When Jamela’s marriage ended at 37, she wasn’t interested in dating. Instead she decided to become a Single Mother by Choice (SMBC). With a deep desire for motherhood and a clear vision of the kind of family she wanted to create, she embraced solo motherhood by choice with the full support of her mom, who even helped her choose the right sperm donor. Now, as a mother to 4-month-old twin girls, Jamela shares her journey of resilience, self-advocacy, and creating the life she truly wanted as a Black single woman.

Her story is a testament to the power of making bold choices, letting go of societal expectations, and prioritizing your own happiness. In this conversation, Jamela opens up about the emotional process of mourning both her marriage and the traditional family dream, the challenges and rewards of being a single Black mother, and why she sees solo motherhood as the greatest comeback.

In this episode on becoming a single mother by choice after divorce, we discuss:

• The pressures women often feel to fit men into their lives to fulfill societal expectations;
• Jamela’s decision to choose solo motherhood after divorce at 37;
• How her mom played an active role in her decision to become a single mother by choice;
• The emotional journey of grieving a marriage while embracing a new vision for family;
• The challenges and rewards of being a single mom by choice as a Black woman;
• Why self-advocacy in the fertility process is so important;
• The biggest benefit of solo parenting, according to Jamela;
• And more!

If you’re considering becoming a Single Mother by Choice, navigating life after divorce, or wondering if solo motherhood is the right path for you, Jamela’s story will inspire you to embrace your own choices with confidence.

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