Single Mother by Chance and then by Choice, Designer Virginia Drader

The Single Greatest Choice

In this episode, Virginia shares:

• How a surprise pregnancy and subsequent miscarriage reignited her desire to have another child, this time as a single mom by choice;
• The reactions she received from family and friends when she chose to pursue motherhood on her own;
• Why she traveled from Canada to the USA for her fertility process and the factors that influenced her choice of a donor;
• Her experience with IUI and the challenges she faced during her pregnancy, from intense morning sickness to balancing running a business and pregnancy;
• The importance of creating a nurturing space as a solo parent and how she applies Feng Shui principles to her own home;
• The experience of connecting with other families who used the same donor and what this could mean for her child in the future.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Ellis Kelly Interior Alchemy (Ginny's business, alongside her sister Natalie)
• October 7 Nursery Design Workshop with Virginia Drader & The Single Greatest Choice

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