Every year, thousands of children are rescued from hot cars—and dozens don't survive. Michael Israel, Head of Operations at Clever Elly shares how a simple, affordable backseat reminder could save lives. Learn how 3 dads turned a near-tragedy into a mission-driven solution that empowers parents to build life-saving habits. This episode is a must-watch for anyone who drives with kids. 💡👶🚗 ⏳Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Clever Elly and Its Mission 01:13 The Origin Story of Clever Elly 05:48...
Jul 06, 2025•27 min•Season 2Ep. 63
In this raw and powerful conversation, Sean Carey—a transformational success coach and single dad—shares how he went from a custodial crisis to leading with confidence. 💥 📌 What you’ll learn: • How Sean took 100% responsibility & filed a Christmas Eve restraining order • His 6-step R I S E framework: Responsibility, Intentionality, Strategy, Empowerment • Self care rituals—journaling, reading 500+ books, biblical counseling • Instilling confidence & emotional resilience in kids • Stres...
Jun 29, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 224
Discover how the Akashic Records—your soul's library—can unlock profound healing and transform co parenting conflict into harmony. In this episode, we explore energy healing, clearing old soul contracts, and real tools to support single parents. Kanika shares powerful client stories and actionable grounding exercises to reconnect with the Earth and Divine. Whether you're co parenting, healing from trauma, or seeking deeper connection, this episode is your guide to joy, alignment, and soulful pat...
Jun 22, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Unlock the secret to building emotional safety with your kids. 🎧 In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, clinical psychologist Dr. David Marcus reveals why comforting kids with phrases like “make them feel better” backfires—and what actually works. Discover: • The 4 building blocks of emotional literacy • Why soothing presence beats lecturing • How to help kids “empty out” overwhelming emotions • Real tips to replace screen time with meaningful connection 👉 Tune in and transform how ...
Jun 15, 2025•48 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Discover Craig Parks’ groundbreaking Parenting A to E method—where body, voice, music, and ritual create deeper parent child bonds. Craig Parks is the founder of Parenting Harmony and the creator of the Parenting A to E: From Stress to Smiles method — a heartfelt, practical approach that helps overwhelmed parents turn chaos into connection and the everyday into something unforgettable. Drawing on years of experience as a parent, educator, and musician, Craig gives parents simple, soulful tools t...
Jun 08, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Navigating single parenting? It's crucial to build a strong support team. Seeking therapy can provide invaluable mental health support. Remember to find your tools and people who make you feel confident on this journey. In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, host Irina Shehovsov interviews Dee Davidson, a resilient single mom who transformed her life after divorce. Dee shares her journey through financial struggles, emotional challenges, and the importance of therapy, support groups, ...
Jun 01, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 220
Join us in this episode of the Single Parent Success Stories Podcast as we chat with Lynsey Martin, an Austin-based author and mother of two. Lynsey shares the delightful journey behind her children's book, How to Get an Alligator Out of the Bathtub, inspired by her sons' curiosity during a zoo visit. Discover how family moments transformed into a published story that emphasizes creativity, kindness, and fun in daily routines. Pre-order the book: https://mamabearbooks.com/books/how-to-get-an-all...
May 04, 2025•29 min•Season 2Ep. 59
🌟 Are you tired of just surviving? In this empowering episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Irina Shehovsov reveals 3 transformative shifts to help you THRIVE! 🌱 Learn how small joys, meaningful connections, and daring to dream can rewrite your life story. Plus, hear an inspiring mom’s journey from daily struggle to joyful living. Ready to break free from survival mode? 🚀 Hit that play button! 🎧 ✅ Practice tiny joys ✅ Foster real connections ✅ Dream fearlessly again Connect with Irina: �...
Apr 28, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 216
In this heartfelt episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Shannon Miller- Lutz shares how she broke free from generational patterns of dysfunction, divorced when her son was just 3, and navigated 15 years of evolving co-parenting with grace and resilience. She dives into the emotional challenges of early single motherhood, how she taught her son to express his feelings, and the incredible shift from working a 9-5 to thriving as a real estate agent for better work-life balance. Resources mentio...
Apr 20, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 216
Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Annie Izmirliyan, a CEO, certified financial planner, and single mom. Discover how she overcame the emotional turmoil of infidelity, transformed her financial situation from deep debt to six-figure savings, and transitioned from a corporate career to entrepreneurial success. Annie shares valuable insights on trusting your instincts, building a supportive community, and the power of self-development tools. Don't miss this empowering episode! Resou...
Apr 06, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 216
💡 From orphan to self-made millionaire! Sun Yong Kim’s story is one of resilience, survival, and financial triumph. Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini is a lifestyle mentor, accomplished options trader, and founder/CEO of Lush Enterprises, LLC. With a background as an orphan who rose to become a millionaire, she has inspired countless individuals through her motivational speeches, books, and coaching sessions. In this powerful episode, she shares: ✅ Her challenging childhood as an orphan ✅ How she escaped ...
Mar 31, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 58
💡 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐝—𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫! But what if the key isn’t perfection, but connection? 🎧 In this episode of 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝑃𝑎𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑆𝑢𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑆𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠, Dr. Gila Reckess, a certified parent coach and clinical psychologist, discusses her journey as a single parent and her approach to parenting. She emphasizes the importance of connection over perfection, advocating for supportive spaces tailored to single parents. Dr. Gil...
Mar 24, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 214
🚀 From Overcoming Struggles to Thriving Success! 🚀In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, I sit down with Ashley Pakulski—a powerhouse single mom, coach, and best-selling author. Ashley gets real about overcoming addiction, balancing single parenthood, and the three key pillars that transformed her life: Mindset Shift, Routines, and Simplified Strategy. 🔥 Topics we cover: ✅ How single moms can build a successful business ✅ The role of mindset in overcoming obstacles ✅ Morning routin...
Mar 16, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 213
💡 Today's episode is a MUST for every parent thinking about college costs! I’m joined by Ryan Keel, a former financial advisor turned college planning expert. As a single parent himself, Ryan understands the financial struggles of raising a child and planning for their future. 🚀 He’s here to share game-changing strategies to help parents cut college costs, maximize scholarships, and avoidstudent debt traps. We’ll also discuss the power of lifelong learning, curiosity, and how to foster a love ...
Mar 11, 2025•41 min•Season 2Ep. 57
🔥 Single parenting isn’t easy—but it’s powerful! Angela Allen Burns shares her journey of raising two sons alone, the emotional struggles, financial hurdles, and how she turned heartbreak into empowerment. 💡 From rewriting the narrative around single motherhood to finding strength in self-care, Angela’s story is one of resilience, hope, and transformation. Plus, we dive into her book "Do I Really Hate Men?", a raw, unfiltered look at navigating divorce. 💬 What’s your biggest takeaway? Drop a ...
Mar 03, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 211
Are you struggling to talk to your kids about sex and their bodies? You’re not alone. Many parents feel awkward or unsure about these conversations—but avoiding them can put kids at risk. In this eye-opening episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Alisha Lunsford, founder of Sexpert Parenting, shares how to start these discussions early, shame-free, and age-appropriately. Learn why correct terminology can deter predators, why early education reduces risky behavior, and how to make your child f...
Feb 23, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 56
🚀𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 🚀 Join us as 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐚 𝐁𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 author of How to Afford Everything, reveals her top financial strategies for single parents! 💸 From leveraging co-parenting resources to maximizing employer benefits like FSA DC, Darla shares practical tips that WORK! 💡 Discover how to: ✅ Master co-parenting finances without conflict ✅ Utilize hidden employer benefits to save BIG ✅ Increase income without working more hours 👉 Don’t m...
Feb 17, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 55
🎧 Being a single parent is hard—raising an autistic child alone? Even harder. Crystal Jordan shares her raw, inspiring journey of navigating single motherhood while advocating for autism awareness. From financial struggles to emotional challenges, she opens up about how her son's diagnosis changed everything—her career, her mindset, and her mission. 💡 In this episode, we cover: ✔️ The reality of single parenting an autistic child ✔️ Finding support and community when you feel alone ✔️ How Crys...
Feb 09, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 208
💡 Being a single parent is tough, but you don’t have to do it alone! In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, we sit down with Lori Thomasson, a writer and nonprofit founder, who shares her journey through PTSD, anxiety, and single motherhood. She reveals how faith, community, and asking for help transformed her life. 🚀 ✨ In This Episode: ✅ How Lori overcame PTSD & anxiety while raising her kids ✅ Why single parents must seek support (and stop feeling guilty!) ✅ The power of mento...
Feb 02, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 207
🌟 Discover the power of your home environment in this inspiring episode of Single Parent Success Stories! Kristy Iris, a creative alchemist and single parent, shares her journey from theater design to creating Fizome—a transformative approach blending feng shui with personal growth. Learn how she navigated single parenting, home renovations, and neurodiverse decluttering to create a healing space for her family. Don’t miss her tips on self-care, humor, and honest communication! 💡✨ Resources: P...
Jan 27, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Are burnout and depression the same? 🧠 Liesl Perez, co-founder of Access Integrated Mental Health, shares her journey from single parent to mental health advocate. Discover how she’s transforming lives through therapy, advanced treatments like ketamine and TMS, and her mission to empower patients to take control of their mental health. Liesl also talks about raising independent kids and balancing parenting with self-care. Watch now to learn how to break free from the burnout cycle and find hope...
Jan 20, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 53
What does it take to raise six kids as a single mom? Bambi Lynn shares her journey through teenage pregnancy, divorce, domestic violence, and financial struggles, all while homeschooling her children. Learn how faith, community, and resilience helped her overcome adversity. Don’t miss this inspiring story of purpose and healing. Bambi has six adult children and thirteen grandchildren; she was a single mom raising them for the kingdom. She homeschooled for 27 years. She is now a Nona living her b...
Jan 12, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 204
Dr. Derrick Standifer is an educator, keynote speaker, and a full-time single father who founded Life is Like a Rubik’s Cube, a platform dedicated to empowering individuals through resilience, problem-solving, and innovative thinking. His journey navigating single fatherhood, mental health challenges, and a deep commitment to excellence in both education and parenthood has profoundly shaped his perspective on resilience, education, and mental health. Dr. Standifer brings a wealth of experience a...
Dec 29, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 203
Discover Martha Burich’s groundbreaking parenting strategies in this episode of Single Parent Success Stories. Learn how to raise happy, responsible kids with the 3 L’s: love them enough to say no, lead by example, and let them fail. Martha shares practical tips on chores, screen time, and how to stay calm when parenting gets tough. Plus, find out why she says punishment doesn’t work and what to do instead. Connect with Martha: 👉 Book: "Yes, You Can Raise Happy, Responsible Children": https://a...
Dec 23, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 52
🌟 In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Lisa McGregor shares her inspiring journey of parenting through challenges, from adjusting to 50/50 custody to eventually gaining full custody of her daughter. Discover how Lisa shifted her mindset, embraced holistic health, and learned the importance of quality time over quantity. She also shares tips on clearing clutter in your body and mind and her favorite book, The Body Keeps the Score. 💡 Tune in for heartfelt advice, practical parenting...
Dec 16, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 201
Karen McNenny, divorce mediator, coach, and TEDx speaker, joins Irina Shehovsov to share insights on navigating divorce with compassion and resilience. Karen discusses co-parenting strategies, self-care for single parents, and her unique perspective on why divorce can bring both grief and relief. Whether you’re a single parent or exploring a ‘good divorce,’ this episode offers practical advice to empower your journey. Resources: The Good Divorce https://amzn.to/49AneVR We're still family https:/...
Dec 09, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Join us as we explore Ashley Wall’s extraordinary journey from middle school math teacher to children’s book publisher. Co-founder of Mama Bear Publishing, Ashley shares how her passion for fostering literacy led to impactful partnerships with organizations like the Barbara Bucha Literacy Foundation. Discover her insights on parenting, cognitive development, and why reading from infancy is vital. Tune in for inspiration on embracing life’s phases and creating a positive mindset—lessons every par...
Dec 02, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 50
In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Amanda Haro shares her transformative journey from a challenging marriage to becoming a burnout and confidence coach. She reveals how divorce was her gateway to empowerment and challenges the stigma around it. Amanda also discusses her transition from a stay-at-home mom to a career woman, thanks to the wisdom passed down by her grandmother. Discover her powerful advice for single parents on self-trust, instilling confidence in kids, and her new m...
Nov 24, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 198
🌟 In this powerful episode of Single Parent Success Stories, host Irina Shehovsov sits down with Shelley Meche’tte, a courageous single mom who faced the depths of depression after a difficult breakup and job loss. Shelley opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of balancing single parenthood while battling mental health challenges. She shares how her daughter's smile became her lifeline, the critical role of a support system, and her journey to reclaiming confidence and resilience. Whether ...
Nov 18, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 197
Join Irina Shehovsov on Single Parent Success Stories as we dive into the incredible journey of Devon Bruce 🌟. After facing abandonment during a medical crisis and navigating the challenges of single parenthood, Devon transformed her life from pain to purpose. She shares how she overcame a toxic marriage, healed her money mindset, and started her own successful English Communication Academy to empower non-native English-speaking doctors. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on resilience, ent...
Nov 10, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 196
