Ellie Levi is an Orthodox Jewish woman who chose to become a single mother. In this episode, she and Matana discuss the journey and challenges of single motherhood, including the stigma around the term "single mom by choice" and the various paths women take to reach this decision.Ellie shares her personal experience with egg freezing and fertility treatments, highlighting the importance of a supportive network during the emotional ups and downs of the process. She reflects on her family's reactions and the halachic complexities, urging women to pursue their dreams without seeking others’ permission.Chapters:02:16 Understanding Single Motherhood11:32 The Journey of Egg Freezing12:14 Navigating Fertility Treatments16:35 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Motherhood30:25 Coping with Societal Expectations36.42 The Halachic Perspective on Single Motherhood44:27 The Selfless Act of Motherhood46:14 Navigating Reactions to Single Motherhood49:38 Overcoming Naysayers and Embracing Support57:38 The Complex Relationship with God01:07:44 Fertility Organizations and Their Limitations01:21:34 Reflections on Regrets and Surprises in the JourneyConnect with Ellie:<a href="mailto:ellie.levi@gmail.com" target="_blank">ellie.levi@gmail.com</a>Resources:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/singlemothersbychoice/" target="_blank">Single Mothers By Choice</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1394730037691236/" target="_blank">Orthodox Jewish Single Moms by Choice</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2055298827850354/" target="_blank">IVF/IUI Single Moms By Choice</a><a href="https://www.singlemothersbychoice.org/" target="_blank">https://www.singlemothersbychoice.org/</a> Join us on Whatsapp:Click the link below to join the Listening to Understand WhatsApp community, where we share exclusive information about episodes and topics discussed on the show. Join the conversation that ONLY happens here⬇️<a href="https://chat.whatsapp.com/G9t7fDac0wrB4FZsKtyYk4" target="_blank">https://chat.whatsapp.com/G9t7fDac0wrB4FZsKtyYk4</a>Listen to us:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ux5OupXGRTNLgJVttpcF1?si=lIL8nhOFTsuxiGP-QGy_TA" target="_blank">Spotify</a>:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ux5OupXGRTNLgJVttpcF1?si=lIL8nhOFTsuxiGP-QGy_TA" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ux5OupXGRTNLgJVttpcF1?si=lIL8nhOFTsuxiGP-QGy_TA</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/listening-to-understand/id1729038630" target="_blank">Itunes</a>:<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/listening-to-understand/id1729038630" target="_blank"> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/listening-to-understand/id1729038630</a>Comments or Suggestions?We’d love to hear from you:<a href="mailto:listeningtounderstandshow@gmail.com" target="_blank">listeningtounderstandshow@gmail.com</a>﻿Sponsored by:<a href="http://swagmygear.com/" target="_blank">SwagMyGear.com</a>Get your custom printed &amp; promotional logo Tees, hoodies, hats, swag, and other gear, great for Bar &amp; Bat Mitzvas, business&amp; corporate, family gatherings &amp; events, all printed with your logo or message.Get $55.00 off your order today with coupon code...

Choosing Motherhood as a Single Orthodox Woman (Ellie Levi)