S1:E24 – Hannah & Stevie

How Hannah navigated egg freezing, IVF, a traumatic birth, and COVID lockdowns to welcome her daughter, Stevie. In this episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Hannah shares her journey to becoming a solo mum by choice. A nanny by profession, Hannah made the proactive decision to freeze her eggs in her early 30s after recognising the uncertainty of finding a partner. After enduring setbacks, including a redundancy just after purchasing donor sperm, she pushed ahead with IVF and conceived on her first embryo transfer. Hannah opens up about a traumatic birth experience involving induction, a retained placenta, and a challenging recovery, all coinciding with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the hurdles, Hannah's resilience, the support of her family, and the joy of raising her daughter, Stevie, shine through. Key Takeaways: Egg freezing as a proactive step in her early 30s. Choosing an international donor and navigating IVF. A traumatic birth with induction, epidural complications, and a retained placenta. Early motherhood during the COVID-19 pandemic and finding support through her family. Building connections with donor siblings worldwide. SPONSOR OFFER: Are you considering whether solo motherhood could be the right path for you to start your family? Check out the three week “Considering Solo Motherhood” course to learn all you need to know to make an informed and empowered decision. Find out more here. SHARE YOUR STORY: Have your own inspiring story to share? We’d love to hear from you! If you’re a solo mum or considering solo motherhood, reach out to share your journey on the podcast here.