495 - Divorce transition and how to get through it
Single Mother Survival Guide
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...
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494 - Healthy habits for women in their 40s
Single Mother Survival Guide
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 and start feeling...
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493 - Dating again as a mum - What’s different (and how to stay true to you)
Single Mother Survival Guide
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,...
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492 - The emotional rollercoaster of sending your child to school or high school
Single Mother Survival Guide
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...
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491 - The Confidence Rebuild
Single Mother Survival Guide
Rebuilding confidence as a single mum after big life changes can be incredibly difficult. But here’s the truth: confidence isn’t something you’re born with, it’s something you rebuild, one small step at a time. In this episode, I share five gentle yet powerful steps to help you reconnect with your confidence and sense of self. You’ll learn how to acknowledge where you really are (without pretending you’re fine), how to reconnect with what makes you you, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who lift you higher. We also talk about how to shift your inner...
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490 - Designing your best year yet (even as a busy single mum)
Single Mother Survival Guide
As single mums, it’s so easy to start the new year feeling like we need to do more - being more productive, achieving more, earning more... But what if your “best year yet” wasn’t about doing more… but feeling more? More joy, more peace, more confidence?... In this episode, we’ll take a step back and reflect before we reset. You’ll be guided through gentle self-reflection questions to help you understand what’s working in your life, what’s draining your energy, and what truly matters most to you this year. Because creating your best year starts with clarity. Let’s make this...
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489 - How to Dream Again After Divorce or Loss & Creating a Vision for the Life You Deserve
Single Mother Survival Guide
This week, I'm inviting you to step out of the chaos, away from the never-ending to-do lists, court dates, and laundry piles, and to tune into that deeper part of yourself, the part that dares to want more, even after divorce or loss. In this epsiode, I talk about how to start dreaming again when survival mode has taken over, and why you’re worthy of building a vision for the life you truly want. If you’ve ever felt that dreaming is impossible after a major change, this episode will offer support, hope, guidance, and a reminder: your future can be so much bigger and better than your past....
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488 - What I Want for You in the New Year
Single Mother Survival Guide
As we welcome 2026, I want to take a moment to share from the heart what I truly wish for you this year. This isn’t about setting resolutions, making lists, or creating strategies, it’s simply about the hope I carry for you in the months ahead. This year doesn’t need to be perfect. May you give yourself permission to make it your own, to choose yourself, and to step into the new year with gentleness and self-kindness. Here’s to a year that’s about you - because you deserve it!! Links mentioned in the episode: Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - ...
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487 - What this year taught me
Single Mother Survival Guide
As this year comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the lessons it’s brought me, and honestly, it’s been a big one. A year of growth, surrender, unexpected changes, and a lot of learning. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the top ten things this year has taught me - not because I’ve mastered them, but because there’s something powerful in pausing, looking back, and acknowledging how far we’ve come. These reflections aren’t about perfection or ticking boxes; they’re about self-awareness, compassion, and recognising the woman you’ve become through every challenge and every...
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486 - Your Pep Talk for Christmas Morning
Single Mother Survival Guide
Christmas can look and feel so different for each of us. You might be waking up to squeals of excitement and wrapping paper everywhere, or you might be on your own, missing your children, holding back tears (or letting them flow). You might be somewhere in between. However this season finds you, I just want you to know that you are not alone. In this short episode, I share a gentle Christmas pep talk. This is your reminder that you are seen, you are supported, and you’re doing an incredibe job. Links mentioned in the episode: Download the E-book, I'm A Single Mum... Now What? - ...
info_outlineThis week, I’m sharing Part 1 of my powerful interview with Annie, a single mum who courageously opens up about her journey. Annie has faced more than her fair share of challenges. Today, she stands as a thriving, empowered woman who has reclaimed her voice and her personal power.
In this episode, Annie and I talk about:
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How she met her ex
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Navigating difficult times together
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Coping with his alcoholism
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Discovering he was gay and the grief that followed
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Living with the uncertainty around his sexuality
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His lack of support for their children
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Facing the ongoing impact of emotional and financial abuse
It’s a story of strength, survival, and finding yourself again after deep hurt. Stay tuned for Part 2 of Annie’s journey, coming next week.
**Please note this episode and topic may act as a trigger for some people, and this episode is unsuitable to listen to within earshot of children.**
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