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.
A Proud Moment!!!
My Interview for the Luton News
It was a surprise and a pleasure to be contacted by the Luton News newspaper post the publication of my book. My (our) story is finding it's voice. You can read the full interview...
It’s finally here!!!
After all the sweat, tears and hard work my book is finally here. Thank you for all your kind words and support on this wonderful journey. I hope you all enjoy the book as much as I enjoyed writing it. You can buy the soft back copy from...
Unwanted Advice
Last week I received a message via FB that read "Congratulations on your book. My advice is to take a career break, for 1 year and keep trying." My initial thought was to ask 'keep trying for what?' then it dawned on me what she was saying. After I got past my anger...
Fertility Fest 2016
Thanks to an invite from Jody Day I had the opportunity to attend Fertility Fest in London. It was the first time that I have come across such an event which took me on an emotional journey. The first talk I attended was named the 'The Infertility Experience' which...
The Quite House
I saw this great play at the fertility fest about a couple's struggle with IVF. I will blog about the fertility fest soon but for now here is a discount code for anyone who wants to go and see it. It really is a great play and will invoke a lot of emotions, you've got...
Who will speak for me?
On Friday I attended my friends' mothers' funeral. Her mother had a great life, raised 5 daughters and was an active member of her church that included setting up a charity sending clothes, food and donations back to her home country in Sierra Leone. Sitting in the...
Mourning involuntary childlessness
A friend of mine emailed me this article which I found very insightful so I thought that I'd share it with you all too. I'd love to hear what you think about the article. ssvpbrad_20-05-2016_13-35-57 Hugs Yvonne x
Ageing without children
Jody Day introduced me to Kirsty Woodard from AWOC (Ageing without Children) where I was invited to photography the AWOC and The Beth Johnson Foundation 'Our Voices' talk on the 16th May. There were a number of speakers from different backgrounds (childless and...
Digital Story Telling…
2 weeks ago I attended a 3 day workshop run by Pip, Tony and Jo (who assisted with great care) at Pilgrim Projects in Landbeach. The workshop was funded by NHS England with he view to it's participants creating a digital story. Day 1; started with a story circle where...
Johanna Walker – A Long Drink of Water
I saw this talk on youtube recently which I found inspiring. Hope that you enjoy it too... https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jQ6q0cEskBQ