In Episode 2, I meet Genevieve Roberts, solo mum of 2 and author of 'Going Solo: My Choice to Become a Single Mother Using a Donor'

 

I met Genevieve at The Fertility Show in 2019 where I heard her read an extract from her book and it gave me goosebumps as I heard her speak. So much of what she said resonated with me and my own experiences. 

 

Gen regularly shares her experiences and views on solo motherhood through her work as a journalist, writing for a variety of publications.

 

In this episode we cover: 

 

- Fertility tests as a trigger to make the decision to go solo 

- Dating and flirtations whilst wanting a baby

- The concept of not settling

- Being proud of your decision

- The amazing reactions from friends and family

- Challenging the traditional family set up 

- Hopes and practicalities of meeting a partner in the future

 

I highly recommend Going Solo for anyone who is considering solo motherhood. It's a great mix of Genevieve's personal experience and interviews on the subject with a number of experts.