last heard from them. Cyndi talks about life with her two-year-old son Callaway and why

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