Blog
Welcome to my blog, where I share reflections on involuntary childlessness, identity, and the many ways we find meaning beyond motherhood. Here, I write openly about women’s wellbeing, inclusion, and the realities of living a life that doesn’t follow the expected path. My aim is to start honest conversations, challenge assumptions, and offer connection for anyone navigating life without children — by choice or by circumstance.
The painful text
I received a message recently from a close friend who wanted to let me know that his girlfriend is pregnant. Knowing how much the pregnancy means to them I let them know how happy I was to hear their news. As we continued to message each other I was reminded of a...
My book party Q&A
These ladies make me so proud to be a part of Gateway Women. We stand with each other through our grief and they stood with me to celebrate my book turning one. I cannot thank them enough!!! https://youtu.be/LkFccMsmnZ0
Anniversary Party Pictures
I am so happy and proud that I have come this far with my story but none of it would have been possible without the love and support of others. Helen Tucker believed in me from the beginning. When she heard my...
The power of honesty
Writing my story has been probably the most empowering experience I have encountered. I remember being so scared of the prospect of everyone knowing the real me that I nearly ran away from it all. But I am so glad that meet the wonderful women that Gateway Women...
My Book Anniversary talk
I can't believe it's been 1 week since my anniversary party. It was such a moving day and if you couldn't make it I'd like to share a small part of it with you https://youtu.be/6oDfz5p2KJs
Testimony from Allison R
Happy 1st Anniversary
On the 12th August I had a party to celebrate Dreaming of a Life Unlived turning one. I can't believe that it's been a year since my baby arrived and what a journey it has been. There have been tears, laughter, pain, more tears, joy, more tears, laughter and even more...
Celebrating with Jody… 1 year on
My book had a play date yesterday with Jody Day at a GW workshop. Jody looking the ever proud Aunty!!! I can't thank Jody enough for what she is doing with GW. Without her none of this would have been possible. Thanks Jody...
A beautiful saying…
A friend shared this with me so I am now sharing it with you. Feel free to continue the sharing...
My first Reignite Weekend
I supported Cathy Vivian who ran her first reignite weekend in Lutterworth on the weekend. The workshop was held in an renovated school house originally built in the late 18th Century at Cotesbach Educational Trust, Leicestershire, where the sun energised us as we...
Fathers Day
Fathers days is another difficult day for us as a couple. Its a day thats celebrated by so many families and one where we can give well wishes to our dads, brothers and male friends who have children but one that so often leaves us feeling again alone and isolated....
Jody’s TED Talk
Back in March I mentioned that I went to a TED talk recording in Hull. Well here is the link to Jody's talk https://youtu.be/uufXWTHT60Y Hope you enjoy and please, please, please share it with your family and friends x