August 22, 2022

S1:E26 – Karly & Remy

50 minutes

A Mother’s Love, Lasting Legacy, and Remy: Karly’s Brave Journey to Solo Motherhood

⚠️ Trigger Warning - This episode contains discussions about terminal illness and loss. It may be emotionally challenging for some listeners. Please take care while listening.

In this heartfelt episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Karly shares her journey to solo motherhood with her daughter, Remy. From giving herself milestone deadlines for motherhood to navigating multiple rounds of IUI, Karly candidly talks about her resilience and determination. She describes the challenges of fertility treatments, discovering a cervical blockage, and the joy of finally conceiving on her fourth attempt. Karly’s journey also touches on the realities of solo parenting, the importance of building a supportive village, and the deep bond she shares with her daughter. With her family’s unwavering support and her own strength, Karly created a life filled with love and purpose.

Key Takeaways:

Deciding on solo motherhood after missed relationship milestones.

Navigating four rounds of IUI and overcoming a cervical blockage.

Experiencing a fast labour and the joy of a midwife-assisted delivery.

The importance of building a support network and accepting help.

Facing life’s challenges with resilience, including a terminal diagnosis.

Honouring Karly’s Legacy

It was an honour and a privilege to record Karly’s story—a story filled with courage, determination, and boundless love for her much-longed-for daughter, Remy. Karly’s strength and resilience inspired all who knew her, and she leaves behind a powerful legacy of hope and joy. Tragically, Karly passed away shortly after this episode was released, just before her daughter’s 5th birthday. This episode stands as a testament to her incredible journey and the deep love she had for Remy and her family.

This episode is dedicated to the beautiful Karly, a courageous solo mum whose story touched so many.

Karly passed away unexpectedly not long after this episode went live, leaving behind her precious daughter. Her story is a powerful reminder of the strength solo mums carry—and the importance of preparing for the unexpected.

Have you created a will yet?

It’s something none of us want to think about, but as solo mums, it’s one of the most important things we can do to protect our children. A will ensures your wishes are respected, and your child is cared for by the person you choose—no questions, no complications.

We’ve created a webinar specifically for solo mums that walks you through how to set up a will, what to include, and where to start—even if you’re not sure what your options are.

👉 Peace of Mind: Planning for your child’s future if you’re no longer here

Need extra support?

The Solo Mum Society Facebook Group is a safe place for connection, advice, and community—especially in times when life feels heavy or uncertain.

👉Join here

We honour Karly by taking care of what matters most—our children.

Let her story be a gentle nudge to prioritise your legacy and protect your family, just like she did.

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By Alisha Burns

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