S3E7: Expat...An SMC's Decision to Blaxit

Episode 7 August 17, 2024 00:23:23
S3E7: Expat...An SMC's Decision to Blaxit
Black Single Mothers by Choice (SMCs)
S3E7: Expat...An SMC's Decision to Blaxit

Aug 17 2024 | 00:23:23

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Show Notes

Join Aisha in her conversation with Michelle, a 50-year-old single mother by choice and a Foreign Service professional, as she shares her heartfelt and candid journey of raising her son, Aiden, overseas. From choosing the right sperm donor to the logistical challenges of living abroad, Michelle's story touches on the unique experiences and challenges faced by Black Single Mothers by Choice. Her advice on building a supportive village and navigating international living is invaluable. Subscribe to the Black Single Mothers by Choice and Start to Finish Motherhood YouTube channels and Instagram pages, and join our mailing list for more inspiring stories. Email [email protected] to share your thoughts!

 

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:54 Meet Michelle: A Single Mother by Choice

01:18 Deciding to Become a Single Mother

03:06 The IVF Journey in Kenya

04:17 Challenges and Decisions in Fertility

06:47 Navigating Life in the Foreign Service

10:22 Raising a Child Abroad

13:46 Building a Support System Overseas

21:00 Advice for Single Mothers Moving Abroad

22:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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