Should I Delete That?

I bought sperm on the internet - now I’m finally a mum … with Liv Thorne

Should I Delete That?

Show Notes

When Liv reached her mid-thirties as a single woman, she made a decision that would change her life: to have a child on her own. In this episode, she talks to us about navigating fertility clinics, buying sperm from Denmark, and the emotional rollercoaster of choosing solo parenthood.

Liv shares the grief she carried through her twenties and thirties watching people around her start families, the moment she decided to go it alone, and the incredible journey that brought her son Herb into the world..

We chat about the impossible task of choosing a donor, the challenges of doing it all solo, and what’s surprised her about Herb as he’s grown up.

Plus - Herb joined us in the studio, and honestly, it melted our hearts!

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You can buy your copy of Liv’s Alone: Amateur adventures in solo motherhood here!

We’re heading to Edinburgh for our biggest live show ever. We’ll be taking over the iconic Usher Hall for one night only on 3rd September. Head to SIDTLive.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

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Should I Delete That is produced by Faye Lawrence Studio Manager: Dex Roy Video Editor: Celia Gomez Social Media Manager: Sarah English Music: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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