What is a Single Mother by Choice?
A single mother by choice (smbc or smc) is a woman who chooses to become a mother on her own without a partner. A woman may choose this path to motherhood for various reasons: has not found the right partner, biological clock is ticking, health diagnosis, asexuality, etc... This path is rewarding beyond measure and challenging as well!
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Raising a child as a single mother by choice can feel like navigating choppy waters all on your own. Even though you made a conscious decision to embark on this journey, it can still be challenging to handle everything on your own. That's where therapy can help! It can provide you with a safe harbor to unload your worries and concerns, while also equipping you with the tools to manage the ebbs and flows of parenthood. Together, we can chart a course for success and find a way to navigate those choppy waters with confidence and grace.
Have you had any of these thoughts or concerns:
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I want to be a Mom but I never have met the right partner, what can I do?
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I thought I would have more support, but now that baby is here everyone has disappeared.
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How do I talk to family and friends about my decision to be a SMC?
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My parents hate the idea of me being a SMC and I need someone to talk to about it.
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I'm having doubts about being or becoming a SMC?
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I'm feeling lonely in this journey of motherhood.
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The waves keep crashing all around; I just don't know if I can hold my head up any longer?
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I'm pregnant and feeling all the feels!
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I don't know who will be at my baby's delivery or how to even ask someone to be there for us.
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Baby is here! Now what? How do I survive? What did I do!?
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How do I talk to my child about our special family?
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Am I ever going to fall in love now that I am a SMC?
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I want a child, but I don't want to give up all the things in my life I enjoy.
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My toddler is bonkers and I don't have anyone else to balance this out with, help!
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How do I choose a donor?
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No one understands our unique family and our unique struggles.
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People tell me I did this to myself so stop complaining... but like, it's hard!
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I think I want to try for a second child but I worry about a lot of things that come with this.
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Will my baby hate me because they don't have a "traditional" family?
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My baby legit does not sleep a wink and it is just me and I am so flipping exhausted!
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I just want to talk to someone who actually gets it, you know?
...I know. I've been there. I am there.
We can surf the waves together!
Why therapy as a single mom by choice?
As a single mother by choice, it can sometimes feel like you're navigating stormy seas all on your own. Between navigating motherhood, balancing work and family life, and managing everything on your own, it can be overwhelming at times. That's where therapy can come in as your anchor, helping you weather the waves of motherhood with greater ease and grace.
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As a therapist who specializes in supporting moms of all kinds, including single mothers by choice, I'm here to help you find your sea legs and navigate the challenges of motherhood. Whether you're struggling with postpartum depression, feeling overwhelmed with the demands of parenting, or just need a safe space to talk about your feelings and concerns, therapy can provide a sanctuary where you can find your bearings and chart a course forward.
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Together, we'll work to develop strategies for managing stress, building resilience, and cultivating self-care practices that help you feel more grounded and centered in the midst of life's storms. And like a lighthouse on a rocky coast, I'll be here to guide you through the rough waters and help you find your way to calmer seas.
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So if you're feeling lost at sea as a single mother by choice, know that you don't have to navigate the waves alone. Therapy can be a powerful ally on this journey, helping you find your way to a place of greater peace and balance as you navigate the waves of motherhood.
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