Sassy Single Mums
By Winnie Akadjo
Sassy Single MumsOct 27, 2021
“Nothing grows in the comfort zone.”
In this week’s episode, I speak to Donnarie Goldson, who works as the Head of Maternity at the NHS and supports women with confidence building through her life-coaching programme. We touch on the situations that affect confidence in women, particularly single mothers. She shares low-cost tools and tips which every woman can use to regain their power; as well as her journey raising two sons.
" 61% of mums feel guilty about exercise"
In this new season of Sassy Single Mums, we are sharing expert advice for mums, by mums!
We're kicking off the season with Louise Jackson, the founder of @JoyaPostnatal; the on-demand platform providing new mums with pelvic health physiotherapy in the forms of yoga, pilates, and meditation practices. Listen now to hear more about why she decided to build Joya, and how you can receive access to postnatal educational material and free classes.
Season Two: Regaining your power
The new grown and refined season of Sassy Single Mums is here, with expert advice on the hottest female topics, to continue supporting single-parent households. Tune in to the season teaser episode with the host, Winnie talking about how she managed to regain her power and remain sassy in the peak of the global covid pandemic, through to post-lockdown happiness!
"Who is babysitting on June 21st?"
In this week's episode, Winnie and Redd discuss their life plans for when the London lockdown officially lifts on June 21st. They also touch on whether #KimKardashian will ever be considered as a 'Sassy Single Mum' since filing for divorce from #KanyeWest?! And why reading through hundreds of comments on social media, from trolls, is demoralising.
" He took me to court."
On this week's episode of Sassy Single Mums, we speak to sassy mum, Eliana about co-parenting whilst in a scornful relationship with the father. We touch on the moments their relationship fell apart, the custody process, and the characteristics he displayed which made her believe that she may be dealing with a 'narcissist'. Disclaimer: This episode discusses a very sensitive topic which may be difficult for some listeners.
Lockdown, Bridgerton & Redd-Lily
On the first episode of 2021, we welcome the show's new co-host, Redd-Lily! Hear why she has decided to join Winnie on her mission to share authentic stories of single-mothers. They also discuss the #London lockdown and share survival tips, the #UK's free school's meals scandal, and the parenting style of the most talked-about show of the year, so far, #Bridgerton!
"Was this your plan all along?"
On this week's episode, we speak to Sassy Mum Shadene about having a baby with a man who wasn't ready to be a father. We touch on their relationship prior to her becoming pregnant, his initial response when she told him that she was expecting and how he has behaved in the last three years since the birth of her son.
"I knew I wanted a child on my own."
On this week’s episode, we speak to Sassy Mum Rachel about using IVF treatment to conceive her daughter, Evelyn. We touch on the decision making process, the journey to making pregnant, her current relationship with her daughter and whether perceptions differ when it comes to a separated single-mum vs a single-mum by choice.
"I get why some mums aren't proud." (part 2)
In part two of the discussion about the stigma attached to being a single-mum, I speak to Sassy Single Mum Anai about her experiences raising her 11-year-old son. We touch on the way religion, cultural societal pressures, incarceration and the overall challenges associated with women can contribute to the stigma.
" I am a proud single-mum. " (Part 1)
In part one of this week's episode, we speak to Sassy Single Mum Barbeline from London about the stigma attached to being a single-mum. Barbeline lives with her 9-year-old son and works as a freelance fashion Architect for global brands but every once in a while, she's judged on her appearance by other parents at her son's school. Hear us break down some of the stereotypes associated with single mums and why the stigma needs to change.
Dating as a single-mum.
On this week’s episode, we speak to Sassy mum Redd about her experience dating men since she broke up with the father of her son. We touch on dating apps, the values the man needs to demonstrate before meeting her son and how her current relationship has been in the last two and a half years.
Breaking up the family.
In this episode, we’re joined by Sassy Mum Jemma. We’ll be discussing her experience as a mother who left a toxic relationship to raise her daughter as a single-parent. We dive into toxic relationships, the impact it can have on your mental health; and how your childhood upbringing can contribute to traumatic relationships.
Father's Day Special: Jay & Olivia
In this Father’s Day Special, we are speaking to a Sassy Dad who separated from the mother of his child when his daughter, Olivia was five years old. We’ll be discussing the breakup, the impact it had on his relationship with Olivia, fathers who don’t support single-mothers and more.
Raising Black boys in LDN.
In this episode, we’re joined by Sassy Mum Dawn. We’ll be discussing: her journey raising a Black boy in London, growing up on a London estate, police brutality in America and the #blacklivesmatter movement.
"I had my son at 15."
We have officially launched our first podcast episode with the Sassy Single Mums founder, Winnie sharing with us the story of her journey from foster care and all the events that led to the pregnancy of her son, Tyrone at 15.
The Trailer
In less than one minute, hear single-mother, Winnie Akadjo explain why you should listen to Sassy Single Mums.
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