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Single Mother Survival Guide

Becoming a single mum is one of the most daunting and overwhelming life changes someone will ever go through. Whether you are pregnant or have teenagers, you will most likely be confused and struggling with what to do next. I became a single mother in 2013 when my daughter was just a few months old, and it has been a challenging but rewarding journey ever since. This Podcast (and the website www.singlemothersurvivalguide.com) was created to assist newly single mothers in all things they may need to know about. SO WHAT IS THE SINGLE MOTHER SURVIVAL GUIDE PODCAST ABOUT? A Podcast for single mums, made by a single mum… The Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast includes a mixture of me babbling about single mums business, and interviews and discussions with different people and experts about different topics. First off the ranks this includes an interview with a Wills and Estate lawyer which contains everything YOU need to know about getting a Will done, an interview with a financial adviser on everyday money management, savings, spending and so forth, an interview with an online security expert so that YOU know how to keep yourself secure online, an open interview with a domestic violence survivor and advocate, and another interview with a financial adviser on everything to do with insurance, and what you should think about getting insured to ensure the financial safety for you and your kids. Coming up after that I have chats with people including parenting experts, family lawyers, and a life coach. I also chat about the social stigma of being a single mum, single parent travel, everyday tips to make YOUR life easier, dating, personal budgeting, resources out there to help YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN, child support, domestic violence, successful co-parenting, advantages to being a single mum, and the list goes on…
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Dec 27, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia tells you her tips on how to break the news of your separation to your kids.

Did you know most relationship break ups occur in December; it's the most tumultuous time of the year. If you are currently going through a separation, here are my tips (from someone who has been a child of divorce, and through a separation myself) on how to tell your children.  

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Dec 20, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Jacqueline Hellyer from LOVELIFE. Jacqueline is a sex therapist, relationship coach, sex educator, tantra teacher, speaker, media expert, author and blogger….pretty much an all-around sex GURU. She’s been featured in magazines such as Men's Health, Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan, Cleo, Girlfriend, and Marie Claire, and on radio and television programs including Mix 106.5, Today, Sunrise, and 60 minutes. And she also has her own radio show and podcast, The Tantric Lounge.

On the show we talk about relaunching your sex life as a single mother - how to overcome your fears of getting yourself back out there (if it's a been a while), being intimate with a new person (if you've been with the same person for a long time), how to NOT separate being a mum from being a sexual woman, overcoming body image issues you may have, and all the other sex questions you want to know as a single mother.    

To find out more about Jacqueline's workshops, retreats, and online courses, to read her blog, and to contact her, visit www.jacquelinehellyer.com.

You can download The Tantric Lounge Podcast here

To visit Jacqueline's Facebook page click here

To buy The Sex Life Survival Guide for Parents click here, or visit Jacqueline's website.

To buy Sex Secrets for Busy people click here, or visit Jacqueline's website.

To buy Seven Sex Godesses, visit Jacqueline's website.

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Dec 13, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with the very inspirational Turia Pitt. Turia is not a single mother, nor a mother (yet), but she is someone who has been through a very traumatic experience and has turned her life around for the better.

In 2011, Turia was caught in a grass fire whilst running an ultra marathon and consequently suffered burns to 65% of her body. She survived against all odds, and since going through her recovery she has absolutely thrived in so many areas. She’s a humanitarian, a motivationalist, a speaker, an author, a blogger, an athlete, a recent IRONMAN, the NSW Premier’s Woman of the Year and a recent finalist for young Australian of the year.

In this episode we talk about how to not allow yourself to be a victim of life and how to keep yourself going in the tough times. A lot of this includes goal setting, which Turia teaches in her new online course, Turia's School of Champions. Turia also shares her favorite top tips for goal setting with us in this episode.

Turia also talks about her own relationship, and the positive things she has learnt from her parents.

Links mentioned in the Podcast:

  • Buy Turia's book Everything to Live For here.
  • UPDATE: Buy Turia's latest book Unmasked here
  • To find out more information, and to join Turia's next round of School of Champions, click here.
  • Ted Talk with Simon Sinek - Start with Why.
  • To buy Simon Sinek's book, click here.
  • To buy Kurt Fearnley's book, click here.
  • To buy Breadfruit a book written by Turia's mother, Celestine Vaite, click here.
  • To buy Frangiapani, a book written by Turia's mother, Celestine Vaite, click here.
  • To buy Tiare in Bloom, a book written by Turia's mother, Celestine Vaite, click here.
  • If you are interested in joining Turia on her Everest Trek in 2017, to raise money for Interplast, click here.
  • Interplast sends teams of volunteer plastic and reconstructive surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses and allied health professionals to provide life-changing surgery and medical training in 17 countries across the Asia Pacific region.

To connect with Turia:

  • Connect with Turia on Facebook here.
  • Connect with Turia on Instagram here.
  • Connect with Turia on Twitter here.

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Disclosure: Some of the links in these notes are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase an item, Single Mother Survival Guide will receive an affiliate commission.

Dec 6, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia discusses things to consider regarding parenting, in preparation for mediation. If you have mediation coming up, listen to this now. 

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Nov 29, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with Angela Counsel. Angela is a mother of two, and a naturopath and lifestyle coach.

We discuss how too much stress can make you sick, the long term effects of stress, how diet affects your mood and well-being, why we crave chocolate and the RIGHT kind to eat, the right kind of carbs to eat, how to treat fruit and vegetables if you can't afford to buy organic, everyday strategies that you can put into place RIGHT NOW to reduce stress, the importance of sleep and how to switch off, accepting life for what it is, how to prevent burn out, and guilt - the biggest waste of emotion out there. 

Links mentioned in the Podcast:

  • Download f.lux here.
  • Download Angela's book, Secret Mums' Business, for free here
  • Buy a hard copy of Angela book, Secret Mums' Business, here

Contact Angela here.

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Nov 22, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia chats with Adele Nowakowska. Adele is a single mother by choice, and went down the IVF route in 2012 using a sperm donor, which resulted in her son being born in 2013. On the show she openly shares her journey and experience with us. 

We discuss why she chose to be a single mother by choice, the process of choosing a suitable donor, the IVF process, costs involved, legalities regarding anonymity, the reaction of her friends, family and colleagues, challenges she's encountered, and advantages discovered. She also offers her advice for anyone thinking of traveling down this path. 

Adele has very kindly offered to answer any questions that anyone may have. You can contact here here

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Nov 15, 2016

In this week’s episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Karen Shine, a single mum and author of “Shine with your Cuisine Companion; The Essential Guide”. We talk about how to make life easier as a single mum through cooking, food preparation, easy lunch box ideas, quick dinners and meal planning.

We also talk about how her diagnosis with Spondyloarthritis lead to the creation of her cook book “Shine with your Cuisine Companion; The Essential Guide”.

Visit Karen Shine’s website here

Shine with your Cuisine Companion Facebook Page .

Shine with your Cuisine Companion Facebook Group.

Buy the book here

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Nov 8, 2016

In this episode, Julia talks with Katherine Hayes about all things to do with savings and budgeting. Katherine is a mum to three children and a fully qualified Financial Adviser. We discuss budgets (what a budget is, why it's important to have one and how to create one), how to cut spending, how to save, how we can set and see out savings goals, what things we should save for in the longer term, and superannuation for women.

Contact Katherine Hayes from Hayes and Co Insurance Services (formerly Tiffen and Co) at kh@hcis.com.au.

Get the ASIC Budget Planner here

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Nov 1, 2016

In this episode, Julia talks about all the reasons why she loves being a single mum. From the emotional strength gained, to the parent/child bond, to the happiness, to the new friends, to being able to watch whatever you like on television. It's all here.

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Oct 25, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks about the steps to take, and the process involved, when trying to get a passport for a child, when the other parent refuses to sign the application form. 

Download the B9 form here

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Oct 18, 2016

In this week's episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Kylie Travers. Kylie is a truly remarkable and inspirational woman who has been through some very tough times in recent years. We begin our conversation by talking about how Kylie went from an abusive relationship to homeless single mother to international award winning CEO. We also discuss the importance of self care, and how to get "me time" as a single mum, the dynamics of re-partnering as a single mum, and what Kylie is currently working on to improve the Centrelink process. 

Contact Kylie and see her blog here: http://www.kylietravers.com.au/.

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Oct 11, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with Louise, a single mum, and expert in online security. We talk about -

  • Why it’s so important to be secure online (particularly after you have split up with a partner).
  • The key things we should do after a relationship breakdown to ensure we are secure online.
  • How we can protect our privacy on Facebook.
  • Whether we should stay "friends" with our ex on Facebook. 
  • And lots more!

Links mentioned in the Podcast, and related links relevant to the Podcast:

 

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Oct 4, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks about her frustrations of when mothers, who are not single, state they are basically a single mum (a pet hate of most single mums).

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Sep 27, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with single mum, Rachael Natoli - a domestic violence survivor and advocate, and founder of the Lokahi Foundation. 

Please note that this episode may act as a trigger if you have been a victim of domestic violence. It is also not advised that this episode is listened to in earshot of children.

Rachael Natoli is a mum to three year old twins and the founder of the Lokahi Foundation, a charity aimed at providing case management, support and resources to domestic violence victims. 

 

Links mentioned in Podcast:

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Disclosure: One of the links in these notes is an “affiliate links”. This means if you click on the link and purchase an item, Single Mother Survival Guide will receive an affiliate commission.

Sep 20, 2016

In this episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide, Julia talks with John, about what it's REALLY like to date a single mother.

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Sep 13, 2016

In the fourth episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide Podcast, Julia talks with financial adviser, Katherine Hayes, about insurances for single mums - including life, income protection, trauma and TPD insurances.

Katherine Hayes is a mum to three children and a fully qualified Financial Adviser. She has been working within the financial services industry for the last 10 years. Contact Katherine Hayes from Hayes and Co Insurance Services (formerly Tiffen and Co) at kh@hcis.com.au

This is a MUST to listen to for all single mums who are thinking about getting covered insurance wise.

Read my blog post on insurance here.

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Sep 6, 2016

In this episode, Julia tells you her top tips for traveling as a single mum. From what you need to do before you get to the airport, to what to bring on the plane, to researching hotels, and everything in between. 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 Podcast:

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Aug 30, 2016

In this second episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide, Julia discusses the importance and advantages of meeting other single mums.

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Aug 30, 2016

In this first official episode of the Single Mother Survival Guide, Julia talks with lawyer, Anna Leonard,  about wills, power of attorneys, and guardianship for single mums.

This is a MUST to listen to for all single mums who are thinking about wills and estate planning.

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Contact Anna Leonard at http://www.legalhand.com.au

 

Aug 24, 2016

In this introductory episode, Julia talks about her background - how, when and why she became a single mum. 

Please note there may be some explicit language in this episode, so be mindful if you are playing this Podcast within earshot of children.

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