The Single Greatest Choice

When Danielle and Paige were ready to grow their family, they knew the route of a traditional sperm bank wasn't right for them. They went to great lengths to find a known donor by tapping into their own network and doing a TON of legwork. After walking that path themselves, they decided to create The Seed Scout to help other families who were looking for options beyond the big, impersonal and deeply flawed major cryobanks. We discuss more about….. Connect with The Seed Scout! Follow them on social media! Website | Instagram | TikTok More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching

If you’ve been going back and forth about whether or not to have a second child as a SMBC, you’re not alone! I frequently get asked about this topic, and it’s one that’s on my mind a lot these days. From making decisions about egg and embryo freezing to deciding on spacing between children to weighing the pros and cons of being “one and done”...there’s a lot to think about! In this episode, I’m opening the conversation and asking SMBCs with one or more kids to share their thoughts about growing their families. What drives their desire to add more, or conversely, what factors help them decide their family is complete as it is? These audio clips provide a range of perspectives and bring up lots of important considerations. As always, the goal of this podcast is to help women like you and me feel less alone, and I hope these reflections help to do that in some small way no matter where you are in your motherhood journey! More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching

For years, Meredith and her gay best friend had a running joke that if they were both still single without kids by a certain point, they’d have a child together. Recently, Meredith decided it was time to take that joke seriously. In our conversation, she’ll explain more about her decision, the arrangements she’s making with her known donor, and how she’s prepping for her future life as a single mom. We discuss more about….. Check out The Backup Plan Podcast! Website | Instagram | TikTok | Youtube Mentioned Resources Cosmo article with Lala Kent More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching

Carla shares her experience from exploring surrogacy options to the complex matching process and the major impact of spiritual faith on her decision-making. She also reflects on the important trust and connection required in the surrogate relationship, and the joys and challenges of pregnancy through the lens of surrogacy. Join us as Carla's story inspires and illuminates the possibilities of motherhood that go beyond conventional norms, embracing the transformative power of love as a single mom by choice. We discuss more about….. Mentioned Resources https://www.familymatchconsulting.com/ More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching

New episodes coming every other Wednesday, starting March 20! Get more info and sign up for Guest Expert Workshops, Community Groups, and the SGC Directory at www.singlegreatestchoice.com.

Join Katie and the community for a 90 minute collaborative New Years goal setting and celebrating event! Get signed up at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching. The event is Sunday, January 7 @ 6:30pm central. See you there!

Connect with Keina! Website | Instagram | Facebook | Podcast Mentioned Resources Money Files - 96 | From Finances to Motherhood: Let’s Talk Money Coaching Check out the SGC Directory! Email Katie for the password: katie@singlegreatestchoice.com Join us in El Cuyo, Mexico March 10-15, 2024! www.singlegreatestchoice.com/el-cuyo-2024 More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching

In this episode, we discuss more about….. Connect with Laura! Follow her on social media! Instagram | Website | TikTok | Podcast Watch Laura’s TikTok video rating sperm banks Check out the SGC Directory! Email Katie for the password: katie@singlegreatestchoice.com More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching Join us in El Cuyo, Mexico March 10-15, 2024! www.singlegreatestchoice.com/el-cuyo-2024

In this episode, we discuss more about….. Connect with Dylan! Follow him on social media! Website | Instagram | TikTok Check out these organizations in the donor conception space! U.S. Donor Conceived Council: www.usdcc.org Donor Conceived Community: donorconceivedcommunity.org Mentioned Resources We Are Donor Conceived 2020 Survey Report More info about coaching and retreats www.singlegreatestchoice.com/

We discuss more about….. Connect with Rose! Follow her on social media! Instagram | Website More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching

In our conversation, Julie takes us through the hurdles of healing from past traumas, addressing fertility challenges, and how she first became a mom. She is extremely passionate about parents teaching their children how to become a part of their lives and encourages moms to take that vacation, kids in tow! She provides incredible tips on traveling with kids as a single parent that you will not want to miss. Trust me, she’s the expert, so get ready to take some notes! We discuss more about….. Connect with Julie! Follow her on social media! Instagram | Website |Podcast – Launching Nov 2023 – Sign up to receive updates Mentioned Resources - Check out these resorts with baby clubs & childcare options! All can be booked with Julie’s agency – www.influencedtravelagency.com Franklyn D. ResortMelia and Paradisus HotelsPalladium Hotel GroupCoconut Bay - St LuciaClub MedMore info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching Join us in Sedona December 29 - January 2! www.singlegreatestchoice.com/retreats-sedona-2024

In this episode, we discuss more about….. More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching Join us in Sedona December 29 - January 2! www.singlegreatestchoice.com/retreats-sedona-2024

Throughout our discussion, Sara opens up about the series of events that led to the birth of her son, Micah, as well as her deliberate (sort of) decision to embrace single motherhood. We explore the advantages and challenges of co-parenting, examine the various choices available for expanding one's family with a second child, and gain insights into her journey within the coaching realm. We discuss more about….. Connect with Sara! Follow her on social media! Instagram | Website | Podcast Mentioned Resources Lunchbreak Journaling For Moms: https://www.saragraybeal.com/lunch-break-journaling-for-moms Supercharge Your Creativity: https://www.saragraybeal.com/superchargeyourcreativity More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching Join us in Sedona December 29 - January 2! www.singlegreatestchoice.com/retreats-sedona-2024

In this episode, we discuss more about….. Connect with Rachel! InstagramFacebook Mentioned Resources Instagram Reel on the psychological damage of not having a dad. We Are Family by Susan Golombok: https://www.amazon.com/We-Are-Family-Transformation-Children/dp/1541758641 More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching Join us in Sedona December 29 - January 2! www.singlegreatestchoice.com/retreats-sedona-2024

Elizabeth wears multiple hats as a postpartum doula, lactation counselor (soon-to-be consultant), infant massage instructor, and infant sleep consultant. After years of dedicated work, she took a courageous step towards single parenthood and welcomed her son in the midst of the pandemic. Join us as we delve into her fascinating journey, exploring her roles as a supportive professional and a mother who embraces the beauty of non-traditional family structures. We discuss more about….. Handling life’s transitions while maintaining her empowering roles. Connect with Elizabeth! www.empoweringmama.com Follow her on social media! Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Enroll now for The Thriving Postpartum Course! Mentioned Resources Big Brother Learns All About Babies by Itty Bitty Newborn More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching Join us in Sedona December 29 - January 2! www.singlegreatestchoice.com/retreats-sedona-2024

Through her work as an author and speaker, Kiara has been on a transformative path connecting with donor-conceived children and prospective parents, opening the door to a world often overlooked in mainstream narratives. In our conversation, she describes more about her journey of self-discovery, meeting her donor siblings, and the beauty of creating her own family on her terms. We discuss more about….. Chosen Family Connect with Kiara! www.kiararaeschuh.com Follow her on IG: @kiararaeschuh Chosen Family is available now on Amazon! More info about SGC coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching

In this episode, Katie interviews another yet another smart, creative, soulful and wise SMBC in the making (seriously...I am so blown away by the women who are making this choice. It never gets old!). Chekwube is a 31 year old Black queer femme novelist, poet, artist, and professor living and working in Los Angeles. Her warmth and intentionality shine through, as well as her desire for motherhood. I hope you enjoy meeting her as much as I did! You can connect with Chekwube and learn more about her work through her website: https://codanladi.com/ More info about coaching and community groups at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/coaching

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I dare you to listen to this episode and NOT be inspired! Halima is a woman who is living life to it's fullest. A few years back, she began the process of shedding every part of life that didn't feel like the truest version of herself - and I am not talking about cleaning out her closet. We are talking about the big things...her job, her marriage, her home - Halima let it all go in order to pursue her deepest desire for motherhood. I am so excited for you to meet my friend and share in her absolute joy at the idea of becoming a solo parent. Halima is one of those people who makes me so very thankful to be on this solo parenting path, and I can't wait to share her story with you. If you want to connect with her, she's @halimaanderson on IG. Enjoy!

Meghann shares her incredible story of overcoming loss and serious health complications while on her path to solo motherhood. Listen to hear how she beat the odds and stopped at nothing to create her beautiful family as a solo mom to two beautiful donor-embryo conceived kids. Meghann is a trauma surgeon, a pregnancy loss survivor and an amputee. She's had many opportunities to allow circumstances to drag her down, but she's risen above them all to create a beautiful life for herself and her two children. You can connect with Meg on the Quora platfrom @Meghann Kaiser. For more information about The Single Greatest Choice Yoga & Coaching Retreat, visit www.singlegreatestchoice.com/retreats. To enroll in upcoming group coaching, visit www.singlegreatestchoice.com/group-coaching