No need for Prince Charming

S1:E4 – Lisa & Luca


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From a spontaneous decision to solo motherhood, Lisa shares her path to joy and resilience.

In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Lisa shares her journey to becoming a solo mum by choice. After poor dating luck and a wake-up call from her fertility specialist, Lisa decided to try IUI—and got pregnant on her first attempt. Her story covers navigating pregnancy challenges, the struggle of early solo motherhood, and the importance of asking for help. Lisa’s candid experience is full of honesty, resilience, and a reminder that motherhood rarely goes exactly to plan.

Key Takeaways:

  • How a simple fertility consultation changed her path.
  • The challenges of pregnancy and early solo parenting.
  • The importance of trusting your intuition in fertility decisions.
  • Asking for help and finding support in the solo mum community.
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    Have your own inspiring story to share? We’d love to hear from you! If you’re a solo mum or considering solo motherhood, reach out at to share your journey on the podcast here.

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