S5:E4 - Hayley & Oliver

S5:E4 - Hayley & Oliver

From No need for Prince Charming by Alisha Burns

March 23, 2026 · 1h 2m · Season 5 · Episode 4

About this episode

Hayley shares her thoughtful journey to solo motherhood and the emotional realities of the decision-making process.

Hayley’s Solo Mum by Choice Journey: From “One Day” to Done Season 5 continues with Hayley’s story — one that will resonate with so many women sitting in the “I know I want a baby… but when?” stage. Hayley didn’t wake up one day suddenly certain. Instead, her journey was gradual. Thoughtful. Honest. In this episode, she shares: When she realised motherhood wasn’t something she wanted to gamble on The internal shift from “maybe later” to “now” Navigating the donor process The emotional reality of doing this without a partner What surprised her most about stepping into solo motherhood This conversation isn’t dramatic. It’s grounded. Calm. Clear. And that’s exactly what makes it powerful. If you’ve ever felt stuck between waiting and moving forward, this episode will feel like someone gently holding up a mirror. Key Takeaways Clarity often builds quietly, not explosively. Waiting can feel safe — until it starts costing you time. Donor selection is emotional, not just practical. You don’t have to feel 100% fearless to move forward. Choosing solo motherhood isn’t about rejecting partnership — it’s about prioritising what matters most. City Fertility Offer I couldn't continue to make…

People in this episode

Host: Alisha Burns

Guest: Hayley

Topics covered

  • solo motherhood
  • fertility
  • donor process
  • emotional journey
  • decision making

Keywords

  • solo mum
  • fertility treatment
  • donor selection
  • motherhood
  • emotional reality

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