From budgeting hacks to practical gift planning, solo mums share their best Christmas strategies for creating joy and keeping costs in check.

In this special Christmas bonus episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Alisha and several inspiring solo mums share their best strategies for creating a magical and stress-free Christmas while managing finances.

Whether it’s setting up a Christmas savings account, buying gifts throughout the year, or getting creative with presents, these tips prove that Christmas doesn’t have to break the bank to be memorable. You’ll also hear ideas on simplifying the festive season, from gift-giving traditions like Kris Kringle to focusing on meaningful experiences over material items.

This episode is packed with budgeting hacks, heartfelt advice, and creative ways to make Christmas special for you and your kids—without the last-minute panic.

Key Takeaways:

• Opening a separate Christmas savings account and saving throughout the year.

• Buying gifts during sales (like Black Friday) and spreading out expenses.

• Using Kris Kringle and shared meals to keep costs low and family gatherings fun.

• Shopping second-hand, using rewards points, and utilising cashback programs.

• Creative tips for practical gifts like clothing, books, and experiences that kids love.

In this special Mother’s Day bonus, solo mums share the unique moments when they step into both the mum and dad roles with pride and resilience.

In this heartfelt Mother’s Day bonus episode of No Need for Prince Charming, Alisha invites some of the podcast’s previous and upcoming solo mum guests to reflect on moments when they’ve taken on both the mum and dad roles.

From building cubby houses and towing caravans to late-night teething battles and fixing wardrobes, these inspiring women share the practical, emotional, and unexpected ways they rise to every challenge. Their stories remind us that being a solo mum isn’t about what’s missing—it’s about strength, love, and creating a thriving family against the odds.

Whether you’re already a mum, dreaming of motherhood, or somewhere in between, this episode is a celebration of resilience, independence, and the power of solo mums by choice.