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SoloMoms! Talk

231 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratings

Welcome to SoloMoms! Talk podcast where solo (divorced, single, married, widowed) moms share their stories and gain a whole new perspective on their own lives.

Host, J. Rosemarie welcomes dynamic guests who share their personal stories as well as offer helpful tips and strategies to solo moms globally, so they can live more joy-filled lives.

This show brings awareness to the unique experiences of moms raising their kids alone.  Because a solo mom is not always "single". She may be widowed like Shaniqua Garvin: https://bit.ly/3tJ5KSv; or divorced like Nicole Lonzano: https://bit.ly/3HVMzdg: or still married like Allison Banfield: https://bit.ly/3Co9InM.

Solo moms make up a whole spectrum of families headed by a woman bearing sole responsibility for raising her children.
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The podcast is designed to curate not only the struggles but also the triumphs of solo moms around the world.  Expert interviews help to equip solo moms to become a better version of themselves, better parent/co-parent, and partner.
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I want solo moms to know that they are not alone and they don't have to parent in silence.
Mission of SoloMoms! Talk Podcast is to: 
1) bring awareness to the struggles of solo moms; 
2) shine a light on the positive impact they make on their families and communities; 
3) reduce the number of solo moms globally, through education, connection, and self-education; and 
4) to help them see themselves as God sees them.
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Website: https://bit.ly/3IWWSiP

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Episodes

006_The Possibilitarian - Tracey Schmidt

November 06, 2019 02:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

This week’s guest comes to you all the way from Bali, Indonesia.  Tracey Schmidt, is a solo mom who asked for love and received it in the form of her now 18 year old daughter. To that end, she shares with us how important it is to ask for exactly what you want and need…to be specific in your ask.  You also know that anything is possible when you believe. If you ever wondered what it’s like to turn your disppointments into possibilities, listen to this heartwarming interview with Tracey.  S...

Losing it All in More Ways Than One - Shaniqua Garvin

October 29, 2019 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

Shaniqua Garvin is a widowed single mom who is raising and homeschooling her 10-year son.  She has a lifestyle blog titled after her name shaniquagarvin.com but is often most notable for being on the cover of Oprah Magazine with nine other women, including Oprah.  Shaniqua says she still feels vulnerable and insecure as she is trying to figure things out as she goes along.  Listen as she tells you how she lost 50 lbs. on her weight loss journey.  Thanks. The Lord protects the strangers; H...

013_Experiencing Loss in More Ways Than One - Shaniqua Garvin

October 28, 2019 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Shaniqua Garvin is a widowed single mom who is raising and homeschooling her 10-year son.  She has a lifestyle blog titled after her name shaniquagarvin.com but is often most notable for being on the cover of Oprah Magazine with nine other women, including Oprah.  Shaniqua says she still feels vulnerable and insecure as she is still figuring things out as she goes along.  Listen as she tells you how she lost 50 lbs. on her weight loss journey.  Thanks. The Lord protects the strangers; He ...

005_Experiencing Loss in More Ways Than One - Shaniqua Garvin

October 28, 2019 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Shaniqua Garvin is a widowed single mom who is raising and homeschooling her 10 year son.  She has a lifestyle blog titled after her name shaniquagarvin.com but is often most notable for being on the cover of Oprah Magazine with nine other women, including Oprah.  Shaniqua says she still feels vulnerable and insecure as she is still figuring things out as she goes along.  Listen as she tells you how she lost 50 lbs. on her weight loss journey.  Thanks. The Lord protests the strangers; He ...

This Solo Moms's Slaying It - Andrea M. Pearson

October 22, 2019 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Moms are busy people in general.  Solo moms twice so.  But if solo moms didn’t already have their hands full consider my guest today: Andrea M. Pearson is a single mom, Entrepreneur, Author, Personal Trainer, Aerobics Instructor, and Certified Women’s Health & Life Coach. She runs Single Mom Slaying It and Sisterhood of Single Moms on Facebook.  Of course, her favorite “role,”  is being a mom to her son, Ethan, who is her biggest supporter and teacher in life. Andrea’s passions include fit...

004_This Solo Moms's Slaying It - Andrea M. Pearson

October 21, 2019 23:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Moms are busy people in general.  Solo moms twice so.  But if solo moms didn’t already have their hands full consider my guest today: Andrea M. Pearson is a single mom, Entrepreneur, Author, Personal Trainer, Aerobics Instructor, and Certified Women’s Health & Life Coach. She runs Single Mom Slaying It and Sisterhood of Single Moms on Facebook.  Of course, her favorite “role,”  is being a mom to her son, Ethan, who is her biggest supporter and teacher in life. Andrea’s passions include fit...

012_This Solo Moms's Slaying It - Andrea M. Pearson

October 21, 2019 23:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Moms are busy people in general.  Solo moms twice so.  But if solo moms didn’t already have their hands full consider my guest today: Andrea M. Pearson is a single mom, Entrepreneur, Author, Personal Trainer, Aerobics Instructor, and Certified Women’s Health & Life Coach. She runs Single Mom Slaying It and Sisterhood of Single Moms on Facebook.  Of course, her favorite “role,”  is being a mom to her son, Ethan, who is her biggest supporter and teacher in life. Andrea’s passions include fit...

Hearing No Excuses - Charlotte Barrett

October 15, 2019 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

"Your pain is your credentials". ~ Charlotte Barrett Being a solo mom is difficult in all aspects because raising children solo takes added grit and determination.  Charlotte Barrett not only balances taking care of herself and her two young children, but she also makes her life work taking care of other moms.  Even through relationship difficulties and some physical limitations, this busy mom is hardworking and dedicated and makes no excuses for any challenges she may face.  Despite ha...

003_Hearing No Excuses - Charlotte Barrett

October 15, 2019 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

"Your pain is your credentials" Being a solo mom is difficult in all aspects because raising children solo takes added grit and determination.  Charlotte Barrett not only balances taking care of herself and her two young children, she also makes her life work taking care of other moms.  Even through relationship difficulties and some physical limitations, this busy mom is hardworking and dedicated and make no excuses for any challenges she may face.  Despite having a 13 week old baby, as ...

011_Hearing No Excuses - Charlotte Barrett

October 15, 2019 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

"Your pain is your credentials" Being a solo mom is difficult in all aspects because raising children solo takes added grit and determination.  Charlotte Barrett not only balances taking care of herself and her two young children, but she also makes her life work taking care of other moms.  Even through relationship difficulties and some physical limitations, this busy mom is hardworking and dedicated and makes no excuses for any challenges she may face.  Despite having a 13-week old baby...

Still Solo on a Shaken Foundation - Amber Luffman

October 08, 2019 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

Amber Luffman is a married mother of a three-year-old daughter.  Yet she considers herself a solo mom.  She tells her story of a broken marriage and having a husband who suffers from addiction. As a young woman, mothering solo, Amber is learning to trust God as she navigates supporting her husband who is often absent, while balancing her own business, writing a book, and nurturing her young daughter. If you are looking for support due to addiction and codependency, Amber may be a great so...

002_Still Solo on a Shaken Foundation - Amber Luffman

October 08, 2019 00:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Amber Luffman is a married mother of a three year old daughter.  Yet she considers herself a solo mom.  She tells her story of a broken marriage and having a husband who suffers from addiction. As a young woman, mothering solo, Amber is learning to trust God as she navigates supporting her husband who is often absent, while balancing her own business, writing a book and nurturing her young daughter. If you are looking for support due to addiction and codependency, Amber may be a great sou...

010_Still Solo on a Shaken Foundation - Amber Luffman

October 08, 2019 00:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Amber Luffman is a married mother of a three-year-old daughter.  Yet she considers herself a solo mom.  She tells her story of a broken marriage and having a husband who suffers from addiction. As a young woman, mothering solo, Amber is learning to trust God as she navigates supporting her husband who is often absent, while balancing her own business, writing a book and nurturing her young daughter. If you are looking for support due to addiction and codependency, Amber may be a great sou...

_Broken List - More of My Story

October 01, 2019 08:00 - 13 minutes - 9.31 MB

I spent the last 23 years of my life focused on myself and my children.   In this first episode of Season 2, I explain how I thought being broken led me to a life of raising children alone.  I didn't know how to be a wife. But instead of living a life of bitterness and unforgiveness, I did a simple exercise that helped me put into focus the choices I had made.  Take a listen and leave a comment and tell me what you think. Next week you will hear the story of Amber Luffman.  You don't want ...

009_Broken List - More of My Story

October 01, 2019 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MB

I spent the last 23 years of my life focused on myself and my children.   In this first episode of Season 2, I explain how I thought being broken has lead me to a life of raising children alone.  I didn't know how to be a wife. But instead of living a life of bitterness and unforgiveness, I did a simple exercise that helped me put into focus the choices I had made.  Take a listen and leave a comment and tell me what you think. Next week you will hear the story of Amber Luffman.  You don't ...

001_Broken List - More of My Story

October 01, 2019 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MB

I spent the last 23 years of my life focused on myself and my children.   In this first episode of Season 2, I explain how I thought being broken had lead me to a life of raising children alone.  I didn't know how to be a wife. But instead of living a life of bitterness and unforgiveness, I did a simple exercise that helped me put into focus the choices I had made.  Take a listen and leave a comment and tell me what you think. Next week you will hear the story of Amber Luffman.  You don't ...

BONUS_Your Story Matters

September 19, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.49 MB

This is a bonus episode that expresses my gratitude for your love and support.  This is the last episode of this season.  I decided to end Season 1 here and continue next week with Season 2.  I hope you will continue to listen, subscribe, rate and review.  Tell me how I'm doing.  Regardless of your opinion, I'm sure it will help me to improve. Thanks again.  Also, listen as I read emails I got from two of my guests.  They were truly inspiring. Please support this show by becoming a Patro...

Finally A Roof Over Her Head - Lydia Cicarelli

September 11, 2019 17:59 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MB

What's it like to be homeless with a young child, even for a short while? Lydia Cicarelli learned how to balance long working hours as a welder, and raising a rambunctious 4-year-old. This extraordinary young woman is not too proud to be vulnerable and expresses gratitude despite her life challenges. ...He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection (Psalms 91:4). Blog: www.solomoms-talk.com IG/Twitter: @jrosemarie1 Intro song: Damien Ellison,...

007_A Roof Over Her Head - Lydia Cicarelli

September 11, 2019 10:59 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

What's it like to be homeless with a young child, even for a short while? Today, I speak with Lydia Cicarelli who has learned how to balance long work hours working as a welder, with raising a rambunctious 4-year-old. This extraordinary young woman is not too proud to be vulnerable and expresses gratitude despite her life challenges. Disclosure: This episode contains affiliate links.  Which means I get a small commission if you purchase from the advertiser mentioned. Blog: www.solomoms.net...

Starting Over and Looking Ahead - Sharee Brown

September 03, 2019 11:30 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

As a mother of a 20-year-old college sophomore, Sharee Brown has managed to learn from her mistakes as a young woman.  She left her hometown 17 years ago and moved to a new state so that both she and her son could have a better life. A safer life. Today, Sharee is looking forward to fulfilling her dreams while she supports her son in fostering his.   Blog: www.solomoms.net IG/Twitter: @jrosemarie1 Resources: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren Intro song: Damien Ellison, "Desperate"...

006_Starting Over and Looking Ahead - Sharee Brown

September 03, 2019 04:30 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

As a mother of a 20 year old college sophomore, Sharee Brown has managed to learn from her mistakes as a young woman.  She left her hometown 17 years ago and moved to a new state so that both her and her son could have a better life. Today, Sharee is looking forward to fulfilling her dreams while she supports her son in fostering his.  Grab my free checklist so you can simply your life: 15 Hacks to Simplify Your Life Blog: www.solomoms.net IG/Twitter: @jrosemarie1 Resources: The Purpos...

Time To Move On - Alicia Hill

August 27, 2019 17:15 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

Despite health challenges, broken relationships, and the devastating loss of her sister, Alicia has overcome the odds to become an upstanding and contributing member of her community. She not only offers her home as a safe haven for dogs she rescues, but she also encourages solo moms to ask for help when they need it. Blog: www.solomoms.net IG/Twitter: @jrosemarie1 FB: JRosemarie Solomom Ask and it will be given to you (Matthew 7:7). Intro song: Damien Ellison from his single "Despera...

005_Moving On - Alicia Hill

August 27, 2019 10:15 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Despite health challenges, broken relationships, and the devastating loss of her sister, Alicia has overcome the odds to become an upstanding and contributing member of her community. She not only offers her home as a safe haven for dogs she rescues, but she also encourages solo moms to ask for help when you need it. Blog: www.solomoms.net IG/Twitter: @jrosemarie1 FB: JRosemarie Solomom Grab my free checklist so you can simply your life: 15 Hacks to Simplify Your Life Free audio book: w...

BONUS_Don't Give Up

August 19, 2019 22:54 - 6 minutes - 4.8 MB

This short bonus content touches on the overwhelmingly similar response I got from solo moms I have interviewed so far, to the question: What one piece of advice would you give to a solo mom listening now? It's uncanny when you think about it.  Listen now. Disclosure: This episode contains affiliate links.  Which means I get a small commission if you purchase from the advertiser mentioned. email: [email protected] blog: www.solomoms.net IG/Twitter: @jrosemarie1 FB: Jrosemarie SoloMo...

She Finds Success by Showing Tough Love - Sonia Manborde

August 17, 2019 09:33 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

Loving our children sometimes call for that love to be tough.  In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing my long time friend Sonia Manborde. Sonia and I go waay back from our time growing up in England. We even once sang in an all-girls group together.   Join me as Sonia shares her story of perseverance and tough love while raising her daughter alone. Her hobbies are cooking and socializing and being a listening ear.  Disclosure: This episode contains affiliate links.  Which ...

003_Solo Mom Finds Success in Showing Tough Love - Sonia Manborde

August 17, 2019 02:33 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Loving our children sometimes call for that love to be tough.  In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing my long time friend Sonia Manborde. Sonia and I go waay back from our time growing up in England. We even once sang in an all-girls group together.   Join me as Sonia shares her story of perseverance and tough love while raising her daughter alone. Her hobbies are cooking and socializing and being a listening ear.   Disclosure: This episode contains affiliate links.  Which ...

Life in a Club Sandwich Generation - Shara Jones

August 15, 2019 23:08 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MB

In this episode, I talk to Shara Jones who is a 52 yo mom of 2 adult children.  Hear how she lost her husband and why she describes herself as being part of a club sandwich. But that’s just the beginning of the story of this extraordinary mom. From celebrating 30 years with the same employer to traveling solo, listen as she relates her desire for Gen X women and what she has checked off from her bucket list. Join me now as we hear the story of Shara Jones. “A father to the fatherless, a...

Life in a Club Sandwich - Shara Jones

August 15, 2019 21:08 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

In this episode, I talk to Shara Jones who is a 52 yo mom of 2 adult children.  Hear how she lost her husband and why she describes herself as being part of a club sandwich. But that’s just the beginning of the story of this extraordinary mom. From celebrating 30 years with the same employer to traveling solo, listen as she relates her desire for Gen X women and what she has checked off from her bucket list. Join me now as we hear the story of Shara Jones. “A father to the fatherless, a defen...

002_On Being a Club Sandwich - Shara Jones

August 15, 2019 16:08 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

In this episode I talk to Shara Jones who is a 52 yo mom of 2 adult children.  Hear how she lost her husband and why she describes herself as being part of a club sandwich. But that’s just the beginning of the story of this extraordinary mom. From celebrating 30 years with the same employer to traveling solo, listen as she relates her desire for Gen X women and what she has checked off from her bucket list. Join me now as we hear the story of Shara Jones. “A father to the fatherless, a ...

SoloMoms! Talk Intro - connecting the stories of solo moms globally

August 07, 2019 08:39 - 9 minutes - 8.42 MB

On this trailer episode of SoloMoms! Talk, I briefly tell my story of how I started on this journey of being a solo mom.  Listen to future episodes as I interview moms about their challenges and experiences raising kids alone. Click here to rate and review this podcast on MyPodcastReviews. Blog: www.solomoms-talk.com IG/Twitter: @jrosemarie1 Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.  Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done (Philippians 4:6,  NLT). In...

SoloMoms! Talk Intro - solo moms have unique life challenges and experiences

August 07, 2019 05:39 - 6 minutes - 4.44 MB

On this trailer episode of SoloMoms! Talk, I briefly tell my story of how I started on this journey of being a solo mom.  Listen to future episodes as I interview moms about their challenges and experiences raising kids alone. Support this show by becoming a https://www.patreon.com/solomomstalk (Patron). Disclosure: This episode contains affiliate links.  Which means I get a small commission if you purchase from the advertiser mentioned. Blog: https://www.solomoms.net (www.solomoms.net) IG...

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