Friday Q&A: Mel Johnson on Solo Parenthood

About this episode

Mel Johnson shares her journey to motherhood and discusses solo parenthood and fertility treatments.

In this episode we’re joined by Mel Johnson, founder of Stork & I , to share her powerful and personal journey to motherhood. Mel opens up about her experience with IVF, getting pregnant solo later in life, and the realities of building a family on your own terms. She also answers your question, covering everything from navigating fertility treatments to handling curiosity (and sometimes intrusive questions) about your unique family dynamic. Honest, reassuring, and full of insight, this is a must-listen for anyone exploring alternative paths to parenthood. Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas. Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Made By Mammas

Guest: Mel Johnson

Topics covered

• solo parenthood
• IVF
• fertility treatments
• family dynamics
• motherhood
• alternative paths to parenthood

Keywords

• IVF
• solo parenthood
• fertility
• family
• motherhood
• parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Stork & I, Made By Mammas, Audio Always, Acast

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