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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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