Choosing Single Parenthood: Stories from Solo Parents by Choice provides insight into the journey of becoming a single parent from the perspective of women who have created a family on their own terms. With contributions from across Canada, the stories in this anthology explore the power of choice and what it means to become a parent. Included are stories of the journey of conception, the creation of community, the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the ways in which their lives have been transformed by the choice to be a solo parent. Regardless of their personal journey to create a family, readers will be inspired by the strength and determination within the stories of these single parents by choice.

Table of Contents
Choosing Motherhood
The Finest Quality DNA Money Could Buy (Zoë Sehn)
Not the Traditional Family (Shauna)
Only Regret Is Not Starting Sooner (Laura F.)
Meant to Be (Chelsea)
This Is the Right Choice (Megan)
Overcoming Challenges: The journey
Listen to Your Heart (Samia)
One Child, Many Blessings (Marija)
Twins! (Laura W.)
The Village That Raises the Child
Beyond Stereotypes (Rochelle)
Setting up My Safety Net (Mali)
The Craziness Is Made up for by the Love (Katie W. )
A Heart Full of Love (Annie)
Pandemic Parenting &n