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EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 49 MIN

Rejected for high BMI and age then she proved them wrong

from Yes I Can Solo - The Baby Dream Podcast · host Betty Fotofili

In this powerful first episode of Yes, I Can: The Baby Dream Podcast, Betty sits down with Loretta, a registered nurse who became a solo mum by choice at 40, after being rejected due to her age and BMI,  and ultimately proving what is possible.Like many women navigating modern motherhood, Loretta was balancing a demanding nursing career, a full life, and dating, all while quietly holding onto her dream of becoming a mother. For years, she believed that if it didn’t happen by 40, that chapter would be closed forever.Then COVID slowed everything down.That unexpected pause became a turning point, creating space for reflection, truth, and courage. Loretta realised her desire for motherhood hadn’t disappeared. Instead of letting time or statistics decide her future, she chose solo motherhood and began her fertility journey on her own terms.In this episode, Loretta shares:✨What it’s really like dating and working as a registered nurse while holding a secret baby dream.✨The devastating first fertility appointment that ended in tears after being told she was only in the 5% chance and that they couldn’t help her.✨Being rejected because of age and BMI,  and how that moment nearly stopped her.✨The fears, doubts, and emotional hurdles before choosing solo IVF✨How slowing down during COVID changed everything✨The unexpected joy, strength, and fulfilment of becoming a mum at 40This episode is for any woman asking:✨Is it too late to become a mother?✨Can I really do this on my own?✨Am I still allowed to want this?If you’re navigating fertility challenges, considering solo motherhood, or feeling dismissed by medical systems,  this story will meet you with truth, compassion, and hope.You are not alone.And it may not be too late.🎧 Listen now and let this episode build belief in your next step.x Betty

In this powerful first episode of Yes, I Can: The Baby Dream Podcast, Betty sits down with Loretta, a registered nurse who became a solo mum by choice at 40, after being rejected due to her age and BMI,  and ultimately proving what is possible.Like many women navigating modern motherhood, Loretta was balancing a demanding nursing career, a full life, and dating, all while quietly holding onto her dream of becoming a mother. For years, she believed that if it didn’t happen by 40, that chapter would be closed forever.Then COVID slowed everything down.That unexpected pause became a turning point, creating space for reflection, truth, and courage. Loretta realised her desire for motherhood hadn’t disappeared. Instead of letting time or statistics decide her future, she chose solo motherhood and began her fertility journey on her own terms.In this episode, Loretta shares:✨What it’s really like dating and working as a registered nurse while holding a secret baby dream.✨The devastating first fertility appointment that ended in tears after being told she was only in the 5% chance and that they couldn’t help her.✨Being rejected because of age and BMI,  and how that moment nearly stopped her.✨The fears, doubts, and emotional hurdles before choosing solo IVF✨How slowing down during COVID changed everything✨The unexpected joy, strength, and fulfilment of becoming a mum at 40This episode is for any woman asking:✨Is it too late to become a mother?✨Can I really do this on my own?✨Am I still allowed to want this?If you’re navigating fertility challenges, considering solo motherhood, or feeling dismissed by medical systems,  this story will meet you with truth, compassion, and hope.You are not alone.And it may not be too late.🎧 Listen now and let this episode build belief in your next step.x Betty

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