In this honest and energising episode, Zoë speaks with coach and workplace inclusion advocate Orla Donoghue about redefining what it means to be a single parent today.
Orla shares her story of becoming a single parent during the 2021 lockdown, co-parenting her son 50/50, and how the lack of tailored support inspired her to retrain as a coach and launch Solas Coaching. The two discuss the emotional and logistical challenges of solo parenting, how stigma still affects the way people see themselves, and why connection and community are non-negotiables for thriving as a single parent.
❤️ The hidden emotional weight of the term "single parent".
❤️ How to find your voice and own your single parent identity.
❤️ How to overcome guilt, shame and overwhelm in the parenting journey.
❤️ The transformative power of Frolo Meetups and why Orla is so passionate about supporting other single parents.
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