Single Mother Survival Guide

In this episode, I discuss something many single mums face, but few people prepare you for - your first weekend without your children. The silence, the empty bedrooms, the strange feeling in your body when the house suddenly feels too quiet. It can feel deeply unsettling, like a huge emotional shift that no one warns you about. In this conversation, I share why that first weekend can feel so hard, what's really happening emotionally, and some gentle guidance on what not to do. Plus, what might help instead as you navigate this new experience.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

In this special 500th episode, I take a moment to reflect on the journey of the podcast and the many conversations I've had with single mums over the years. After hundreds of episodes, coaching sessions, and messages from this community, I've noticed a pattern in things that come up again and again. This episode is a distillation of the patterns, fears, blocks, breakthroughs, and truths I've witnessed throughout 500 episodes of time. Wherever you're at in your journey, this conversation is for you.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Check out my blog post on Grey Rock 101: How to Respond When Your Ex Pushes Your Buttons

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

In this episode, I'm talking about co-parenting and why it can feel so triggering - sometimes even more than when you were in the relationship. If you've ever wondered, "Why is he still affecting me?" or felt frustrated that one text message can shift your entire mood, this conversation is for you.

I explain why co-parenting is such a uniquely complex dynamic - distance without disconnection, responsibility without emotional safety - and why your reactions don't mean you're failing or not healed. Co-parenting is hard, and if you're feeling activated, there's a reason for that.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Link to Episode 329 - Dealing with high-conflict people in divorce, with Bill Eddy

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

In this episode, I'm talking to the single mum who's quietly wondering, "What is wrong with me?" If you've been feeling more emotional, more exhausted, or less able to cope than you used to, this is for you.

I share the important difference between change and transition, and why feeling disoriented or overwhelmed doesn't mean you're broken. It may simply mean you're in transition. And that's something we need to talk about.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

In this episode, I talk about the invisible shock that can follow separation, even when you were the one who chose it. There's a myth that if you initiated the breakup, you should only feel relief. But separation is still a loss, a rupture, and a nervous system shock. Mixed emotions like grief, sadness, confusion, and relief can exist at the same time, and that doesn't mean you made the wrong decision. I explore why your body and emotions don't always process separation logically, and how it can impact your sense of safety, identity, and the future you imagined. If you've ever wondered why you feel so shaken even though you knew leaving was right, this episode is for you.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

This week, I wanted to have an honest conversation about something we hear a lot as single mums - "You're so strong." While it's often meant as a compliment, I want to explore why that phrase can sometimes feel like a burden rather than support. When you're juggling work, parenting, co-parenting, emotional stress, and maybe even a hostile ex, being told "you're strong" can quietly reinforce the idea that you have to keep holding it all together, no matter how exhausted or drained you feel inside. In this episode, I talk about why you don't actually need to be strong right now, and why feeling tired, overwhelmed, or like you're barely keeping it together doesn't mean there's anything wrong with you. This is a reminder that you're allowed to soften, to feel, and to let go of the pressure to constantly cope. If you're reading and nodding along, this episode is for you - a space to breathe, feel seen, and not be "strong".

Links mentioned in the episode:

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

When we go through a separation or divorce, it's not just the end of a relationship; it's the unraveling of almost every part of our lives. Our routines shift, our finances change, our plans for the future are rewritten, and our sense of identity can feel completely shaken. Everything we thought life would look like suddenly flips upside down, and the impact of that runs far deeper than most people realise.

In this episode, I'm talking about why separation feels so overwhelming, especially for single mums who are often trying to process life-changing emotional pain while also holding everything together for their children. We'll explore what makes this transition so heavy, why it's normal to feel lost or disoriented, what the six needs are that help us move through the divorce transition, and how to begin moving through the emotional shock while still navigating daily life.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Check out the following blog posts on co-parenting arrangements:

• Building a better future: 20 co-parenting milestones to strive for
• Utilising Technology for Co-Parenting Success: Tools to Make Life Easier
• Three common co-parenting styles

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

Your 40s can be a season of transition - physically, emotionally, and hormonally.

In this episode, we talk about how to work with your body rather than against it. You'll learn why awareness is the key to navigating this stage with confidence, how to adapt your habits to support your changing body, and why prevention and self-care matter more than ever.

Links mentioned in the episode:

To support this episode, I've created a free guide -- a simple, practical resource to help you feel stronger, calmer, and more in tune with your body. Download your free guide HERE and start feeling your best from the inside out:

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

Dating as a mum is a completely different world compared to dating before kids. It's not just about chemistry anymore; it's about compatibility, respect, and the kind of energy someone brings into your life (and potentially, your children's).

In this episode, we're diving into the realities of dating as a single mum - the emotional hurdles, the practical challenges, and the powerful growth that comes with approaching love from a new perspective.

Links mentioned in the episode:

To go with this episode, I've created a free guide designed to help you date with clarity, confidence, and calm. Download your free guide HERE and start dating from a place of strength and self-trust:

Check out the following links mentioned in the episode:

• Blog post: Dating a single mum - from a male perspective!
• Blog post: What you need to consider when introducing a new partner to your children
• Episode 371 - 15 red flags for single mums to be aware of when online dating
• Episode 418 - Ten dating red flags you need to know about

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.

Today's episode is all about the emotional rollercoaster that comes with sending your child off to school - whether it's their very first day in kindy, their start in high school, or another big transitional year. While we're busy sorting uniforms, stationery, lunchboxes, and the endless school admin, there's a whole other layer happening quietly underneath: our emotions.

For mums (especially single mums or those navigating complex co-parenting), this transition can feel huge. You might feel proud one moment and teary the next, excited but anxious, or completely overwhelmed by the weight of it all. In this episode, I'm diving into why these emotions feel so intense, what's really happening beneath the surface, and how you can support both your child and yourself through this big change with gentleness and awareness.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - HERE

Click HERE to learn more about the Trauma coaching and support group program.

Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE.

Click HERE to join the free Facebook Group, The Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum.

Download the E-book – Thirteen single mothers share their struggles, top tips, and their favourite things about being a single mother – HERE.

To contact Julia, email: [email protected].

Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. And join the email list there too.

Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.