No need for Prince Charming

S1:E13 – Carly, Lucy, Theo & Gracie


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How Carly embraced solo motherhood at 28, overcame fertility challenges, and welcomed Lucy, Theo, and Gracie.

In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Carly shares her inspiring and heartwarming journey to becoming a solo mum by choice to three beautiful children. After deciding at 28 to stop waiting for the right partner, Carly took matters into her own hands. Her journey included failed IUIs, IVF with ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), and finally, the joy of welcoming her children: Lucy, Theo, and Gracie. Carly reflects on managing pregnancies, balancing life with three little ones, and finding joy in the chaos. Her story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of building a family on your own terms.

Key Takeaways:

  • Choosing solo motherhood at 28 and facing initial skepticism from family.

  • The challenges of IUI, IVF, and dealing with OHSS.

  • Managing three pregnancies, each with its unique challenges.

  • Building a support network and balancing solo parenting.

  • The joy, love, and fulfilment of having three children as a solo mum.

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    SHARE YOUR STORY:

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