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“Thank you for sharing your unique and charming story. It felt like I was smiling, laughing and celebrating your journey along with you…and by the end I was wishing we could be friends. What a beautiful treasure this will be for your daughter!”
jchicogirl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/24
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“Found your show n 2021 but didn’t listen to it, just added to my library. Started it this past Monday and I just finished…. Binge worthy is correct. I absolutely loved your story, your determination to be a mother even alone, and the triumphs and failures you faced for your baby. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE...”Read full review »
DanyRose1623 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/28/23
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“A moving, often joyful, sometimes heartbreaking, always tender & thought-provoking, exploration of what it means to be human. Cannot recommend highly enough. Thank you Sophie & Astrid”
neshama1818 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/28/23
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“I miss this pod so much. I listened while dreaming of more kids. I had 2, as a single mom. I home made and 1 adopted.
Now, years later, I’m married and have 4 kids. Wonder how you are and what happened in your life.”
JustJo55 via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
08/31/22
“Thank you Sophie and Astrid. Until I listened to your podcast I was struck by the lack of conversation around the emotional challenges and fears we face in making the decision to become a solo mum. Your story is a refreshing, raw and real perspective on the joys and heartache of this path. It’s...”Read full review »
Yin 4 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/08/21
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“I listened to this the first time around when I was living away from my family across the world to do research, and now I’m listening again in the midst of the pandemic and coming out to my entire family. Thank you to Sophie and Astrid for sharing so openly about your story- it has brought me so...”Read full review »
hannahmuhlf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/21
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“Just found this wonderful podcast, it’s like listening to my own thoughts read out to me. Plus her super soothing voice. Thank you”
jessljohnson via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/17/21
“Sophie, this is so beautifully expressed. Thank you for sharing everything so candidly. My little girl is 14 months and so much you say resonates. I have burst into tears multiple times in the last week. Thank you thank you thank you and much love to Astrid x”
Kitty_solo_way via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/05/21
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“Just discovered this podcast as I start on my own journey trying to become a SMBC. Thank you Sophie and Astrid for such honesty and beautiful production quality. I have binged listened to all episodes over the course of the last week. I hope life since production is treating you both and all the...”Read full review »
Jivingdodo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/05/21
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“Fantastic and moving storytelling ❤️❤️”
Rotem 🦋 via Apple Podcasts ·
Israel ·
03/14/21
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“This podcast was such a joy to listen to. It’s 2021 now and I’m stuck inside feeling depressed. I found solace and happiness listening and I thank Sophie and Astrid for letting us into your lives. Truly a wonderful journey!”
Librarian Laura via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/21
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“I came upon this podcast by accident. Not having children myself I really wasn’t sure if I wanted to stay with it, however her journey was so fascinating and so beautifully told that I found myself binge listening. I hated it when it ended. I so wish she would pick up where she left off.”
crutical brand tester via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/21
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“The most beautiful slice of life. Sophie’s journey, Astrid’s childhood, their family and their friends, I feel I know and love you all.
Being able to be part of the quiet parts of someone’s life, to see behind their doors and witness the joy, sorrow, excitement, apprehension, discovery and...”Read full review »
Jazzie96 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/05/21
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“Dear Sophie,
Thank you so much for sharing your and Astrid’s story. I feel like you’re a good friend who is already on the journey I’m about to embark upon. I officially decided to become a single mother by choice about 18 months ago, but like you I think it was on the cards much earlier. Also...”Read full review »
Aussie_Megan via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/13/20
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“This podcast is so beautifully crafted. I haven’t been able to stop licensing since discovering it a few days ago. Sophie’s background in documentary making shines through each minute of these episodes and her narration is so soothing and keeping me company through my days.
Thanks you Sofie for...”Read full review »
Bre bee via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/29/20
“Thanks Sophie! I’m enjoying yours and Astrid’s story so much!
Please listen everyone who has a child, who wants a child, who loves a well told story.”
handmade.by.Dorte via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
12/19/19
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“Raw, honest and authentic reflections from a woman, mother, daughter, sister and friend.
How Sophie integrates her adorable daughter into these episodes are heartwarming eye opening!”
acesamos via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/13/19
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“If you've ever had a single mum in your life....as I have, this will take you right back to the days of joy, laughter, play, love and of course quite a few other things. Beautifully narrated. Am loving it and savouring it. Thank you wholeheartedly for sharing all these delicate, intimate...”Read full review »
Mirosan H via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/27/19
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“Such a great podcast. Such a lovely story and such a courageous women to go through this experience and thank you for sharing!”
nati12886 via Apple Podcasts ·
Romania ·
10/18/19
“I’ve loved the gentle pace and tone of this podcast. It’s real and honest but such a kind and sweet open telling of one family’s story. Thank you Sophie for sharing so much of yourself”
Louise Jill via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
09/13/19
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“I have just started listening to your podcast and it is now August 2019 and part of me is sorry I didn’t find it sooner and then so grateful that I can now savour it. I did start at episode one and so glad I did. I’m only on episode three so I have a long and delightful journey ahead. But so...”Read full review »
Grumkay via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/28/19
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“I’ve been listening over the past few months. I have a toddler and loved hearing Astrid grow. Thank you for sharing your lives.”
rnadler via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/19
“Sophie— thank you for this honest and heartfelt podcast about your journey as a single mother by choice. I love the calls, recordings of meetings, Skype sessions, etc. What could be room for improvement is when you directly talk to the recorder. It’s as if you’re trying to be as quiet as...”Read full review »
SMC PDX 123456789 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/04/19
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“Sophie’s exquisitely honest and celebratory journey is living proof of Eudora Welty’s claim that “all writers speak to and from emotions eternally the same in all of us—love, pity, fear don’t play favorites or leave anyone out.” (Hope I didn’t mangle quote!)”
Payasodad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/19
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“From a single mom to a 7-year-old little boy, I can’t believe I’m just now hearing this. Seven is a big change, struggling some days.”
Ktbarthelette via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/18/19
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“Heard review on the radio (DR1) and thought I’d listen a bit. 4 episodes ‘wolfed down.’ Like being let in to Sophie’s world and innermost thoughts. Not over the top though - just natural.”
luma258 via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
05/22/19
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“I love her storytelling. The only thing is her voice sounds unnaturally slow and kind of depressed when she is narrating the episodes. Like she is describing some great tragic story. In the real life recordings that she weaves in, she sounds fine! I wonder why the voice change. It would be better...”Read full review »
active-outside via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/13/19
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“I am a 30 y/o woman who has been putting off having a children for years. There’s always been a reason: improve my health, finishing education, getting financially stable, getting emotionally stable, having just a FEW more free spirited adventures...
Now, I am looking into my future and finally...”Read full review »
Popthebunny via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/19
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“Sophie does a great job of communicating her story. Astrid’s little voice on the intro is so cute, it gets me every time.
Beautiful story of a beautiful family.”
samanthamc85 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/19
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“So good to listen along to the journey of another independent single woman in her 30s actively choosing to become a mum, and making that a reality. Our lives are really different but so many of the questions and feelings are the same. Thanks for sharing ♥️”
Natalie mackinnon via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/01/19
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“So emotional listening to the joy and excitement of the screaming friend on Skype when Sophie surprised her with her pregnant belly. Then when she plays the documentary clip from her students saying goodbye 😭 I didn’t expect to be so moved.”
k_mitchell79 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/19
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“I cannot follow this story because of the delivery...stop whispering. If you have a story to tell, tell it.”
Kb650 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/19
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“Beautifully done. I've just listened to the first 11 episodes and it feels so open and genuine it feels like she's an old friend. I've just had my first baby at 35 (also with assisted reproduction) so I could relate to a lot of her experiences and wild emotions. I've just seen...”Read full review »
Ebphilly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/19
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“I just discovered this podcast and I’ve been binging it for several days now. Such a beautiful story of love, motherhood, and family. A unique podcast with a lovely story. Would highly recommend!”
shannd42 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/22/19
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“Thank you for sharing your story, Sophie! I am happy to have found it and be able to binge listen to it all.”
Order of Christmas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/19
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“Just a beautifully made podcast about love.”
CJ525 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/19
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“Thank you, Ms Harper, for sharing your story and your beautiful family with the world. I loved your podcast!”
skutovr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/19
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“The narration is not fantastic. She speaks in a dramatic whisper and it’s strange and hard to listen to at times. Also, I’m a single mom of 3 and her introduction indicating that being a single mom is something that must be “coped” with perpetuates fragility and pity on single moms, rather than...”Read full review »
lorenzoea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/19
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“This reflection of a life lived fully is slow and methodical and beautiful. Anyone who has experienced hardship and persevered can relate, even if the hardship itself is not the same.”
Ntalobalo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/19
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“I absolutely love this podcast and love hearing Astrid’s voice develop. Isn’t it amazing how both her newborn coos and toddler voice have the same tone?”
Crissgeorge via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/19
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“Beautiful, brave and deeply touching podcast. Sophie has the bravery to share her vulnerability which most likely is the roots of her significant strength. I would recommend this to everyone.”
CecileDesaint via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
01/19/19
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“What I heard was amazing! Unfortunately, her whispering drove me insane. 3 episodes before quitting.”
cata357 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/19
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“That's really all I have to say. The story telling is fantastic and etremely heartfelt. I love it; thank you so much for making this.”Read full review »
TareqSM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/19
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“Loved the first podcasts and enjoyed the beginning of the story. It started as a story of hope and excitement. It later became self absorbed and whinging. The narrator was in a privileged position- 12 months maternity leave, a live in grandparent, able to quit work to follow a dream, had parents...”Read full review »
schrist7 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/06/19
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“The way that time moves in this podcast is truly confusing. Everything is happening with at least a two year time delay, which makes the conflicts of the story — should she move home, will she find a job — feel less urgent. It’s frankly confusing to have a narrator speaking in the present tense...”Read full review »
winooskiwinter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/09/18
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“This is a beautifully scripted podcast with wonderful sound effects.”
Alicetace via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
11/28/18
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“Thank you Sophie for sharing your experience so openly - it means a lot to other solo-mums-in-the-making. This podcast is beautfully produced.”
@motheringsolo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/13/18
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“Thank you! Giving me a lot of confidence for my own journey ♥️”
mamabychoice via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/11/18
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“This podcast has been my happy place to go to while working is a fresh and beautiful bubble to listen to. I recently had a baby and I can relate so much with Sophie in a lot of the circumstances and feeling you go through while being a new mom. I just love this podcast! So human and relatable!!...”Read full review »
Amyselma via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/18
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