An article in the Guardian exploring experiences of single motherhood through donor conception, describing how this route is increasingly seen as liberating, with more women choosing to have children independently despite societal stigmas. It describes how Amy found the process easier without a partner, while Emma, a lesbian mother of twins, believes shame often deters women from pursuing this path. Jennifer, focusing on financial stability, views it as liberating but not ideal. Others, like Helen, highlight the emotional and financial challenges, emphasising the importance of early reproductive planning for better outcomes.

There was also a well written article on the same theme in The Times by Genevieve Roberts, author of Liv’s Alone – Amateur Adventures in Solo Motherhood – but it seems to be behind a paywall so may not be accessible to all.