Stephanie G. | She chose motherhood—when her partner wouldn’t

In this episode of Who’s the Daddy w/ Alexandra K, Stephanie shares how she chose solo motherhood at 34, after realizing her then-boyfriend wasn’t ready—or sure—about becoming a father. She was clear: she didn’t want to miss her chance to become a mom.

With help from close friends and after choosing not one but two donors throughout her journey, Stephanie is now the proud single mom by choice of two amazing boys. Her story is all about clarity, courage, and trusting yourself even when the timing isn’t perfect.

Solicited Advice:

This week’s listener submission comes from a solo mom by choice who feels isolated in traditional mom spaces. She’s often the only one without a partner and is finding it hard to build friendships with moms who don’t rely on their partners for everything. We talk about how to navigate that dynamic, protect your peace, and find your people.

My Why:

One of the biggest reasons I started this podcast is because if you don’t know something exists, you might also struggle with knowing it’s possible. I remember when I first started looking into this path, I was literally searching single mom on purpose—just hoping to find someone else out there like me. I had no idea intentional single motherhood was a real thing people did, and for a long time, it felt like I was figuring it out on my own. But the more I learned, the more I realized there’s a whole community of us. And that’s why I’m committed to sharing these stories—to make sure no one has to wonder if this is possible or if they’re the only one thinking about it.

Guest Info:

Stephanie G.

Follow her on IG: @Stephgob

Share your journey

• Are you a single mom by choice and would like to be featured? Submit your email in the highlight story of @whosthedaddypod

• Are you a SMBC, TTC (trying to conceive) as a SMBC or still in the thinking phase and have a question you want discussed in “Solicited Advice” submit it to: whosthedaddypodcast@gmail or send a DM to @whosthedaddypod

Let’s Connect!

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Follow Alexandra: @lifewithalexandrak

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Lori H.

This week, I’m joined by Lori, a single mom by choice. In this episode, we talk about how her family took the news that she wanted to be a single mother, how the road to motherhood even with assistance isn’t always a straight shot and she gives a few words of encouragement for aspiring SMBCs.

From setting boundaries in online donor communities to protecting your energy during your fertility journey, we cover it all.

Solicited Advice:

This week’s listener submission involves a pregnant SMBC navigating an online acquaintance who wants to use the same donor as her. We discuss what to do when boundaries are crossed, and how to handle those tricky moments with grace or not!

Guest Info:

Lori H.

Follow them on IG: @Lorih__

Get on the Show:

• Are you a single mom by choice and would like to be featured? Submit your email in the highlight story of @whosthedaddypod

• Are you a SMBC, TTC (trying to conceive) as a SMBC or still in the thinking phase and have a question you want discussed in “Solicited Advice” submit it to: whosthedaddypodcast@gmail or send a DM to @whosthedaddypod

Let’s Connect!

Follow the show on Instagram: @whosthedaddypod

Follow Alexandra: @lifewithalexandrak

Rate, review, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen!

New episodes every Tuesday. Thanks for listening!