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- 🇸🇪SE · Parenting#1641K to 10K
- 🇳🇿NZ · Parenting#168500 to 3K
- 🇭🇺HU · Parenting#177500 to 3K
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2K to 16K🇸🇪63%🇳🇿19%🇭🇺19% - Active Followers
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1.1K to 8.8K
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She Blooms: Healing from Within
May 11, 2026
57m 03s
Beyond the Diagnosis: Tori’s Story
May 4, 2026
1h 06m 18s
I Knew Something Wasn’t Right: Pregnancy, Delivery & Postpartum
Apr 27, 2026
24m 18s
Why Early Intervention Matters for Kids
Apr 20, 2026
51m 58s
The Appointment That Changed Everything
Apr 13, 2026
55m 02s
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| 5/11/26 |  She Blooms: Healing from Within | Send us Fan Mail In honor of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode of Choosing Chaos: Solo Motherhood by Choice explores the emotional realities of motherhood—across every stage of the journey. From fertility and infertility to pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond, mental health is a thread that runs through it all—yet it’s often the part we talk about the least. Laura is joined by Cathie from She Blooms, a practice dedicated to supporting women through the emotional complexities ... | 57m 03s | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | Beyond the Diagnosis: Tori’s Story | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Choosing Chaos: Solo Motherhood by Choice, Laura sits down with Tori to share her journey through endometriosis, fertility challenges, and ultimately, building her family in a way she never expected. After years of navigating chronic pain and difficult medical decisions—including the loss of both fallopian tubes—Tori was forced to rethink what her path to motherhood could look like. Her story highlights the importance of finding the right medical support, a... | 1h 06m 18s | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | I Knew Something Wasn’t Right: Pregnancy, Delivery & Postpartum | Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal episode, I share my pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum journey—from a physically challenging first trimester to navigating gestational hypertension and postpartum preeclampsia. I open up about months of severe migraines and sickness, the anxiety of advocating for my health, and why I chose to keep my pregnancy private early on. I also reflect on becoming a single mom by choice, the mixed reactions I faced, and the strength it took to stand firm in my ... | 24m 18s | ||||||
| 4/20/26 | Why Early Intervention Matters for Kids | Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re joined by Taryn, a pediatric physical therapist from First Steps Physical Therapy, to talk about supporting your child’s development in the early years. I also share a bit of my own journey navigating Early Intervention and what it looked like to advocate for my son and get him the support he needed. We break down what pediatric physical therapy looks like, how to spot early signs your child may need support, and how to access Early Intervention service... | 51m 58s | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | The Appointment That Changed Everything | Send us Fan Mail Nathalie thought she was living the life she was supposed to want—married, settled, and planning for motherhood. But a life-changing moment at an OB appointment shifted everything. What followed was a journey of healing, self-discovery, and redefining what truly felt aligned. Nathalie made the difficult choice to leave behind what no longer served her, explored new paths, and ultimately chose to pursue motherhood on her own terms through surrogacy. This episode explores the c... | 55m 02s | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | An Unexpected I Do | Send us Fan Mail Jessica’s path to motherhood took an unexpected turn when life—and timing—presented challenges she couldn’t ignore. In this episode, she shares how changing circumstances led her to make a bold, unconventional choice: saying “I do” to an old friend who stepped up in a way she never could have planned. What followed was a journey filled with uncertainty, resilience, and the complexities of building a life together during a global pandemic—learning how to show up as friends, ro... | 58m 23s | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | Hot Mess Express | Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Brittinie Tran from Hot Mess Express, a women-led nonprofit creating a judgment-free space for women navigating life’s overwhelming moments. Hot Mess Express is built on the belief that no one has to go through hard seasons alone—whether that means help with cleaning and organizing or simply having a compassionate community show up when it matters most. Tune in to hear Brittinie share the heart behind the mission, the impact they’re making, a... | 34m 29s | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Sometimes the Best Things Find You | Send us Fan Mail Nicole’s journey to motherhood didn’t follow a typical path. Early menopause and unexpected challenges didn’t stop her from defining her own path. In this episode, we explore embryo donation, family surprises, and the importance of telling children their stories. Nicole also shares how she now supports women pursuing single motherhood by choice, offering guidance and encouragement along the way. Sometimes the path we didn’t originally plan becomes the one that leads us exactl... | 43m 31s | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | Follow Your Inner Voice with Beth | Send us Fan Mail Beth opens up about burnout in the tech industry and the moment her inner voice spoke up on a drive, leading her to choose single motherhood by choice. She shares what it’s like raising her daughter in some of the biggest tech cities, how she built her support village, and the leap they took to live abroad for a bigger adventure—balancing world schooling with launching her own company. This conversation is a high-level look at trusting your instincts, redefining success, and ... | 43m 58s | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | Conservative Roots, Courageous Choices | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Choosing Chaos, we sit down with Laura Scrieber, a soon-to-be single mom navigating a rollercoaster of fertility and pregnancy. Coming from a strong conservative family, Laura shares the hesitation, courage, and love that have guided her journey to motherhood. Hear her candidly ask Kristen and me the questions on her mind as she prepares for labor—including her concerns about having a C-section, her hopes for support from her older mom, and her plans to rel... | 43m 52s | ||||||
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| 3/2/26 | Pathfinder Birth Works | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Choosing Chaos, we’re joined by Caroline, owner of Pathfinder Birth Works, for an honest and empowering conversation about the role of a doula in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Caroline shares how doulas provide steady support through one of the most transformative seasons in a woman’s life—offering evidence-based information, emotional reassurance, physical comfort measures, and guidance when it matters most. We talk about what it really means for a mom... | 1h 08m 24s | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | Jess’s Story: Navigating Egg Freezing, IVF & Immunology | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Choosing Chaos, we sit down with Jess to talk about what it really looks like to pursue single motherhood by choice later in life. Jess froze her eggs in her younger years, believing she was preserving an option for the future. But when she ultimately decided to conceive in her 40s, she learned those eggs were no longer usable — and she had to pivot. What followed were multiple rounds of IVF, each carrying emotional weight, physical demands, and significant... | 42m 07s | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | Fine, I'll Just Do It Myself with Michelle | Send us Fan Mail Michelle joins us to share the story behind her bold pivot to single motherhood by choice. After choosing to leave a relationship impacted by addiction, she found herself redefining the vision she once had for starting a family. Instead of waiting for the “right” circumstances, Michelle leaned into community, trusted her intuition, and decided to move forward on her own terms — turning what could have been a sidestep into a meaningful journey. We dive into loving someone thro... | 57m 06s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | Jackie: A Story of Choice, Community, and Connection | Send us Fan Mail We’re sharing a story that beautifully expands what love and family can look like. In this episode, Jackie — a single mom by choice — opens up about her path to motherhood, from beginning her journey with a known donor to ultimately choosing a different direction. She shares the courage it took to pivot, the joy of welcoming her daughter, and the intentional ways she’s built connection along the way — including creating a sibling community and surrounding herself with a stron... | 46m 50s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | A Beautiful Path to Motherhood: Masha’s Story | Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Choosing Chaos, I’m chatting with Masha, a mom of two sweet daughters, about her journey into motherhood — the joys, the challenges, and all the unexpected ways love and family show up along the way. 💛 We also talk about the ways she’s been able to share the gift of motherhood with another single mom by choice, and how building your village sometimes looks different than you expect. For more info on embryo donation and resources for single parents by choice... | 55m 25s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | So… I Became a Mom: Joni’s Story | Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Joni to hear her journey to motherhood through IUI — and how that experience helped her discover who she truly is. She opens up about life in the sandwich generation, balancing the needs of her child and her parents, navigating the emotional ups and downs of postpartum, and the beautiful, unexpected joys of becoming a mom. Her story is honest, heartfelt, and a reminder of why it’s so important to take care of ourselves while caring for the pe... | 43m 46s | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | NICU Moms Speak: The Fear, the Love, the Strength | Send us Fan Mail Birth doesn’t always go the way we imagine. In this episode, we reconnect with Kristen, Lindsay, and Annie as they share their honest and emotional NICU journeys — from fear and uncertainty to resilience, growth, and unexpected strength. We talk about what it’s really like to have a baby in the NICU, how families cope with the emotional rollercoaster, and what it means to choose chaos — to choose love, courage, and connection in the middle of uncertainty. Whether you’re curre... | 1h 05m 58s | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | Science, Probability, and Kelley's Decision to Move Forward | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Choosing Chaos: Solo Motherhood by Choice, Kelley joins Laura for an honest conversation about the emotional realities of becoming a solo mother by choice. Kelley reflects on why relationships aren’t always easy — and why leaving one can be just as complicated as staying. She shares how the path to motherhood through IUI or IVF can take time and carry an emotional toll, and why connection matters — including what it means for her and her daughter to be conn... | 47m 34s | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | New Year, Organized Chaos with Sage Haus | Send us Fan Mail New year, same chaos—just better managed ✨ In this episode, we’re talking all things organized chaos with Sage Haus and why having the right support can be a total game changer, especially for solo moms by choice. From reclaiming your time to reducing the mental load, this conversation is all about how a house manager can feel like an extension of your village—so you can focus on you, your family, and your goals. If 2026 is the year you reprioritize yourself while still keepi... | 32m 39s | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | Macaile Hutt on Podcasting & Aspiring to SMBC | Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re joined by Macaile Hutt, the host and creator of Red Nail Energy — a podcast that centers bold conversations, real stories, and the power of choosing yourself. Macaile shares her experience as a podcast host, what inspired her to create Red Nail Energy, and how the show has become a space for honest dialogue and unapologetic storytelling. We also talk about her thoughtful and intentional path toward becoming a single mom by choice, and what it looks like... | 1h 03m 11s | ||||||
| 12/22/25 | Lara’s Story: Pregnancy, Loss, and Finding Light in Lockdown - Part 2 | Send us Fan Mail In Part Two of Lara’s journey, we step beyond the delivery room and into the tender, vulnerable chapter of bringing Max home. With the world still deep in the pandemic, Lara navigates early motherhood in isolation—learning to care for a newborn while processing all she endured to get here. This episode explores the messy, beautiful realities of the newborn phase, the emotional shifts that accompany new motherhood, and the ways Lara began to rebuild support and connection duri... | 40m 24s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | Lara’s Story: Pregnancy, Loss, and Finding Light in Lockdown - Part 1 | Send us Fan Mail In Part One of this two-part series, we follow Lara through her deeply personal journey to motherhood—a path shaped by the challenges of PCOS, multiple fertility treatments, and the emotional toll of failed IUIs and back-to-back IVF rounds. As she navigates her own uncertainty, the world around her begins to shift. COVID-19 shuts everything down just as she learns she’s pregnant, layering isolation and fear onto an already fragile time. Meanwhile, Lara faces another heartbrea... | 46m 52s | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | A Known Donor, A New Beginning: J’s Story | Send us Fan Mail In this episode, J—who joins us anonymously—shares her path to solo motherhood through at-home insemination with a known donor. Now navigating life with a lively toddler, J reflects on the beauty, chaos, and honesty of early parenthood. She speaks openly about her commitment to introducing donor conception from the very beginning, making it a natural and celebrated part of her son’s story. With humor, candor, and a grounded perspective, J offers insight into building a family... | 54m 56s | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | Paige Dempsey on Dating with Intention and Becoming an SMBC | Send us Fan Mail In today’s powerful, feel-good episode, we sit down with Paige Dempsey—SMBC mama, dating coach, and a woman who’s redefining what it means to build a life on your own terms. After conceiving her daughter in her 40s, Paige opens up about choosing single motherhood, embracing the unexpected, and stepping boldly into a new season with confidence and clarity. She also shares her best tips for dating with intention, staying open to possibility, and finding meaningful connection be... | 57m 49s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | Signature Donors with Victoria Crowe | Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Crowe, founder of Signature Donors, a premier Manhattan-based agency dedicated to helping families grow through egg donation. Victoria shares how Signature Donors brings a deeply personal, hands-on approach to every match — supporting intended parents and donors through one of the most meaningful and emotional journeys they’ll ever take. We talk about what goes into finding the right donor, why personalization matters so much in this... | 46m 42s | ||||||
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Chart Positions
3 placements across 3 markets.