Helping Single Women Become Mothers

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My Memoir

Motherhood Reimagined: When Becoming A Mother Doesn't Go As Planned

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At the age of thirty-nine, Sarah Kowalski heard her biological clock ticking, loudly. A single woman harboring a deep ambivalence about motherhood, Kowalski needed to decide: Did she want a baby? More importantly, with no partner in sight, did she want to have a baby alone? Once she revised her idea of motherhood—from an experience she would share with a partner to a journey she would embark upon alone—the answer came up a resounding Yes. Kowalski chose to conceive using a sperm donor, but her plan stopped short when a doctor declared her infertile. How far would she go to become a mother? Kowalski catapulted herself into a diligent regimen of herbs, Qigong, meditation, acupuncture and more, in a quest to improve her fertility Along the way, she delved into spiritual healing practices, facing down demons of self-doubt and self-hatred, and once again revising her vision of motherhood. In the end, to become a mother, Kowalski did everything she said she would never do. And yet, she wouldn't change a thing.

A story of personal triumph and unconditional love, Motherhood Reimagined reveals what happens when we release what's expected and embrace what's possible.

Sarah’s honest and informative memoir examines the issues facing both single moms by choice and any woman facing fertility issues and third party reproduction. She offers a personal narrative that speaks for a generation of women who, like the author, thought she had time to have a baby well into her forties and a growing number of women who will not let the lack of a partner stand in the way of having a child. Sarah takes us on her journey in which she examines her choices and surrenders to a completely different vision of motherhood than she had ever imagined, showing us how love prevails.

Her book answers many questions such as: Why would someone decide to have a baby alone? How does one come to terms with not having a genetic link to her child? How can infertility be a means for personal growth and spiritual awakening?

The Motherhood Reimagined Podcast

A Podcast Exploring And Celebrating All Paths To Motherhood

Listen up ladies, you have the right to become a mother regardless of your relationship status. 

 

Becoming an SMC is a legitimate first choice, not just a backup plan and I’m on a mission to show you why. 

motherhood reimagined podcast

The Motherhood Reimagined Podcast, hosted by Sarah Kowalski, celebrates all paths to motherhood. Whether you're contemplating whether to become a single mother by choice, still trying to conceive, or already raising kids, this is the place to be to hear from single moms by choice who didn't follow the rules as they share the heartache and joys of their paths. Each week we interview a choice mom about her journey, or an expert on fertility, donor conception, sperm donation, adoption and more. Get inspiration and support about being a solo mom.

 

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Read More on My Blog

Why Women Don’t Regret Using An Egg Donor

Why Women Don’t Regret Using An Egg Donor In the realm of fertility treatments, egg donation is often considered a game-changer, offering hope and possibilities to women who dream of becoming mothers. But at first, it can feel overwhelming, maybe even tragic. But I’m here to tell you that I have never met a woman…

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A Guide to Choosing a Guardian as a Single Mom by Choice

How To Choose A Guardian As A Single Mom by Choice Navigating the journey of single motherhood often involves facing tough decisions, one of which is choosing a guardian as a single mom by choice. A guardian, in legal terms, is someone appointed to look after your child if you’re unable to do so due…

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Embracing Love in All Its Forms: A Single Mom’s By Choice Guide to Valentine’s Day

Single Mom’s By Choice Guide to Valentine’s Day Hello, it’s Sarah Kowalski, and today we’re revisiting a topic that hits home: the single mom’s by choice guide to Valentine’s Day. This day, often centered around romantic love, can be challenging when you’re not in a relationship. But fear not, because I’m here to help you…

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Will I Be Single Forever If I Have A Baby Alone?

Will I be single forever if I have a baby alone? It’s a question I get asked by numerous women. It’s a fear that often grips many of us contemplating this journey, looming larger than life, turning itself into an almost omnipresent shadow. I remember back when I was navigating the tangled pathway toward becoming…

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Choosing a Fertility Clinic as a Single Mom by Choice

How to Choose a Fertility Clinic as a Single Mom by Choice: A Comprehensive Guide For single moms by choice, embarking on the fertility journey is a monumental decision, and choosing a fertility clinic as a single mom by choice can be a stressful and confusing part of that process. How do you know what…

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Coping with Loneliness as a Single Mom by Choice: Your Guide to Connection and Emotional Well-Being

Coping with Loneliness as a Single Mom by Choice: Your Guide to Connection and Emotional Well-Being Becoming a single mom by choice is a compelling path, rich in love, joy, and an indescribable bond with your child but many women feel loneliness as a single mom by choice. On the one hand, it’s an experience…

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Embracing Matrescence: Nurturing Your New Identity as a Single Mom by Choice

Calling all fabulous single moms by choice or aspiring single moms by choice! As you dive into this exhilarating journey of motherhood, it’s important to acknowledge the significant changes that lie ahead as a solo mom postpartum. In my last blog post, I explored the incredible joy that comes with being a mom, which can…

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Why You Most Likely Won’t Regret Becoming a Single Mom by Choice

Why You Most Likely Won’t Regret Becoming An SMBC 🌈💕 Embracing the Roller Coaster Ride of Single Motherhood: Laughing off Sacrifices with a Whole Lot of Love! 🌈💕  Hey there, remarkable thinkers, triers, and aspiring single moms by choice! Let’s tackle a common concern that can sneak up on all of us: the fear of…

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How to prep for postpartum if you are pregnant solo

Being pregnant solo can be a rewarding and vulnerable time. In my experience, there are many universal truths about being pregnant, but it is also a unique experience to be pregnant solo. There are simply more things to think through so that you can feel supported and empowered as a new mama.  So, what does…

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Biological Mother vs The Donor

Do you know someone that has a child via sperm or egg donation? Or maybe even via both sperm and egg donors? Or even a surrogate? If so, it’s likely that this is an entirely new concept for you. Maybe you are wondering how to refer to the donors or the woman raising this child? This…

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