In this episode of Growing, host Beth sits down with Alexandra Collier, an award-winning Melbourne writer who alongside an amazing career is a solo mum by choice.  Ally’s memoir Inconceivable details her journey into motherhood after waking up one day with a strong urge to start a family, a goal that her partner didn’t share.  In this chat, Ally shares what it was like to return to her parents home, age 37, heartbroken and yearning to be a mum, the joys and challenges of eventually realising that dream and provides insight into how we can better support people in non-traditional family structures to thrive.  Beth absolutely loved this chat. Ally is warm, funny and incredibly clever. A must listen!  Resource links: Join Facebook group: Australian Solo Mothers By Choice This week’s podcast is brought to you by Aussie baby sleepwear brand, ergoPouch. Their safe-sleep-approved range and TOG-rated pouches have been an important part of our journey with our little girl.  Right now, ergoPouch is running a 20% off Click Frenzy Sale site-wide which means you can save big on all of their gorgeous new season prints, cult-favourite styles and sleep tools to help your little one sleep soundly.  Terms and Conditions: 20% off Excludes Outlet, Gift Vouchers, Sleep Packs, Bundles, Gift Packs and Canvas Bags. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount. Valid from the 23rd to the 26th of October 11:59pm 2023