Single Mom Mindset

By Candice Katherine

What's Single Mom Mindset about?

The podcast for single moms by choice, donor conceived people and non-traditional families. Rewriting the narrative of what it means to be a family. Normalizing choice and empowering women to follow their heart!

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Single Mom Mindset episodes:

06.21.2024
Why it's Totally NORMAL to be Apprehensive About Becoming a SMBC
We're getting into the reality of being a single mom by choice and the normal feelings and worries you probably have or had when going through the beginning stages of this beautiful, scary, empowering journey! We DEEP DIVE into this topic...
06.14.2024
How to Raise a *Happy* Donor-Conceived Child
How to talk to your child about being donor-conceived, and to ensure you raise a happy, healthy, and loved kiddo - that's what we all want!! We DEEP DIVE into this topic and everything else you need to know inside my...
06.07.2024
*PART TWO* How to Handle Unsupportive People
We're getting into how to address people that aren't supportive of your journey, ask rude questions, and how to decipher if they're being rude or just curious. BRAND NEW MINI PROGRAM "Is becoming a single mom by choice the right choice...
05.31.2024
How to Handle Unsupportive People/ Rude Comments
We're getting into how to address people that aren't supportive of your journey, ask rude questions, and how to decipher if they're being rude or just curious. BRAND NEW MINI PROGRAM "Is becoming a single mom by choice the right choice...
05.24.2024
Dismantling Negative Narratives about Single Mothers
Discussing the nonsense narratives that have plagued single mothers for generations. We are over it, challenging it, changing it, and creating a better narrative for all the different family structures! ♥️ BRAND NEW MINI PROGRAM "Is becoming a single mom by...
05.17.2024
Choosing a Donor
What to look for when choosing a donor, what's important, what really isn't, and bonus: how to raise happy kiddos in an independent mom household ♥️ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_1sRkZpO8Vyunj7izXO3sQ Single Mom Mindset Program Becoming a solo mom - this is THE...
05.10.2024
Let's call this chapter two!
Yikes, it's been a minute!! I'm so glad to be back. This week is all the audio content from my recently relaunched YouTube channel! There's been lots of exciting updates, let's dive headfirst! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_1sRkZpO8Vyunj7izXO3sQ Single Mom Mindset Program Becoming...
05.08.2024
We're Back, and we're talking another baby?!
Yikes, it's been a minute!! I'm so glad to be back. We're starting this return off with a big announcement!! This week is all the audio content from my recently relaunched YouTube channel! There's been lots of exciting updates, let's...
11.24.2023
31. Overwhelming Bio Family Connections
In this solo episode, Candice dives into the overwhelming feelings that come with connecting with bio family. She is transparent and holds nothing back with regards to how challenging it can be to navigate big feelings surrounding such an important...
11.10.2023
30. Day in the Life as an Independent Mom
In this solo episode, Candice talks about the day to day life as an independent mom. Although her schedule may be a little different now that she's self-employed, she also talks about how life was as a newly solo mom,...
10.27.2023
29. Parenting as a Solo Mom
In this solo episode, Candice talks about parenting as a solo mom. She shares her own struggles from her childhood, things she's learned from, and statistics that are in your favour as a single mom by choice or otherwise. If...
10.20.2023
28. Meet Rachel, Independent Mom by Circumstance
Rachel is an independent mom by circumstance. In this episode, you'll hear of extra-marital affairs, dating as a solo mom, the importance of a support group, and all things solo motherhood. You don't want to miss it! Follow this week's guest...
10.13.2023
27. ASK ME ANYTHING
You asked tons of questions over on Instagram and you'll find your answers on this episode! Candice gets into why she feels like a terrible mom, finances, leaving her corporate job, backlash from the donor-conceived community, and lots more. Mentorship...
10.06.2023
26. Meet Anica, an SMBC & Primary Caregiver
This week, Candice chatted with Anica. She's a single mom by choice, self-employed therapist, and primary caregiver to her mother that is living with Alzheimer's disease. She shares her unexpected conception journey, as well as inspired ways she balances all...
09.29.2023
25. We're Back, Mamas!
After an impromptu lengthy break, we're back with an all-new episode. In this solo episode, Candice discusses ways you may be feeling held back in your decision to become a single mom by choice. She understands these internal conflicts because...
07.21.2023
24. Single Mom by Divorce, then by Choice
This episode, I had a wonderful chat with fellow solo mama, Allison. Not only do we have very similar family histories, but our babies share the same birthday! We chat about all things solo motherhood and raising boys. It's a...
07.14.2023
23. Meet Choice Mama Melissa
Melissa shares her journey as a single mom by choice. She is raising her seven month old son, Anthony. He makes a few guest appearances and he is the cutest little guy!! You'll be offered a treat of listening to...
06.30.2023
22. Meet Gianna, an Expecting SMBC
*Trigger Warning* Mention of pregnancy loss. Gianna shares what her experience has been like as a pregnant single mom by choice. We discuss sperm being delivered in tanks, which her father so graciously signed for, pregnancy loss, ex boyfriends that don't...
06.23.2023
21. Meet Anna, a Choice Mom with a Plan
This episode, we hear from Anna. She is on her way to becoming a social worker and single mom by choice. She shares insight into what it takes to get properly prepared to become a SMBC. We talk relationships, mindset,...
06.18.2023
20. Father's Day as a SMBC - BONUS EPISODE
BONUS EPISODE: Talking Father's Day as a single mom by choice. How to address the holiday for our children and those around them. Truly, it's an opportunity for a great day, no matter your family structure... don't miss it! Get into Single...
06.16.2023
19. Meet Ashley, TTC SMBC
This episode, I get to chat with Ashley. She just happens to be funny, intelligent, and trying to conceive (TTC) a baby on her own as a single mom by choice (SMBC). At the time of our interview, she was...
06.02.2023
18. Hear From My Initially Unsupportive Mom
I have two very special guests on the show, my mom and brother! Some of you may have already "met" my brother on Instagram but this is his first experience of this sort. My mom shares why she was initially...
05.18.2023
17. Meet Lior, a Choice Mom with a Newborn Son
This episode, we chat about pregnancy with an autoimmune disease, moving across the country and live as a brand new single mom by choice. Follow Lior on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/woolgathering13/ The SMM for choice moms: https://candicekatherine.teachable.com/p/the-single-mom-mindset-bootcamp1 Other workshops and resources: https://candicekatherine.teachable.com/courses MERCH: https://www.etsy.com/shop/singlemommindset/?etsrc=sdt...
05.11.2023
16. It's OKAY if they don't get it...
*Trigger Warning*, I briefly discuss hateful comments I receive online. Otherwise, in this episode, we discuss kids getting older, the importance of different family structures and how hard it is to watch your kids get older. This is a good,...
04.27.2023
15. You Asked, I Answered
This week, I answer a bunch of DMs from you guys!! It's unfiltered...and unedited! So, what you see is what you get haha! We're talking my ex, blended families, and whether you should leave your man!
04.20.2023
14. Chat with Suzanne, Genetic Counselor Part Two
This is Part Two of my chat with Suzanne, Genetics Councelor at Fairfax Cryobank. Part one was an incredible success - you're going to love part two. Not only do we get into donor specifics, Suzanne also shares a beautiful...
03.30.2023
13. All things Genetics with Suzanne, a Genetic Counselor (part I)
This is an exciting episode that I feel so privileged to have been able to record. My char with Suzanne Seitz, Certified Genetic Counselor, at Fairfax Cryobank, was incredibly insightful. She's not only an expert in genetics but she has...
03.23.2023
12. Meet Lydia, a Pregnant Choice Mom
Meet Lydia, a fellow single mom by choice that is due in only a few weeks!! We chat about her journey, rhino births, her clients shocking reactions, and her incredibly supportive loved ones. We laughed and had a great chat...
03.02.2023
11. A few of my Most Asked Questions
On this episode, we dive into some questions I'm asked frequently. We dive into Riley's backstory, history with my ex, the differences between parenting with a partner vs solo, as well as how challenging it can really get as a...
02.23.2023
10. Meet the First Love of My Life
This episode, I chat with my favourite girl in the whole world, my daughter Riley. I love hearing her perspective on choice motherhood and our family. I think it is such a gift to see the world through a child's eyes...
02.16.2023
09. Meet Jillian, a Donor-Conceived Woman *PART TWO*
This episode, I chat with Jillian, a donor conceived woman. She was raised by a single mom by choice and grew up knowing her truth. In part one, not only do we get to know some of her journey, we...
02.02.2023
08. Meet Jillian, a Donor-Conceived Woman (Part One)
This episode, I chat with Jillian, a donor conceived woman. She was raised by a single mom by choice and grew up knowing her truth. In part one, not only do we get to know some of her journey, we...
01.26.2023
07. Meet Cydney, a TTC Choice Mama
Hear from Cydney, a choice mom that is trying to conceive. She's been on her journey for about a year. We chat about home insemination, the Bumble for donors, and how she doesn't want to raise two babies, just one......
01.19.2023
06. Mindset & Hardships for Choice Moms
In this episode, I get honest about the hardships. We also discuss the importance of your mindset and mastering your confidence if you're on this journey - or honestly, even if you're not! Learn how to get honest with yourself...
01.05.2023
05. Meet Fellow Choice Mom, Mimi
Join Mimi and I, while we chat about all things choice motherhood. Including, but not limited to, her having her mom stay in the bathroom while she was in labour and how squeamish fertility injections made her... and how I...
12.29.2022
04. How to Afford Choice Motherhood even if you're not... Sandra Bullock
It's my birthday!! To celebrate, not only am I announcing a huge giveaway, but we're diving into a topic I'm frequently asked about, by women that are considering choice motherhood: How can they actually afford it?! It turns out, it's...
12.22.2022
03. Meet Kiara and Hear Her Perspective as a Donor-Conceived Woman
As a single mom by choice, raising my son, it is a dream to have some insider information! Kiara is a proud donor conceived person. She is an author, speaker and advocate for breaking the stereotypes for what it means...
12.15.2022
02. Meet Fellow Choice Mom, Tania
Today, I chat with Tania and learn about her journey as a single mom by choice. She not only shares great advice and insight but also the shocking way her daughter Deva was conceived. You won't want to miss it!...
12.07.2022
01. How I Became a Choice Mom
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What's Single Mom Mindset about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Single Mom Mindset episodes:

Why it's Totally NORMAL to be Apprehensive About Becoming a SMBC

How to Raise a *Happy* Donor-Conceived Child

*PART TWO* How to Handle Unsupportive People

How to Handle Unsupportive People/ Rude Comments

Dismantling Negative Narratives about Single Mothers

Choosing a Donor

Let's call this chapter two!

We're Back, and we're talking another baby?!

31. Overwhelming Bio Family Connections

30. Day in the Life as an Independent Mom

29. Parenting as a Solo Mom

28. Meet Rachel, Independent Mom by Circumstance

27. ASK ME ANYTHING

26. Meet Anica, an SMBC & Primary Caregiver

25. We're Back, Mamas!

24. Single Mom by Divorce, then by Choice

23. Meet Choice Mama Melissa

22. Meet Gianna, an Expecting SMBC

21. Meet Anna, a Choice Mom with a Plan

20. Father's Day as a SMBC - BONUS EPISODE

19. Meet Ashley, TTC SMBC

18. Hear From My Initially Unsupportive Mom

17. Meet Lior, a Choice Mom with a Newborn Son

16. It's OKAY if they don't get it...

15. You Asked, I Answered

14. Chat with Suzanne, Genetic Counselor Part Two

13. All things Genetics with Suzanne, a Genetic Counselor (part I)

12. Meet Lydia, a Pregnant Choice Mom

11. A few of my Most Asked Questions

10. Meet the First Love of My Life

09. Meet Jillian, a Donor-Conceived Woman *PART TWO*

08. Meet Jillian, a Donor-Conceived Woman (Part One)

07. Meet Cydney, a TTC Choice Mama

06. Mindset & Hardships for Choice Moms

05. Meet Fellow Choice Mom, Mimi

04. How to Afford Choice Motherhood even if you're not... Sandra Bullock

03. Meet Kiara and Hear Her Perspective as a Donor-Conceived Woman

02. Meet Fellow Choice Mom, Tania

01. How I Became a Choice Mom

How to Raise a Happy Donor-Conceived Child

PART TWO How to Handle Unsupportive People

09. Meet Jillian, a Donor-Conceived Woman PART TWO