In this episode, Molly sits down for another chat with Ash. Molly and Ash discuss absent fathers and the impact this has on girls and women. They cover the stigma of having "daddy issues", and the fact that fatherless daughters are 33% more likely to experience sexual assault. Molly asked the question "Why don't we hold men accountable for abandoning children they have helped create?". Molly and Ash discussed the importance of expressing healthy anger and how difficult it is to do this when you have to put your children's needs first. Molly shares her experience of being a fatherless daughter and being an independent parent. Molly also shares some advice for other independent parents.

Some free and low-cost counselling services:

Meath wellness hub https://familysupportmeath.ie/service/meath-partnership-meath-wellness-hub/

SOSAD various locations https://sosadireland.ie/

https://coreireland.ie/

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