Single Mother Survival Guide
405 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 49 ratingsBecoming a single mum is one of the most daunting and overwhelming life changes someone will ever go through. Whether you are pregnant or have teenagers, you will most likely be confused and struggling with what to do next. I became a single mum in 2013 when my daughter was just a few months old, and it has been a challenging but rewarding journey ever since. This Podcast (and the website www.singlemothersurvivalguide) was created to assist newly single mothers in all things they may need to know about.
SO WHAT IS THE SINGLE MOTHER SURVIVAL GUIDE PODCAST ABOUT?
A Podcast for single mums, made by a single mum… The Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast includes a mixture of me babbling about single mums business and interviews and discussions with different people and experts about different topics.
First off the ranks this includes an interview with a Wills and Estate lawyer which contains everything YOU need to know about getting a Will done, an interview with a financial adviser on everyday money management, savings, spending and so forth, an interview with an online security expert so that YOU know how to keep yourself secure online, an open interview with a domestic violence survivor and advocate, and another interview with a financial adviser on everything to do with insurance, and what you should think about getting insured to ensure the financial safety for you and your kids. Coming up after that I have chats with people including parenting experts, family lawyers, and a life coach.
I also chat about the social stigma of being a single mum, single parent travel, everyday tips to make YOUR life easier, dating, personal budgeting, resources out there to help YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN, child support, domestic violence, successful co-parenting, advantages to being a single mum, and the list goes on…
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Episodes
302 – Reflection questions for decision making
June 14, 2022 17:00 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this week’s episode, I talk about decision-making and the questions you can ask yourself to help you reflect when you are making your decisions. Getting into the habit of asking yourself these reflection questions can help you gain clarity and creates that inner dialogue to help you examine your own thoughts and feelings before making the tough and big decisions that will need to be made when you are going through divorce or separation. Along with sharing these questions for you to as...
301 – Four biggest mindset mistakes that can affect your decision making
June 07, 2022 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this week’s episode, I talk about the four biggest mindset mistakes single mums can make when making decisions and some tips on how to avoid them. Do you recognise one or more in yourself right now? It's something I’ve identified in many of my single mum coaching clients. It is my hope that this episode helps you overcome these mindset mistakes, helps you explore all your options, and ultimately directs you to the best possible outcome for your situation. Links mentioned in the ep...
300 - Dating, new relationships, and blending families
May 31, 2022 21:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBThis week’s episode is very special for two reasons – It’s my 300th episode, woohoo! This is the first time I have my partner Greg joining me on the show! In this episode, Greg and I chat about dating, new relationships, and the blending of families. We cover: How we got back into dating after separation. Things to consider before dating again. Setting boundaries when dating. The top 3 words to describe what we’re looking for when dating. The importance of having a thorough d...
299 – Look for the sparkles
May 26, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this week’s episode, I discuss finding joy in your everyday life. I often get messages from other single mums out there who tell me how lucky I am that I found my happiness and that I have support from my loved ones in my single mum journey. What many people don’t understand is the importance of having the right mindset. Going through separation or divorce can really bog you down; it is a difficult time. But know that you have a choice. Your ex is not in control of what you do with your l...
298 - Identifying your conflict triggers
May 17, 2022 17:30 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this episode, I talk about understanding our conflict triggers. A trigger is something that gives us an immediate, intense reaction. They come from within us and are about how we react to a situation. Generally, they come from a real threat, or more commonly, a perceived threat; a FEAR (false evidence appearing real). Conflict triggers are strong emotions that can cause rifts, resentments, and conflict when handled in an unhealthy manner. But when handled in a positive way, they can b...
297 - Ten things to do as a new single mum
May 10, 2022 17:30 - 24 minutes - 34 MBIn this episode, I talk about the ten steps to take when embarking on the divorce or separation journey and becoming a single mum. Navigating life as a single mum can be, at first, overwhelming. You might be feeling sad, scared, or even relieved. I know it can be scary tackling a new and uncertain future. But life can get even better and you can be fulfilled and thrive in life, even as a single mum! If you want to hear more, check out a past episode entitled, Top Tips to Look After ...
296 – How to take the high road in your divorce or separation
May 03, 2022 17:30 - 27 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this episode, I talk about what steps to take when taking the high road when going through a divorce or separation. In last week's episode, I talked about taking the high road after separation whilst dealing with heartbreak at the same time. In this episode, we go deeper into the topic of taking the high road. This is really hard to do when emotions are high, especially as you go through the stages of grief. Today I provide you with some action steps to help you take the high road s...
295 – Heartbreak and taking the high road
April 26, 2022 17:30 - 14 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this episode, I talk about taking the high road after separation whilst dealing with heartbreak and going through the grief cycle at the same time. This tough phase is something I help my one-on-one clients with. I get it, emotions can become intense when communicating with your ex after separation. There are benefits to choosing your words carefully and respecting your ex (even if they don’t deserve it). Not only does this preserve your dignity, but all communication can be used ag...
294 - A holistic path to healing
April 19, 2022 16:30 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBThis week, I discuss holistic healing. Nowadays it is important to have a healthy approach to all aspects of our well-being - spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional. This is where we can make a change and a lasting improvement in our quality of life. A holistic approach to healing is something I offer to my clients. This is also something I share with my Thrive Tribe family. Today I will share what has worked for me and the people I work with - the 8 pillars of holistic healing. I hop...
293 - Runaway husbands, with Vikki Stark
April 12, 2022 16:30 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBIn this week's episode, I have Vikki Stark joining me. Vikki is an internationally known psychotherapist, speaker, author, divorce recovery expert, and the director of the Sedona Counselling Centre of Montreal. She’s particularly known for her groundbreaking book, Runaway Husbands, which has led her to mentor a worldwide community of women recovering from unexpected divorce. She has written two other books (My Sister, My Self, and The Divorce Talk: How to Tell the Kids) and edited a fourth...
292 - An introduction to divorce with high conflict personalities
April 05, 2022 17:30 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBThis week on the show, I talk about high-conflict personalities in divorce. This is a huge topic. We all know divorce is rarely an easy situation as it is, it is highly emotional and costly. Add a high conflict personality in? And it is much more difficult! In this episode, I discuss: The difference between a "normal" divorce and a high conflict divorce. What it is like dealing with a spouse who has a high-conflict personality. Signs for you to look out for if you suspect you are dealin...
291 - Ask Julia
March 29, 2022 16:00 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBIn this episode, I answer a question I received and addressed in my recent Tuesday Struggle Strategy Session in the Single Mother Survival Guide Support Forum. Here, I am sharing my answer because I think it's a great question. It was a question that is quite hard to admit to, a mindset that holds us back and I'm pretty sure we can all relate to it. The question I addressed was: Hi Julia, I have been divorced for 5 years now and I'm happy that I'm no longer in the marriage anymore. B...
290 - What is divorce coaching and why the fascination with divorce?
March 22, 2022 16:30 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this episode, I discuss divorce coaching - what it is, why you need a divorce coach if you are considering getting a divorce, and how it can help you. As a certified divorce coach, I am very passionate about helping single mums overcome challenges, make the best out of a very difficult situation, and thrive. I share: My own experience with divorce as a child. The positive and negative impacts of divorce in my life as I grew up - emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. ...
289 - Six biggest mindset mistakes when getting divorced
March 15, 2022 16:30 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBThis week, I talk about mindset when it comes to divorce. I am a certified divorce coach and a certified transition and recovery coach. I am passionate about working with single mums. In this episode, I share six of the biggest mindset mistakes people usually make when they get divorced. As a coach, this is something I help people recognise so they can handle it better. Failure to recognise these mistakes can result in serious long-term consequences. It is very important to develop t...
288 - Engaged!
March 08, 2022 16:30 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBThis week is not your typical episode. I'm super stoked to share a wonderful life update with you... I'm engaged!!! I've been seeing my boyfriend now for 18 months and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with him! I'm so happy that my daughter was absolutely thrilled about the news too. I'm grateful for all the love and support I've received from everyone. In this episode I talk about: How our relationship developed over time. The element of fear in entering into a relati...
Ep 288 - Engaged!
March 08, 2022 16:30 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBThis week is not your typical episode. I'm super stoked to share a wonderful life update with you... I'm engaged!!! I've been seeing my boyfriend now for 18 months and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with him! I'm so happy that my daughter was absolutely thrilled about the news too. I'm grateful for all the love and support I've received from everyone. In this episode I talk about: How our relationship developed over time. The element of fear in entering into a rela...
287 - Healing and growth through connection, Thrive Tribe, and therapy; one woman's story
March 01, 2022 16:30 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBThis week on the show, I have a very special guest sharing her single mum journey and her experience with self-growth and the things that have helped her heal as a result of becoming a single mother. She is one of my founding Thrive Tribe members and it's made me so very happy to have seen her grow over the last couple of years. She's been a single mum for five years and has three children. In this episode she shares: How her children were affected by the strained relationship she had wi...
286 - The four biggest predictors of divorce, according to John Gottman
February 22, 2022 16:30 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, I share some information about factors that play the biggest role in leading a couple to divorce. I discuss Dr John Gottman's research into The Four Horseman of The Apocalypse. This refers to the four negative communication patterns that, according to his research, often lead to the end of a relationship if the behaviour isn't changed. These are: Criticism Defensiveness Contempt Stonewalling Dr John Gottman is the co-founder of The Gottman Institute with his ...
285 - An Anonymous Single Mum Story
February 15, 2022 16:30 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MBThis week on the show, I have an anonymous single mum sharing her story. She recounts her harrowing story of domestic abuse and how she got through it, in the hopes of giving other silent victims the courage to seek help. **Please note this episode and topic may act as a trigger for some people, and this episode is not suitable to listen to within earshot of children.** In this episode, my guest talks about: How she met her ex and the early signs she noticed the red flags. Dealing w...
284 - Recognising anxiety in children, with Frances Weston
February 08, 2022 16:30 - 53 minutes - 73.6 MBThis week on the show, I have Frances Weston joining me. Frances is an award-winning personal development specialist who has helped hundreds of women and children heal from the past, cope with distressing or challenging situations in the present and build themselves a brighter future. Frances uses a blend of transformational techniques and innovative processes to help her clients get the breakthroughs and results they seek. Her work has been featured in numerous publications and pr...
283 - Dani Soares' single mum story
February 01, 2022 16:30 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBThis week on the show, I have Dani Soares joining me. Dani is a TV personality best known for starring on the reality show, Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 2 which premiered on March 3, 2021. She now lives in Sydney, Australia with her 8-month-old daughter Lilly. In this episode Dani shares: A little about her yachting career days. Juggling life between work and study plus having a beautiful 8-month-old baby at the same time. Her experience on Below Deck, and her relationships with t...
282 - Setting up your year
January 25, 2022 16:30 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBThis week is a solo episode where I talk about setting yourself up for the year. January is a great time to look back over the past year and reflect on things; to think about all the awesome things you did last year and some of the things you wish you had done differently. In this episode, I share some tips - 1. Different practices for reflecting on the year that was. 2. My highlights for 2021. 3. Celebrating and appreciating even the cumulative little things in life. 4. The importance ...
281 - My experience of having Covid and what it taught me
January 18, 2022 16:30 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBMy first podcast for 2022 is a solo episode. As I am recording this podcast, it is day 15 of my Covid journey and I'm still on the road to recovery. In this episode, I will talk about the raw, vulnerable, and uncut story of my Covid experience. I will highlight two important aspects around Covid: 1. The physical aspects, from my experience. How I started acquiring Covid symptoms and the shock I felt once I got the positive test result. Worrying about potential exposure to the virus ...
280 - Sarah's single mum story
December 28, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 96.8 MBThis week on the show, I have a single mum, Sarah Robb, sharing her story. **Please note this episode and topic may act as a trigger for some people, and this episode is not suitable to listen to within earshot of children.** Sarah is a beautiful member of my Thrive Tribe community whom I've known for a number of years now. In this episode, Sarah talks about: how she met her ex, how they quickly entered into a very serious relationship, the gaslighting she experienced from her e...
279 - Blindsided by my partner (Part 2)
December 21, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode, my special guest from last week shares Part 2 of her story. In the last episode (278 - Blindsided by my partner (Part 1)), my anonymous guest talked about how she had always thought she and her partner had a good life. They had been together for 7.5 years and they rarely argued. Life was good when they had their first baby, but things quickly changed when she saw changes in her partner's demeanour and when he began a strong friendship with a girl from his work. Until on...
278 - Blindsided by my partner (Part 1)
December 14, 2021 16:30 - 57 minutes - 79.3 MBThis week on the show I have an anonymous single mum sharing her story. She's a single mum of 2 kids - a 3-year old and a 3-month old. My guest had always thought she and her partner had a good life. They had been together for 7.5 years and they rarely argued. They spent much of their time travelling the world together. She was studying for her Masters when they had an unplanned pregnancy, which caught her off guard as she was only a few weeks out from completing it and was about to purs...
277 - You are a supermum, with Gina Fontaine
December 07, 2021 16:30 - 59 minutes - 81.9 MBThis week on the show, I have Gina Fontaine joining me. Gina is an author, a personal trainer, and a women's wellness coach, and has built a career helping women use movement to achieve optimal health. She has dedicated the last 27 years to studying her craft as a fitness professional. Gina earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Exercise Science from Indiana University in 1996. Since then, she has earned personal trainer certifications from the ...
276 - Jenny's Single Mum Story (Part 4)
November 30, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week on the show, Jenny shares Part 4 of her story. **Please note this episode and topic may act as a trigger for some people, and this episode is not suitable to listen to within earshot of children.** In the first episode (Episode 273 - Part 1), Jenny talked about what life was like growing up with an alcoholic father and the sexual abuse she received from her father starting at the age of 9, and how she was betrayed by her own mother to protect her father. She shared h...
275 - Jenny's Single Mum Story (Part 3)
November 23, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 146 MBThis week on the show, Jenny shares Part 3 of her story. **Please note this episode and topic may act as a trigger for some people, and this episode is not suitable to listen to within earshot of children.** In the first episode (Episode 273 - Part 1), Jenny talked about what life was like growing up with an alcoholic father and the sexual abuse she received from her father starting at the age of 9, and how she was betrayed by her own mother to protect her father. She shared h...
274 - Jenny's Single Mum Story (Part 2)
November 16, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 109 MBIn this episode, single mum Jenny shares Part 2 of her story. **Please note this episode and topic may act as a trigger for some people, and this episode is not suitable to listen to within earshot of children.** In the last episode (Episode 273 - Part 1), Jenny talked about what life was like growing up with an alcoholic father and the sexual abuse she received from her father starting at the age of 9, and how she was betrayed by her own mother to protect her father. She shared how sh...
273 - Jenny's Single Mum Story (Part 1)
November 09, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn this episode, single mum Jenny shares Part 1 of her story. **Please note this episode and topic may act as a trigger for some people, and this episode is not suitable to listen to within earshot of children.** In part 1 of this series, Jenny shares her life from her childhood and the sexual abuse she received from her father which started when she was nine years old. She talks about: what life was like growing up with an alcoholic father and the sexual abuse she got from her fath...
272 - Understanding your metabolic health, with Jen Adams
November 02, 2021 16:30 - 59 minutes - 82.5 MBThis week on the show, I have Jen Adams joining me. Jen Adams is a functional nutritionist and skin health expert with 10 years of clinical experience. She specialises in pro-ageing nutrition advice for the skin and body, helping clients look younger and feel better by restoring health, balance and wellbeing. Jen has an honest, professional approach and an exceptional understanding of how the body works, in particular how metabolic pathways influence our metabolism as we get older. She...
271 - Pelvic floor health and myths, with Leslie Parker
October 26, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBThis week on the show, I have Leslie Parker joining me. Leslie Parker has been a Physical Therapist since 2000 and has a special focus on pelvic health. As a pelvic floor specialist, she specializes in Women's Health including bladder, bowel, and pain dysfunction to include prenatal and postpartum care. She also works with women with breast and reproductive cancer in a variety of ways including lymphedema care. Over the years she has expanded her focus to include both men's and childre...
270 - Kimberley's Story (Part 6)
October 19, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 125 MBThis week on the show, single mum Kimberley shares Part 6 of her story. Please note that these contain sensitive topics on domestic abuse and violence. It is recommended you listen to Parts 1 - 5 prior to listening to Part 6, but here's a short recap of the past episodes. In Ep 263 - Part 1, Kimberley talked about growing up in a single mum household and the relationship she had with her own father, the night she met her husband, and how (what she thought was going to be) a one night ...
269 - Kimberley's Story (Part 5)
October 12, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis week on the show, single mum Kimberley shares Part 5 of her story. Please note that these contain sensitive topics on domestic abuse and violence. It is recommended you listen to Parts 1 - 4 prior to listening to Part 5, but here's a short recap of the past episodes. In Ep 263 - Part 1, Kimberley talked about growing up in a single mum household and the relationship she had with her own father, the night she met her husband, and how (what she thought was going to be) a one night ...
Ep 268 - Kimberley's Story (Part 4)
October 05, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 146 MBThis week on the show, single mum Kimberley shares Part 4 of her story. Please note that these contain sensitive topics on domestic abuse and violence. It is recommended you listen to Parts 1 - 3 prior to listening to Part 4, but here's a short recap of the past episodes. In Ep 263 - Part 1, Kimberley talked about growing up in a single mum household and the relationship she had with her own father, the night she met her husband, and how (what she thought was going to be) a one night ...
267 - Kimberley's story (Part 3)
September 28, 2021 21:30 - 1 hour - 149 MBThis week on the show, single mum Kimberley shares Part 3 of her story. In Ep 263 - Part 1, Kimberley talked about growing up in a single mum household and the relationship she had with her own father, the night she met her husband, and how (what she thought was going to be) a one night stand turned into a very toxic and abusive. She shared the story of the early days of their relationship, up until the birth of her daughter, and the red flags and abusive tendencies that started appearing....
266 - Nurturing and nourishing whole food cooking, with Simon Favorito
September 21, 2021 17:30 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBThis week on the show, I have Simon Favorito joining me. Simon's passion for cooking began at an early age captivated by the art and alchemy of food. In his early 20's and several years into his food career, Simon's life took an unexpected turn when he became unwell and was burdened by chronic health issues leaving him feeling unwell, in pain and constantly exhausted. After several years of treatments and procedures there seemed to be no helpful solutions in sight. It was at this time Simo...
265 - Pandiculation and somatics, with Heidi Hadley
September 14, 2021 17:30 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBThis week on the show, I have Heidi Hadley joining me. Heidi originally trained in mainstream medicine as a Medical Technical Officer in Neurophysiology at the University Hospital (formerly the Queen Elizabeth) Birmingham, UK. It was whilst working there that a number of her patients suffering from side effects to their anti-epileptic drugs informed her that they received regular complementary/natural therapy treatments to alleviate the side effects of their pharmaceutical drugs. After t...
264 - Kimberley's story (Part 2)
September 07, 2021 17:30 - 1 hour - 142 MBThis week on the show, single mum Kimberley shares Part 2 of her story. In the last episode (Ep 263 - Part 1), Kimberley talked about growing up in a single mum household and the relationship she had with her own father, the night she met her husband, and how (what she thought was going to be) a one night stand turned into a very toxic and abusive. She shared the story of the early days of their relationship, up until the birth of her daughter, and the red flags and abusive tendencies that...
263 - Kimberley's Story (Part 1)
August 31, 2021 17:30 - 1 hour - 113 MBThis week on the show, single mum Kimberley shares part 1 of her story. In this episode, Kimberley talks about growing up in a single mum household and the relationship she had with her own father. Never did she expect to have a similar situation as she grew up and had her own children. In Part 1 of this series, Kimberley talks about the night she met her husband, and how (what she thought was going to be) a one night stand turned into a relationship. She didn't know it at the time, bu...
262 - SMSG podcast turns five!
August 24, 2021 17:30 - 43 minutes - 60.6 MBIn this episode, we celebrate the Single Mother Survival Guide podcast turning five years old. That's five years of recording, editing, and producing weekly episodes, and speaking to AMAZING women. I’m really proud of this accomplishment and the ripple effect it’s had on women, and I'm so appreciative of the entire Single Mother Survival Guide podcast community - those who listen, those who share, and those who contribute. In this episode, I share the journey that I've been on in the last...
261 - Small changes we can make to improve our phyical health, with Nikki Knieriem
August 17, 2021 17:30 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBThis week on the show, I have Nikki Knieriem joining me. Nikki is the owner of Mum-Me Fit Time, a mother of two young boys, a part-time primary school teacher and a lover of all things health. Nikki is passionate about helping women to optimise their health by focusing on four main pillars; exercise, nutrition, sleep and stress reduction. Through her own experiences as a mum, she understands that time is limited, the to-do list is always long and often your own self-care practices fall fur...
260 - Lucy's single mum story
August 10, 2021 17:30 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBThis week on the show, I have a single mum, Lucy Kippist, sharing her story. It was three years ago, that Lucy was blindsided and told her marriage was over. Her boys were five and almost three years old. What ensued was 8 months of trying everything she could to make things with her husband work. When that failed, Lucy eventually moved out and began the process of healing and moving on with her life. In this episode, Lucy talks about: The trauma she experienced. How she healed. Why...
259 - Ethical living with Alena Turley
August 03, 2021 17:30 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBThis week on the show, I have Alena Turley joining me. Alena is a Sydney-based community founder, podcaster, and Hapkido instructor. Founder of the Soul Mama Hub, Alena helps home-based mothers who feel lost find their way back to themselves and become better custodians of their bodies, their families, and the environment. In this episode, Alena shares her story of single parenthood and a host of challenges that left her homeless and hopeless. After five years of deep healing and re-e...
258 - Dental hygiene hacks for mums and their kids, with Carrie Ibbetson
July 27, 2021 17:30 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBThis week on the show, I have Carrie Ibbetson joining me. Carrie Ibbetson believes healing of the mouth comes from multiple aspects, with one of the biggest challenges being the time it takes people to learn why things are breaking down and motivating themselves to make changes in their habits or products. Her 25+ year career in dentistry allows her to understand oral health challenges and see solutions from multiple facets. Recognizing this challenge early in her dental hygiene career s...
257 - Homeschooling, as a single mum, in lockdown
July 20, 2021 17:30 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MBHomeschooling whilst in lockdown... is there anything worse? In this week's episode, I chat about what worked for us last year, and how things have changed this year. Links mentioned in the episode: Jump on the waitlist for Thrive Tribe 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.
256 - Daily habits
July 13, 2021 17:30 - 9 minutes - 8.92 MBSmall constructive actions taken on a daily or routine basis can quickly give you a sense of accomplishment, forward momentum, and literally change your life. This week on the show, I share some ideas for daily habits to implement in your life. Links mentioned in the episode: Jump on the waitlist for Thrive Tribe 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 ...
255 - Top tips to look after yourself as a new mum
July 06, 2021 17:30 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBThis week on the show, I share some tips to look after yourself as a new mum. When I became a new mum, I remember feeling incredibly overwhelmed. I was in this beautiful love bubble with my new baby, and I’d never felt happier, but my relationship with my partner was suffering and I felt like a wreck. Our relationship ended two months after our daughter was born, and it meant that a lot of things I had planned for didn’t happen. I was in survival mode. But it also taught me about what w...
254 - Perks of being a single mother
June 29, 2021 21:00 - 17 minutes - 24 MBThis week on the show, I chat about ten of my favourite (and unexpected) perks of being a single mother. Links mentioned in the episode: For a limited time only, join Thrive Tribe 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.