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Single Mother Survival Guide291 - Ask JuliaIn 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. But despite th...2022-03-2920 min
Single Mother Survival Guide253 - Julia's single mum storyThis week on the show, I have a single mum, Julia, sharing her story. Julia has been a single mum since 2018 and is a part of my Thrive Tribe community. When Julia met her partner, their relationship progressed quite quickly and they soon moved in together. In 2013, she gave birth to their first baby which was the beginning of a spiral of trauma for Julia. Julia also suffered from PND after the birth, which was when her partner's narcissistic tendencies started showing up. Julia and her partner were married shortly before their second so...2021-06-221h 07
Single Mother Survival Guide210 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer more questions sent in by listeners. This week, these questions relate to: Dealing with your feelings, and the feelings of your family, around shame and guilt when pregnant and single. How to deal with bringing your baby to meet the woman your partner left you for. Links mentioned in the episode: Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.2020-08-1835 min
Single Mother Survival Guide210 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer more questions sent in by listeners. This week, these questions relate to: Dealing with your feelings, and the feelings of your family, around shame and guilt when pregnant and single. How to deal with bringing your baby to meet the woman your partner left you for. Links mentioned in the episode: Join the Thrive Tribe waitlist HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.2020-08-1835 min
Single Mother Survival Guide204 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: The fear of having time without your child and when you're constantly threatened by your ex with being taken to court. What to do when you are constantly the one trying to facilitate a relationship between your young child and their father, and the father is not putting in any reciprocal effort. How to help your child when they struggle with you having a new partner and not seeing their dad. Links mentioned in the episode: Blog Post: THE BEST 5 B...2020-07-0726 min
Single Mother Survival Guide204 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: The fear of having time without your child and when you're constantly threatened by your ex with being taken to court. What to do when you are constantly the one trying to facilitate a relationship between your young child and their father, and the father is not putting in any reciprocal effort. How to help your child when they struggle with you having a new partner and not seeing their dad. Links mentioned in the episode: Blog Post: THE BEST 5 B...2020-07-0726 min
Single Mother Survival Guide178 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your ex buys your 8-year-old daughter a phone without consulting you. Considering a move to Bali for support. Whether or not to ditch private health insurance. Links mentioned in the episode: Thank you to this week's sponsor, Invisalign. Bright Smile Dental Coogee. Pros And Cons Of Private Health Insurance. 155 - Canna Campbell and the $1000 project. Some ideas to help donate to the Australian Bushfire appeals here: NSW RURAL FIRE SERVICE Red Cros...2020-01-0736 min
Single Mother Survival Guide178 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your ex buys your 8-year-old daughter a phone without consulting you. Considering a move to Bali for support. Whether or not to ditch private health insurance. Links mentioned in the episode: Thank you to this week's sponsor, Invisalign. Bright Smile Dental Coogee. Pros And Cons Of Private Health Insurance. 155 - Canna Campbell and the $1000 project. Some ideas to help donate to the Australian Bushfire appeals here: NSW RURAL FIRE SERVICE Red Cros...2020-01-0736 min
Single Mother Survival Guide173 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: Overnights for young children with their dads when they haven't seen them for a while. What to do when your kids want to buy you Christmas/birthday presents but they are too young to organise this themselves. Links mentioned in the episode: Book in for an intensive mentoring session HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest2019-12-0322 min
Single Mother Survival Guide173 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: Overnights for young children with their dads when they haven't seen them for a while. What to do when your kids want to buy you Christmas/birthday presents but they are too young to organise this themselves. Links mentioned in the episode: Book in for an intensive mentoring session HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest2019-12-0322 min
Single Mother Survival Guide169 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: Setting yourself up for leaving a partner. When your new partner struggles to accept your children. Setting up a parenting schedule to help an ex foster a relationship with your child but they keep letting you down. Links mentioned in the episode: Book in for an intensive mentoring session HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinteres2019-11-0522 min
Single Mother Survival Guide169 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: Setting yourself up for leaving a partner. When your new partner struggles to accept your children. Setting up a parenting schedule to help an ex foster a relationship with your child but they keep letting you down. Links mentioned in the episode: Book in for an intensive mentoring session HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinteres2019-11-0522 min
Single Mother Survival Guide165 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your child suffers at their other parent's house because he/she doesn't get along with the child of that parent's new partner. When an ex tries to outdo you with kids birthday celebrations and you are not invited. If it's okay to block an ex on your phone if he's giving you anxiety. Links mentioned in the episode: Read more, and sign up to the online program for single mothers - Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - here. To...2019-10-0821 min
Single Mother Survival Guide165 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your child suffers at their other parent's house because he/she doesn't get along with the child of that parent's new partner. When an ex tries to outdo you with kids birthday celebrations and you are not invited. If it's okay to block an ex on your phone if he's giving you anxiety. Links mentioned in the episode: Read more, and sign up to the online program for single mothers - Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - here. To...2019-10-0821 min
Single Mother Survival Guide161 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your ex wants to introduce his new partner to your 5 and 3 yr girls who he rarely sees, and what questions to ask his new girlfriend if given the opportunity. For someone new to the dating scene, what questions to ask (and how and when) a guy who you have been dating for a month in terms of a future relationship, marriage, and future children. Links mentioned in the episode: Read more, and sign up to the online program fo...2019-09-1027 min
Single Mother Survival Guide161 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your ex wants to introduce his new partner to your 5 and 3 yr girls who he rarely sees, and what questions to ask his new girlfriend if given the opportunity. For someone new to the dating scene, what questions to ask (and how and when) a guy who you have been dating for a month in terms of a future relationship, marriage, and future children. Links mentioned in the episode: Read more, and sign up to the online program fo...2019-09-1027 min
Single Mother Survival Guide159 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: The anxiety when the other parent wants to take the children overseas. How to manage the lack of response from an ex when it comes to appointments and planning. Moving on with the fear of the unexpected after DV. Links mentioned in the episode: Thank you to this week's sponsor, Invisalign. Bright Smile Dental Coogee. Blog post - My Invisalign treatment begins. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visi...2019-08-2738 min
Single Mother Survival Guide159 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: The anxiety when the other parent wants to take the children overseas. How to manage the lack of response from an ex when it comes to appointments and planning. Moving on with the fear of the unexpected after DV. Links mentioned in the episode: Thank you to this week's sponsor, Invisalign. Bright Smile Dental Coogee. Blog post - My Invisalign treatment begins. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visi...2019-08-2738 min
Single Mother Survival Guide154 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: How to deal with feelings of resentment and hostility when the father of your kids has another child with a new partner and then they also separate but your ex treats the new child better, or differently than your kids you have with him. Is it unreasonable to know when the father of your children gets engaged? How does one co-parent after betrayal and manage visiting schedules if the parents live in different states and the child is a baby? Links m...2019-07-2328 min
Single Mother Survival Guide154 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: How to deal with feelings of resentment and hostility when the father of your kids has another child with a new partner and then they also separate but your ex treats the new child better, or differently than your kids you have with him. Is it unreasonable to know when the father of your children gets engaged? How does one co-parent after betrayal and manage visiting schedules if the parents live in different states and the child is a baby? Links m...2019-07-2328 min
Single Mother Survival Guide149 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: What to do if your child's father doesn't return your child at the allocated time? What to do about the one that got away... Relocating overseas and what it's like to raise kids in Sydney. Links mentioned in the episode: Sign up to the next FREE 30 Day Get Your Sparkle Back Challenge HERE To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with S...2019-06-1823 min
Single Mother Survival Guide149 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: What to do if your child's father doesn't return your child at the allocated time? What to do about the one that got away... Relocating overseas and what it's like to raise kids in Sydney. Links mentioned in the episode: Sign up to the next FREE 30 Day Get Your Sparkle Back Challenge HERE To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with S...2019-06-1823 min
Single Mother Survival Guide145 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: What to do if your child's father turns up after 5 years of being MIA and suddenly wants to be a part of your child's life. What to do when you can't rely on your ex helping with tuition fees for your child because they are an addict. What to look for in an au-pair. Links mentioned in the episode: Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered - ENROLL HERE. Check o...2019-05-2127 min
Single Mother Survival Guide145 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: What to do if your child's father turns up after 5 years of being MIA and suddenly wants to be a part of your child's life. What to do when you can't rely on your ex helping with tuition fees for your child because they are an addict. What to look for in an au-pair. Links mentioned in the episode: Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered - ENROLL HERE. Check o...2019-05-2127 min
Single Mother Survival Guide141 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your ex's family member updates your ex on your personal life. Setting boundaries in children when you are a single mum. What to do about the care of a child when you have an important court date or similar and you have no one in your village available to help out. Links mentioned in the episode: Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered - ENROLL HERE. Read about the Ci...2019-04-2328 min
Single Mother Survival Guide141 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your ex's family member updates your ex on your personal life. Setting boundaries in children when you are a single mum. What to do about the care of a child when you have an important court date or similar and you have no one in your village available to help out. Links mentioned in the episode: Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered - ENROLL HERE. Read about the Ci...2019-04-2328 min
Single Mother Survival Guide138 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: Money and being a single mum. Introducing a new partner to your child. Interstate relocation. We also get an update from the anonymous listener who wrote in and said she wasn't sure if she wanted to stay the primary parent of her child. This question was addressed in Episode 122. She chats with me about what has happened since she podcast aired in December. Links mentioned in the episode: Listen to Episode 122 HERE - When you're unsure if you w...2019-04-0246 min
Single Mother Survival Guide138 - Ask JuliaIn this episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: Money and being a single mum. Introducing a new partner to your child. Interstate relocation. We also get an update from the anonymous listener who wrote in and said she wasn't sure if she wanted to stay the primary parent of her child. This question was addressed in Episode 122. She chats with me about what has happened since she podcast aired in December. Links mentioned in the episode: Listen to Episode 122 HERE - When you're unsure if you w...2019-04-0246 min
Single Mother Survival Guide133 - Sudden wife abandonment, with Hayley (Part 3)Hayley thought her relationship with her husband had been a fairytale. They had been together for more than nine years. They had traveled, enjoyed hiking and doing things together in the outdoors, had just finished renovating a home and had just had a baby. Hayley was very much in love. So when her husband's demeanor changed and he then casually told her that he didn't love her anymore, her whole world stopped. But, as shocking as this story is, ultimately it’s a story of hope and one woman's strength. In this final installment of this three-part series...2019-02-2650 min
Single Mother Survival Guide132 - Sudden wife abandonment, with Hayley (Part 2)Hayley thought her relationship with her husband had been a fairytale. They had been together for more than nine years. They had traveled, enjoyed hiking and doing things together in the outdoors, had just finished renovating a home and had just had a baby. Hayley was very much in love. So when her husband's demeanor changed and he then casually told her that he didn't love her anymore, her whole world stopped. But, as shocking as this story is, ultimately it’s a story of hope and one woman's strength. This is Part 2 of a three-part series with...2019-02-1937 min
Single Mother Survival Guide131 - Sudden wife abandonment, with Hayley (Part 1)Hayley thought her relationship with her husband had been a fairytale. They had been together for more than nine years. They had traveled, enjoyed hiking and doing things together in the outdoors, had just finished renovating a home and had just had a baby. Hayley was very much in love. So when her husband's demeanor changed and he then casually told her that he didn't love her anymore, her whole world stopped. But, as shocking as this story is, ultimately it’s a story of hope and one woman's strength. This is Part 1 of a three-part series with...2019-02-1245 min
Single Mother Survival Guide131 - Sudden wife abandonment, with Hayley (Part 1)Hayley thought her relationship with her husband had been a fairytale. They had been together for more than nine years. They had traveled, enjoyed hiking and doing things together in the outdoors, had just finished renovating a home and had just had a baby. Hayley was very much in love. So when her husband's demeanor changed and he then casually told her that he didn't love her anymore, her whole world stopped. But, as shocking as this story is, ultimately it’s a story of hope and one woman's strength. This is Part 1 of a three-part series with...2019-02-1245 min
Single Mother Survival Guide126 - Ask Julia In this solo episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your husband whom you recently separated from starts dating one of the other mums in your child's class. When your ex is constantly threatening you with going to court. When you are very pregnant and just separated from your partner and he wants 50% custody of your baby that is about to be born. Links mentioned in the episode: Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered (kicking off on 28th January 2019...2019-01-0849 min
Single Mother Survival Guide126 - Ask Julia In this solo episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: When your husband whom you recently separated from starts dating one of the other mums in your child's class. When your ex is constantly threatening you with going to court. When you are very pregnant and just separated from your partner and he wants 50% custody of your baby that is about to be born. Links mentioned in the episode: Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered (kicking off on 28th January 2019...2019-01-0849 min
Single Mother Survival Guide122 - When you're unsure if you want to stay the primary parent, with Elisabeth ShawWhat happens if you're not sure that you want to be the primary parent anymore? If you’re a regular listener you’ll know that I often do “Ask Julia” style episodes, where I try to offer some advice on a particular single mum issue. Recently I got asked this really interesting question... She wrote... Hi Julia! I just wanted to say that I absolutely love your podcast and listening each week. I was wondering if you could do a podcast on single mothers who give up primary custody of their children and the reasons...2018-12-1146 min
Single Mother Survival Guide122 - When you're unsure if you want to stay the primary parent, with Elisabeth ShawWhat happens if you're not sure that you want to be the primary parent anymore? If you’re a regular listener you’ll know that I often do “Ask Julia” style episodes, where I try to offer some advice on a particular single mum issue. Recently I got asked this really interesting question... She wrote... Hi Julia! I just wanted to say that I absolutely love your podcast and listening each week. I was wondering if you could do a podcast on single mothers who give up primary custody of their children and the reasons...2018-12-1146 min
Single Mother Survival Guide120 - Ask JuliaIn this solo episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: Whether to include the other parent in your child's birthday party. How to respond to a child when they mention that they want to live with both their mum and dad again together in the same house. How soon is too soon when it comes to dating and dealing with insecurity as a single mother. Links mentioned in the episode: Read the blog post - THE BEST 5 BOOKS FOR CHILDREN OF SINGLE PARENTS. To contact Julia, em...2018-11-2735 min
Single Mother Survival Guide120 - Ask JuliaIn this solo episode, I answer some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: Whether to include the other parent in your child's birthday party. How to respond to a child when they mention that they want to live with both their mum and dad again together in the same house. How soon is too soon when it comes to dating and dealing with insecurity as a single mother. Links mentioned in the episode: Read the blog post - THE BEST 5 BOOKS FOR CHILDREN OF SINGLE PARENTS. To contact Julia, em...2018-11-2735 min
Single Mother Survival Guide117 - More of your questions answeredIn this solo episode, Julia answers some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: How to remain calm and not respond to an ex trying to upset you, and not allowing his behaviour or actions affect you. If shared parenting gets easier and how to manage an ex who plays games and seems to have no interest in a child's physical and mental well-being. How to handle a brand new break-up - from feeling devastated for the kids, managing grief, feeling lost, finding support, and strategies to move forward. Plus what to do if he i...2018-11-0651 min
Single Mother Survival Guide117 - More of your questions answeredIn this solo episode, Julia answers some more questions sent in by listeners. These questions relate to: How to remain calm and not respond to an ex trying to upset you, and not allowing his behaviour or actions affect you. If shared parenting gets easier and how to manage an ex who plays games and seems to have no interest in a child's physical and mental well-being. How to handle a brand new break-up - from feeling devastated for the kids, managing grief, feeling lost, finding support, and strategies to move forward. Plus what to do if he i...2018-11-0651 min
Single Mother Survival Guide116 - Single mum advice from early learning educator Kat Wieczorek-GhissoOn this week's episode, Julia speaks with Kat Wieczorek-Ghisso. Kat is the co-founder of Paisley Park Early Learning and is also a single mum. Kat has made a significant contribution to the education of young children and is recognized as a thought leader and expert within the field. In this episode, Kat shares her advice for single mums from the perspective of an early learning educator, and also as a fellow single mum. Julia and Kat also chat about cooking with kids, managing the juggle, parenting consistencies, mum guilt, and so much more. Kat also shares...2018-10-301h 07
Single Mother Survival Guide116 - Single mum advice from early learning educator Kat Wieczorek-GhissoOn this week's episode, Julia speaks with Kat Wieczorek-Ghisso. Kat is the co-founder of Paisley Park Early Learning and is also a single mum. Kat has made a significant contribution to the education of young children and is recognized as a thought leader and expert within the field. In this episode, Kat shares her advice for single mums from the perspective of an early learning educator, and also as a fellow single mum. Julia and Kat also chat about cooking with kids, managing the juggle, parenting consistencies, mum guilt, and so much more. Kat also shares...2018-10-301h 07
Single Mother Survival Guide114 - Attracting positivity to your lifeIn this solo episode, Julia offers some strategies to attract positive energy to your life. Links mentioned in the episode: Thank you to this week's sponsor - Fernwood Fitness. Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered (kicking off on 22nd October 2018) - ENROLL HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with Julia, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Mentoring and E-Courses. Book in for your 90 minute one-off intensive one-on-one session with Julia r...2018-10-1626 min
Single Mother Survival Guide114 - Attracting positivity to your lifeIn this solo episode, Julia offers some strategies to attract positive energy to your life. Links mentioned in the episode: Thank you to this week's sponsor - Fernwood Fitness. Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered (kicking off on 22nd October 2018) - ENROLL HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with Julia, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Mentoring and E-Courses. Book in for your 90 minute one-off intensive one-on-one session with Julia r...2018-10-1626 min
Single Mother Survival Guide113 - Your questions answeredIn this solo episode, Julia answers some questions sent in by listeners. Links mentioned in the episode: Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered (kicking off on 22nd October 2018) - ENROLL HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with Julia, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Mentoring and E-Courses. Book in for your 90 minute one-off intensive one-on-one session with Julia right HERE. Book in for your complimentary 30 minute Clarity Call with Julia h...2018-10-0951 min
Single Mother Survival Guide113 - Your questions answeredIn this solo episode, Julia answers some questions sent in by listeners. Links mentioned in the episode: Don't Just Survive, THRIVE! - The online course for single mums to get empowered (kicking off on 22nd October 2018) - ENROLL HERE. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with Julia, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Mentoring and E-Courses. Book in for your 90 minute one-off intensive one-on-one session with Julia right HERE. Book in for your complimentary 30 minute Clarity Call with Julia h...2018-10-0951 min
Single Mother Survival Guide111 - Secret Single Mums Business No. 4 with Nadia Mori and Lyndsey BrambleIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with single mums Nadia Mori and Lyndsey Bramble about secret single mums business for the fourth time. We chat about dating, mean girls on the P&C, frequent flyers, the state of Australian politics, buying houses, running a business, recovering from break-ups and settling into single mum life. Links mentioned in the episode: Listen to our first Secret Single Mums Business Episode here. Listen to the second Secret Single Mums Business Episode here. Listen to the third Secret Single Mums...2018-09-251h 17
Single Mother Survival Guide111 - Secret Single Mums Business No. 4 with Nadia Mori and Lyndsey BrambleIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with single mums Nadia Mori and Lyndsey Bramble about secret single mums business for the fourth time. We chat about dating, mean girls on the P&C, frequent flyers, the state of Australian politics, buying houses, running a business, recovering from break-ups and settling into single mum life. Links mentioned in the episode: Listen to our first Secret Single Mums Business Episode here. Listen to the second Secret Single Mums Business Episode here. Listen to the third Secret Single Mums...2018-09-251h 17
Single Mother Survival Guide110 - Lauren Patterson's single mum storyIn this week's episode, Julia chats with Lauren Patterson. Lauren is a single mum, a personal trainer, mental health advocate, and blogger at Mad Max Mum. Lauren knows what it’s like to hit rock bottom. After living with depression and an eating disorder in her younger years, separating from the father of her children, and suffering from post-natal depression, a passion for living a balanced and healthy lifestyle was fueled which focused on self-love, empowerment and mindfulness. In this episode Lauren shares some of her single mum story and life. Lauren chats with Julia abo...2018-09-181h 01
Single Mother Survival Guide110 - Lauren Patterson's single mum storyIn this week's episode, Julia chats with Lauren Patterson. Lauren is a single mum, a personal trainer, mental health advocate, and blogger at Mad Max Mum. Lauren knows what it’s like to hit rock bottom. After living with depression and an eating disorder in her younger years, separating from the father of her children, and suffering from post-natal depression, a passion for living a balanced and healthy lifestyle was fueled which focused on self-love, empowerment and mindfulness. In this episode Lauren shares some of her single mum story and life. Lauren chats with Julia abo...2018-09-181h 01
Single Mother Survival Guide109 - When your ex gets a new partnerIn this solo episode, Julia answers some of the most common questions sent in by listeners relating to when the ex gets a new partner... How to deal with it as an ex partner? How to deal with it as a mum? How to talk about it with the kids? And the dreaded... do I have to meet them? PLUS, what if your ex insists your children call his new girlfriend "mum"? Links mentioned in the episode: To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with...2018-09-1133 min
Single Mother Survival Guide109 - When your ex gets a new partnerIn this solo episode, Julia answers some of the most common questions sent in by listeners relating to when the ex gets a new partner... How to deal with it as an ex partner? How to deal with it as a mum? How to talk about it with the kids? And the dreaded... do I have to meet them? PLUS, what if your ex insists your children call his new girlfriend "mum"? Links mentioned in the episode: To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with...2018-09-1133 min
Single Mother Survival Guide108 - When sex comes with (unwanted) painIsiah McKimmie, one of Australia’s leading relationship and sex experts is back to chat with Julia in this week's episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast. This time, Julia and Isiah talk about sex and pain. Sex and pain are not two words we’d typically like to put in a sentence together; not when it's unwanted anyway. In this episode Isiah chats with Julia about: The different types of pain including sexual pain, pelvic pain, and chronic pain. If there are any stages in life where it could get worse. How common...2018-09-0440 min
Single Mother Survival Guide108 - When sex comes with (unwanted) painIsiah McKimmie, one of Australia’s leading relationship and sex experts is back to chat with Julia in this week's episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast. This time, Julia and Isiah talk about sex and pain. Sex and pain are not two words we’d typically like to put in a sentence together; not when it's unwanted anyway. In this episode Isiah chats with Julia about: The different types of pain including sexual pain, pelvic pain, and chronic pain. If there are any stages in life where it could get worse. How common...2018-09-0440 min
Single Mother Survival Guide102 - Catch up with JuliaIn this solo episode, Julia chats about what's going on in her life at the moment, her daughter's recent return from a trip with her dad, and some weekly challenges. Plus she answers one of the most common questions she's getting asked lately. Links mentioned in the episode: Sign up for the Don't Just Survive, THRIVE e-course kicking off on the 30th July right here. Blog post - Enough with the parent alienation accusation if it’s not true. Blog post - How I got through the dark days. Vote for Julia in the Podcast Awards To co...2018-07-2441 min
Single Mother Survival Guide102 - Catch up with JuliaIn this solo episode, Julia chats about what's going on in her life at the moment, her daughter's recent return from a trip with her dad, and some weekly challenges. Plus she answers one of the most common questions she's getting asked lately. Links mentioned in the episode: Sign up for the Don't Just Survive, THRIVE e-course kicking off on the 30th July right here. Blog post - Enough with the parent alienation accusation if it’s not true. Blog post - How I got through the dark days. Vote for Julia in the Podcast Awards To co...2018-07-2441 min
Single Mother Survival Guide101 - Isiah Mckimmie on sex and stressIsiah McKimmie, one of Australia’s leading relationship and sex experts is back to chat with Julia in this week's episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast. This time, Julia and Isiah talk about the relationship between sex and stress. They discuss the impact that stress has on sex and how sex can benefit stress, plus lots more! Isiah is a passionate couples therapist, sex therapist, sexologist and tantra expert who has been helping women and couples discover deeper intimacy and desire for over a decade. One of the most qualified Sex and Rela...2018-07-1738 min
Single Mother Survival Guide101 - Isiah Mckimmie on sex and stressIsiah McKimmie, one of Australia’s leading relationship and sex experts is back to chat with Julia in this week's episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast. This time, Julia and Isiah talk about the relationship between sex and stress. They discuss the impact that stress has on sex and how sex can benefit stress, plus lots more! Isiah is a passionate couples therapist, sex therapist, sexologist and tantra expert who has been helping women and couples discover deeper intimacy and desire for over a decade. One of the most qualified Sex and Rela...2018-07-1738 min
Single Mother Survival Guide097 - Making sense of the Child Care SubsidyIn this solo episode, Julia discusses the Child Care Subsidy which comes into effect on the 2nd July 2018. Links mentioned in the episode: Read Julia's blog post on how the new Child Care Subsidy will affect single parents here. What is adjusted taxable income? Thank you to this week's sponsor - Goodstart. Vote for Julia in the 2018 Mum Blog Awards here. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with Julia, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Mentoring and E-Courses. Book in for your complimenta...2018-06-1920 min
Single Mother Survival Guide097 - Making sense of the Child Care SubsidyIn this solo episode, Julia discusses the Child Care Subsidy which comes into effect on the 2nd July 2018. Links mentioned in the episode: Read Julia's blog post on how the new Child Care Subsidy will affect single parents here. What is adjusted taxable income? Thank you to this week's sponsor - Goodstart. Vote for Julia in the 2018 Mum Blog Awards here. To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with Julia, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Mentoring and E-Courses. Book in for your complimenta...2018-06-1920 min
Single Mother Survival Guide093 - Single parent camping hacksIn this solo episode, Julia shares her advice for camping as a single mum. This includes all the key takeaways that she got out of her recent camping trip with her daughter. From what to bring, to how long to go for, to where to go. She also reveals her secret hacks to make the trip far more enjoyable. She also discusses the great, the good, and the not so great parts of single-parent camping. If you are planning a camping trip with your little one (or little ones), don't miss this episode of the S...2018-05-2239 min
Single Mother Survival Guide093 - Single parent camping hacksIn this solo episode, Julia shares her advice for camping as a single mum. This includes all the key takeaways that she got out of her recent camping trip with her daughter. From what to bring, to how long to go for, to where to go. She also reveals her secret hacks to make the trip far more enjoyable. She also discusses the great, the good, and the not so great parts of single-parent camping. If you are planning a camping trip with your little one (or little ones), don't miss this episode of the S...2018-05-2239 min
Single Mother Survival Guide091 - Isiah Mckimmie on how to get your orgasm backIsiah McKimmie, one of Australia’s leading relationship and sex experts is back to chat with Julia in this week's episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast. This time, Julia and Isiah talk about all things ORGASMS. They discuss if orgasms are possible for everyone, if it is normal to struggle to reach an orgasm, what kind of factors can get in the way of reaching an orgasm, what you can do to find your orgasm, and lots more! Isiah also answers questions from listeners such as: Is it common for mothers over 40 to lo...2018-05-0831 min
Single Mother Survival Guide091 - Isiah Mckimmie on how to get your orgasm backIsiah McKimmie, one of Australia’s leading relationship and sex experts is back to chat with Julia in this week's episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast. This time, Julia and Isiah talk about all things ORGASMS. They discuss if orgasms are possible for everyone, if it is normal to struggle to reach an orgasm, what kind of factors can get in the way of reaching an orgasm, what you can do to find your orgasm, and lots more! Isiah also answers questions from listeners such as: Is it common for mothers over 40 to lo...2018-05-0831 min
Single Mother Survival Guide090 - Traveling with young children, as a single parentIn this solo episode Julia shares her advice on traveling as a single mum with children who are five and under. From what you need to do before you get to the airport, to what to bring on the plane, to researching hotels, to legals, and so much more. She also discusses the Family Law Watchlist and the Hague Convention. If you are planning a trip with your little one (or little ones), listen to this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast. Links mentioned in the episode: For instructions on how...2018-05-0149 min
Single Mother Survival Guide090 - Traveling with young children, as a single parentIn this solo episode Julia shares her advice on traveling as a single mum with children who are five and under. From what you need to do before you get to the airport, to what to bring on the plane, to researching hotels, to legals, and so much more. She also discusses the Family Law Watchlist and the Hague Convention. If you are planning a trip with your little one (or little ones), listen to this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast. Links mentioned in the episode: For instructions on how...2018-05-0149 min
Single Mother Survival Guide086 - Finding your identity again as a single mumIn this solo episode Julia talks about finding your identity as a single mum. Sometimes when we come out of our relationships we have lost who we are, and in this episode Julia shares her tips on how you can start to rediscover yourself again and get back to being YOU. Links mentioned in the episode: Download the finding yourself exercise here. Sign up to the Don’t Just Survive, THRIVE online program for single mums by Sunday April 15, 2018 (sign up here). To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For inf...2018-04-0324 min
Single Mother Survival Guide086 - Finding your identity again as a single mumIn this solo episode Julia talks about finding your identity as a single mum. Sometimes when we come out of our relationships we have lost who we are, and in this episode Julia shares her tips on how you can start to rediscover yourself again and get back to being YOU. Links mentioned in the episode: Download the finding yourself exercise here. Sign up to the Don’t Just Survive, THRIVE online program for single mums by Sunday April 15, 2018 (sign up here). To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For inf...2018-04-0324 min
Single Mother Survival Guide085 - Sex and body image, with Isiah MckimmieIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast Julia chats with one of Australia’s leading Relationship and Sex Experts, Isiah McKimmie. Julia and Isiah talk about all things SEX AND BODY IMAGE. They discuss the perception that mums can’t be sexual, why mothers are struggling to find their sense of sensuality and desire again, the male perception of a mother's sexuality, and what celebrity mothers are doing for the perception of sexuality in society. Isiah also shares her advice: for any mother getting herself out there and feeling confident sexually if it's b...2018-03-2738 min
Single Mother Survival Guide085 - Sex and body image, with Isiah MckimmieIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast Julia chats with one of Australia’s leading Relationship and Sex Experts, Isiah McKimmie. Julia and Isiah talk about all things SEX AND BODY IMAGE. They discuss the perception that mums can’t be sexual, why mothers are struggling to find their sense of sensuality and desire again, the male perception of a mother's sexuality, and what celebrity mothers are doing for the perception of sexuality in society. Isiah also shares her advice: for any mother getting herself out there and feeling confident sexually if it's b...2018-03-2738 min
Single Mother Survival Guide084 - Re-partnering as a single mum and the intentional family, with Marcia WattsIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Marcia Watts. This is Marcia's second time on the show. Marcia is a counsellor in the private practice Transform to Lead based in Brisbane, Australia. She offers clients a compassionate, solution-oriented counselling service, enabling them to overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential. She is passionate about helping adults and couples improve their personal lives, marriages, and family relationships and she has a special interest in re-partnering and step families, as well as her own personal experience of marriage breakdown and five years as a single par...2018-03-201h 14
Single Mother Survival Guide084 - Re-partnering as a single mum and the intentional family, with Marcia WattsIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Marcia Watts. This is Marcia's second time on the show. Marcia is a counsellor in the private practice Transform to Lead based in Brisbane, Australia. She offers clients a compassionate, solution-oriented counselling service, enabling them to overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential. She is passionate about helping adults and couples improve their personal lives, marriages, and family relationships and she has a special interest in re-partnering and step families, as well as her own personal experience of marriage breakdown and five years as a single par...2018-03-201h 14
Single Mother Survival Guide081 - Catch up with JuliaIn this solo episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats about what's been going on for the last couple of months. She talks about her last trip to Perth, her recent holiday to Fiji, her daughter starting school, and more. Links mentioned in the episode: Blog post: Top Tips for Single Mum Travel. Blog post: Why a child’s first day at school is so hard on single mums. Braving the Wilderness: The quest for true belonging and the courage to stand alone by Brené Brown To cont...2018-02-2732 min
Single Mother Survival Guide081 - Catch up with JuliaIn this solo episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats about what's been going on for the last couple of months. She talks about her last trip to Perth, her recent holiday to Fiji, her daughter starting school, and more. Links mentioned in the episode: Blog post: Top Tips for Single Mum Travel. Blog post: Why a child’s first day at school is so hard on single mums. Braving the Wilderness: The quest for true belonging and the courage to stand alone by Brené Brown To cont...2018-02-2732 min
Single Mother Survival Guide080 - HPV awareness and talking to kids about sex, with Robin LaCrossIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats to holistic health practitioner Robin LaCross. Robin and Julia discuss how to talk to kids about sex, the right terminology to use with children, how to answer the where did I come from? question and any other sex related questions, talking to our kids about menstruation, what HPV is, the cervical cancer vaccine, how to protect yourself from HPV, having safe sex with HPV, natural birth control methods and much more. Robin specializes in women's reproductive health. She is on a mission to redu...2018-02-2045 min
Single Mother Survival Guide080 - HPV awareness and talking to kids about sex, with Robin LaCrossIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats to holistic health practitioner Robin LaCross. Robin and Julia discuss how to talk to kids about sex, the right terminology to use with children, how to answer the where did I come from? question and any other sex related questions, talking to our kids about menstruation, what HPV is, the cervical cancer vaccine, how to protect yourself from HPV, having safe sex with HPV, natural birth control methods and much more. Robin specializes in women's reproductive health. She is on a mission to redu...2018-02-2045 min
Single Mother Survival Guide077 - Your questions answered Part 2, with family lawyer Todd StreetIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with family lawyer Todd Street. This is Todd's second time on the show and again, Julia asks Todd questions which were sent in by the Single Mother Survival Guide Community. The questions relate to changing a child's surname to the mother's surname, self representing in court, how to find a good lawyer, adding travelling overseas with kids to consent orders, the Hague Convention, what to do to try to ensure that in case of the death of the primary parent (if the other p...2018-01-3058 min
Single Mother Survival Guide077 - Your questions answered Part 2, with family lawyer Todd StreetIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with family lawyer Todd Street. This is Todd's second time on the show and again, Julia asks Todd questions which were sent in by the Single Mother Survival Guide Community. The questions relate to changing a child's surname to the mother's surname, self representing in court, how to find a good lawyer, adding travelling overseas with kids to consent orders, the Hague Convention, what to do to try to ensure that in case of the death of the primary parent (if the other p...2018-01-3058 min
Single Mother Survival Guide075 - Everything mediation, with lawyer and mediator Anne-Marie CadeIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with lawyer and mediator, Anne-Marie Cade. Julia and Anne-Marie talk all things mediation - the mediation process, the benefits of mediation, some things that people should think about prior to attending mediation, what topics are discussed at mediation, what to do if one party wants to “fight it out” but the other doesn't, and so much more... Anne-Marie also discusses why she is such a firm believer in the non- adversarial approach to divorce and separation. Anne-Marie is a lawyer and family di...2018-01-1641 min
Single Mother Survival Guide075 - Everything mediation, with lawyer and mediator Anne-Marie CadeIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with lawyer and mediator, Anne-Marie Cade. Julia and Anne-Marie talk all things mediation - the mediation process, the benefits of mediation, some things that people should think about prior to attending mediation, what topics are discussed at mediation, what to do if one party wants to “fight it out” but the other doesn't, and so much more... Anne-Marie also discusses why she is such a firm believer in the non- adversarial approach to divorce and separation. Anne-Marie is a lawyer and family di...2018-01-1641 min
Single Mother Survival Guide069 - Your questions answered - with family lawyer Todd StreetIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with family lawyer Todd Street. Julia asks Todd questions which were sent in by the Single Mother Survival Guide Community. The questions relate to parenting diaries for disputes, what happens when a father has not been involved in a child's life and suddenly wants to be involved, court orders, sole parental responsibility, what to talk to a lawyer about on a first consultation, self-filing in amicable cases, child support disputes, birth certificates and more... Links mentioned in the episode: V...2017-12-0553 min
Single Mother Survival Guide069 - Your questions answered - with family lawyer Todd StreetIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with family lawyer Todd Street. Julia asks Todd questions which were sent in by the Single Mother Survival Guide Community. The questions relate to parenting diaries for disputes, what happens when a father has not been involved in a child's life and suddenly wants to be involved, court orders, sole parental responsibility, what to talk to a lawyer about on a first consultation, self-filing in amicable cases, child support disputes, birth certificates and more... Links mentioned in the episode: V...2017-12-0553 min
Single Mother Survival Guide061 - Tips for the Working Parent, with Sarah ArgenalIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with Sarah Argenal. Sarah is the Founder of the Working Parent Resource and the host of the Working Parent Resource Podcast, both of which are dedicated to helping parents in demanding professions avoid burnout and balance a thriving professional life with a fulfilling family life without sacrificing one area over another. Sarah and Julia discuss time management and how to make the most of each day, balance, and the importance of checking in with our values. Sarah also shares her tips on: Sys...2017-10-1048 min
Single Mother Survival Guide061 - Tips for the Working Parent, with Sarah ArgenalIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with Sarah Argenal. Sarah is the Founder of the Working Parent Resource and the host of the Working Parent Resource Podcast, both of which are dedicated to helping parents in demanding professions avoid burnout and balance a thriving professional life with a fulfilling family life without sacrificing one area over another. Sarah and Julia discuss time management and how to make the most of each day, balance, and the importance of checking in with our values. Sarah also shares her tips on: Sys...2017-10-1048 min
Single Mother Survival Guide060 - Julia's Top Tips for the New Single MumIn this solo episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia shares her top tips for new single mums! To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with Julia, and to register your interest in the online course available soon, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Services. Book in for your complimentary 30 minute Clarity Call with Julia here. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.2017-10-0316 min
Single Mother Survival Guide060 - Julia's Top Tips for the New Single MumIn this solo episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia shares her top tips for new single mums! To contact Julia, email: julia@singlemothersurvivalguide.com. For information about the single parent mentoring programs available with Julia, and to register your interest in the online course available soon, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Services. Book in for your complimentary 30 minute Clarity Call with Julia here. Visit us at Single Mother Survival Guide. Or connect with Single Mother Survival Guide on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Pinterest.2017-10-0316 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 059 - Single mother by choice, with Maureen PoundIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with single mum Maureen Pound. Maureen is an IVF single mother by choice with two children, and a successful business owner and coach. Julia and Maureen discuss the path Maureen went on in deciding to become a single mum by choice, what went down when she and her children met the sperm donor, managing a successful business whilst raising two children with little support, tinder date tracking spreadsheets and so much more. Maureen is a very funny, open, relatable, and amazing woman, and is...2017-09-261h 02
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 059 - Single mother by choice, with Maureen PoundIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with single mum Maureen Pound. Maureen is an IVF single mother by choice with two children, and a successful business owner and coach. Julia and Maureen discuss the path Maureen went on in deciding to become a single mum by choice, what went down when she and her children met the sperm donor, managing a successful business whilst raising two children with little support, tinder date tracking spreadsheets and so much more. Maureen is a very funny, open, relatable, and amazing woman, and is...2017-09-261h 02
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 047 - Julia's experience with being ghostedIn this solo episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks about her last relationship and her experience of being ghosted. If you haven't heard of "ghosting", it's the practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication. According to research a whooping 50 percent of men and women have experienced it and an almost equal number have done the ghosting. Links mentioned in the podcast: If you reside in Sydney, run the City2Surf with Team Single Mother Survival Guide and raise money for the Lokahi Fou...2017-07-0442 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 047 - Julia's experience with being ghostedIn this solo episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks about her last relationship and her experience of being ghosted. If you haven't heard of "ghosting", it's the practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication. According to research a whooping 50 percent of men and women have experienced it and an almost equal number have done the ghosting. Links mentioned in the podcast: If you reside in Sydney, run the City2Surf with Team Single Mother Survival Guide and raise money for the Lokahi Fou...2017-07-0442 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 046 - Adeline Er on meal planning, meal prepping, and cooking with kidsIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Adeline Er. Adeline and Julia discuss the benefits of meal planning and how to do it; healthy food options; meal prepping – what and how we can prep, and how often; how to start cooking intuitively; and how and what to cook with kids. Adeline also shares her tips to keep the food budget down, and some great healthy snack ideas for adults and kids. Adeline is a qualified personal trainer, wellbeing coach and #mealprepninja. She is the founder of Eat This Burn That, and the cre...2017-06-2748 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 046 - Adeline Er on meal planning, meal prepping, and cooking with kidsIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Adeline Er. Adeline and Julia discuss the benefits of meal planning and how to do it; healthy food options; meal prepping – what and how we can prep, and how often; how to start cooking intuitively; and how and what to cook with kids. Adeline also shares her tips to keep the food budget down, and some great healthy snack ideas for adults and kids. Adeline is a qualified personal trainer, wellbeing coach and #mealprepninja. She is the founder of Eat This Burn That, and the cre...2017-06-2748 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 044 - Interview with family lawyer Kate Pateman: I'm separated... now what?In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with family lawyer, Kate Pateman. The topic of this week's episode is "I'm separated...now what?". Kate and Julia discuss what steps to take, and what to consider from a legal perspective when you are separated. This includes: a generalised process of what happens after separation, particularly if there are children involved, how to navigate child care arrangements, financial matters, what to do if one party is a business owner, child support issues, property settlement, the psychology of separation and negotiations, the best way to document any...2017-06-131h 03
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 044 - Interview with family lawyer Kate Pateman: I'm separated... now what?In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with family lawyer, Kate Pateman. The topic of this week's episode is "I'm separated...now what?". Kate and Julia discuss what steps to take, and what to consider from a legal perspective when you are separated. This includes: a generalised process of what happens after separation, particularly if there are children involved, how to navigate child care arrangements, financial matters, what to do if one party is a business owner, child support issues, property settlement, the psychology of separation and negotiations, the best way to document any...2017-06-131h 03
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 041 - Lauren Cohen, an unexpected single motherIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Lauren Cohen. Lauren shares her own personal story of becoming a single mum and tells Julia about starting her business. She also provides advice for single working mums, how to find the silver lining when at rock bottom, her advice for new single mums, and LOTS MORE! Lauren is a South Florida Immigration Law Expert and attorney licensed in both the U.S. and Canada. Lauren faced some challenges her first few years of living and working in America and in pursuing her own im...2017-05-2357 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 041 - Lauren Cohen, an unexpected single motherIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Lauren Cohen. Lauren shares her own personal story of becoming a single mum and tells Julia about starting her business. She also provides advice for single working mums, how to find the silver lining when at rock bottom, her advice for new single mums, and LOTS MORE! Lauren is a South Florida Immigration Law Expert and attorney licensed in both the U.S. and Canada. Lauren faced some challenges her first few years of living and working in America and in pursuing her own im...2017-05-2357 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 036 - Joanna Leng's Single Mum StoryIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Joanna Leng. Joanna is a single mum, a financial adviser, the author of an upcoming book on financial empowerment for single mums, and founder of A Story for Her. We discuss her story of becoming a single mum, the stigma of being a single mum in Singapore and how it compares to the stigma in Australia, A Story for Her and how it came about, the value of being grateful, her new book "Financial Empowerment for Single Mothers" and the motivation behind it, and LOTS...2017-04-2540 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 036 - Joanna Leng's Single Mum StoryIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Joanna Leng. Joanna is a single mum, a financial adviser, the author of an upcoming book on financial empowerment for single mums, and founder of A Story for Her. We discuss her story of becoming a single mum, the stigma of being a single mum in Singapore and how it compares to the stigma in Australia, A Story for Her and how it came about, the value of being grateful, her new book "Financial Empowerment for Single Mothers" and the motivation behind it, and LOTS...2017-04-2540 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 031 - An update on Julia and Single Mother Survival Guide plus some quick tips on dealing with a difficult exIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia gives you an update on her life - dealing with a strong and willful child, dating, having her ex come to stay, hosting a birthday party with her ex, and saying goodbye to her daughter for two weeks. She also shares some quick tips on dealing with a difficult ex, and gives you an update on what is happening with Single Mother Survival Guide. Links mentioned in Podcast: For information about the single parent coaching programs available with Julia, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Services or...2017-03-2136 min
Single Mother Survival GuideEpisode 031 - An update on Julia and Single Mother Survival Guide plus some quick tips on dealing with a difficult exIn this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia gives you an update on her life - dealing with a strong and willful child, dating, having her ex come to stay, hosting a birthday party with her ex, and saying goodbye to her daughter for two weeks. She also shares some quick tips on dealing with a difficult ex, and gives you an update on what is happening with Single Mother Survival Guide. Links mentioned in Podcast: For information about the single parent coaching programs available with Julia, visit Single Mother Survival Guide Services or...2017-03-2136 min