At a certain point, the reality of our finite fertility hits every single woman who desires motherhood. Suddenly, waiting for partnership no longer feels like the safest bet. When this realization hit today’s guest, Valerie Bauman, she knew she had to take control of her own destiny. Valerie shares her journey to solo motherhood during the pandemic, a time when dating seemed nearly impossible. At 38, she realized she couldn't wait for the perfect scenario of meeting someone, dating, and eventually starting a family. Instead, she made the empowering decision to pursue motherhood on her own. What followed is a story of resilience, empowerment, and breaking away from societal expectations.