No Need for Prince Charming - Share Your Story
Every solo motherhood journey deserves to be heard.
Why Your Story Matters
Whether your journey was smooth or full of challenges, your story has the power to inspire other women and give hope to those still deciding if solo motherhood is right for them.
By sharing your experience on No Need for Prince Charming, you’re:
Helping women realise they’re not alone and that they are joining an incredible group of women who have made their dreams come true
Normalising solo motherhood and donor conception
Creating a beautiful legacy your child can one day listen to with pride
There’s no story too simple, too short, or too complicated — every path matters.
What to Expect
The podcast is a relaxed, real conversation — not a presentation. You’ll be speaking with Alisha Burns, founder of Solo Mum Society, who’s interviewed over 150 solo mums by choice from across Australia and New Zealand.
Episodes are recorded via Zoom and last around 45–60 minutes (but we allow 90 minutes for the recording as we all love a chat). You’ll receive all details and prep guidance after applying.
During the chat, we’ll talk about things like:
What led you to become a solo mum by choice
A summary of your conception, pregnancy, and birth
How you managed life with a newborn
What solo motherhood looks like now — the joys, surprises, and lessons
Returning to work and managing the juggle
Your thoughts on future children, donor siblings, dating, or relationships
What you love most about being a solo mum
Your biggest challenges and what helps you get through them
What you’d tell someone considering this path
Don’t worry if you’re nervous — almost everyone is at first! You’ll feel comfortable and supported the whole time.
Who Can Apply?
Currently, the podcast features solo mums by choice living in Australia or New Zealand. If you’re overseas, please make sure you are following @noneedforprincecharming on instagram as that is where we’ll announce if we are going to open future seasons up for international guests.
How it Works
Complete the form below to share your story details.
Submit your application — you’ll instantly receive a confirmation message with a link to book your recording time.
Check your inbox for an email with helpful prep tips, reminders, and everything you need for an easy, relaxed recording experience.
💻 Recordings take place via Zoom – no fancy equipment needed!
Ready to Inspire Someone?
Fill out the quick form below which will give me all the information I need before the recording — it only takes a few minutes.
FAQs
Do I need to be a public speaker?
Not at all. It’s just a friendly chat — most guests are everyday solo mums and many are nervous before they start, but you wouldn’t guess it listening to their episode.
Do I need special equipment?
No. Just a computer or phone, with a working microphone and camera, and a quiet space.
What if I’m emotional or nervous?
That’s perfectly fine — emotion is what connects listeners. We can pause or edit anything you’d prefer isn’t included.
What if I don’t want to show my child’s face?
You can provide a photo of just yourself, or creatively shot so your child isn’t in the photo.
I want to share my story, but I don’t want to use my real name, can I still be on the podcast?
Yes, we can change your name, or use a pseudonym if you’d prefer.
I’m worried my story is a bit boring, it all happened very quickly and easily, should I bother sharing?
Yes please! We need a wide range of stories to show people it can be a quick and easy journey.
Listen for inspiration
“You never know whose life your story might change — or how proud your child will be when they hear it one day.”