Stop Telling Me To Relax: For Single Moms Who Don't Have Time to Chill

British singer Lily Allen has just released a scathing new album in the wake of her divorce from American actor David Harbour (Stranger Things, Thunderbolts). As the press and media dissect every lyric, a wave of shocking details about their marriage — including the dynamics behind closed doors — has been exposed to the public eye. In this episode, we break down the rise and fall of Lily and David’s relationship: the whirlwind romance, the marriage, and the messy divorce now making headlines. We’ll explore why their uncoupling serves as a cautionary tale for single moms, the red flags many overlook, and why certain men are drawn to dating single mothers in the first place. *Correction: The correct name of the content creator who's video inspired this episode is Melanie Hamlett, not Melanie Little. Check out Creator Melanie Hamlett here ------------> https://youtu.be/_o5oct5EtfI?si=Tw-6_l4T9oTHTQF6  Watch the Architectural Digest tour of David Harbour & Lily Allen's Brooklyn Brownstone      ------- ------- ------- ------- -------- -------- ------- FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA  Instagram: @stoptellingmetorelax Tik Tok: @stoptellingmetorelax Host Instagram: @vwelch85 CONTACT INFO Veronica Welch - stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com 

Native New Yorker Betsy Ronel, a Real Estate Broker with Coldwell Banker, shares her remarkable story of resilience, reinvention, and self-discovery. A former publicist for luxury fashion brands, Betsy left the fast-paced world of high fashion to become a stay-at-home mom after marrying and relocating to Santa Fe, New Mexico. Her life took an unexpected turn in 2011 when her husband passed away suddenly, leaving her a single mother to two young sons. In this candid and heartfelt conversation, Betsy opens up about navigating grief, the challenges of single parenting, and the mistakes and lessons along the way. She also reflects on rediscovering joy—close friendships, becoming an animal rescue advocate, appearing on a dating reality show, and embracing her inner “Swiftie Over Fifty.” Betsy now channels her creativity and empathy into her own podcast, “Heavens to Betsy,” a space where she celebrates stories of resilience, humor, and community—the connections that remind us we’re never truly alone. Listen to Heavens to Betsy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio or anywhere podcasts are available to stream Follow Betsy on Instagram @Betsyronellifeandrealestate ------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Us on Instagram @stoptellingmetorelax_IG Host Instagram: @vwelch85_IG CONTACT INFO Veronica Welch  stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com  *Business/Partnership Inquires Welcome

As my friend Molly will text me if she doesn't hear from me after a couple of weeks, "WELFARE CHECK" Yes, it has been awhile, since this podcast has dropped an episode. Who would have thought that a single Mom would get so busy that she doesn't have time pay attention to anything else besides her first priorities? In Episode 7, I check in & discuss the reasons why the podcast went dark for little bit. How a recent trip to Las Vegas saved my mental health, wellbeing and some other truthful tidbits about single parenting that I hope will help other single mothers feel better. *If you want to skip Vegas & BSB chatter. Go to 34:11 --------------------------------------- Follow Us on Instagram: @stoptellingmetorelax_IG Host Instagram: @vwelch85_IG Contact info: Veronica Welch  stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com  *Business/Partnership Inquires Welcome

Southern California native Carla L. is currently earning a Doctorate degree in Psychology. Carla's path to academic success and healing has been filled with many unexpected and complex obstacles. Dropping out of high school in the 10th grade & a history of substance abuse in her teens & early 20s. Carla has climbed the academic ladder of success. From earning her GED, becoming a certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor to enrolling in a Doctorate program in the fall of 2024. After leaving a 14 year marriage filled with domestic violence and coercive control. Carla is currently on a path of healing for herself and her children, grandchildren. Now in her 50s, this is the first time in Carla's life that she is able to spend time getting to know herself. Working with a therapist to learn how to lay a healthy stable foundation for her family and break cycles of generational trauma. Prioritizing quality time with her family, creating new traditions and making blissful memories to look back on.    *Apologies for the audio feedback issues with our mics. This was a challenging recording experience that I will make changes from moving forward. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @StopTellingMeToRelax_YouTube Follow Us on Instagram: @stoptellingmetorelax_IG Host Instagram: @vwelch85_IG Contact info: Veronica Welch  stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com *Business/Partnership Inquires Welcome

Solo episode! Episode 4 is an impromptu late night gab fest. There seems to be rush of newly single celebrity moms transitioning into single motherhood. In this episode, I share, speculate and give my thoughts, observations on these recent celebrity breakups, thoughts on their future ex-spouses as partners and what I think single motherhood will look like for each of them. Correction: Tony Gonzales played for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Atlanta Falcons. Not the San Diego (LA) Chargers.  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @StopTellingMeToRelax_YouTube Follow Us on Instagram: @stoptellingmetorelax_IG Host Instagram: @vwelch85_IG Contact info: Veronica Welch  stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com *Business/Partnership Inquires Welcome

Originally from Minnesota, Brittney Rabaey is a single mother living in Georgia with her 3 year old son, Jory. After spending years doing "all the right things" to capture the life she wanted. Britt decided to take matters into her own hands to fulfill her lifelong desire to become a mother. In episode 3, I talk with Britt about her journey from adolescence with her immediate family, to juggling multiple jobs while earning a college degree. To eventual burnout from 80 hour work weeks as corporate baddie in an HR Director position, making a six figure income. Her life looks much different now as single woman who chose to become a mother through fertility treatments. Britt is candid about discussing the ups and downs of choosing life as a single mother and how the community she has built on social media has carried her through recent tough times. With over 66k combined social media followers with 4 million+ views each month. Brit is a rising Momfluencer. Curating content about her real life experiences paired with her endless grit and determination, highlighting the magic in everyday moments as a toddler mom.  If you would like to connect with Britt. You can follow her at: IG:@_hey.its.britt_ TikTok: @_hey.its.britt_ Check out Brittney's Linktree Here ---------> Britt & Jory ------- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @StopTellingMeToRelax_YouTube Follow Us on Instagram: @stoptellingmetorelax_IG Host Instagram: @vwelch85_IG Contact Info:  Veronica Welch  Email: stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com *Business/Sponsorship Inquires Welcome

Part 2 of this episode, I continue my conversation with Brittany Bearden-Sousa. We have a candid discussion about the decision to adopt 2 of her 6 children from foster care. How it affected her marriage & other factors that led to the breakdown of her 10+ years marriage. Now 1 year post divorce, Brittany is navigating the emotional rollercoaster of having to live with her ex-husband while co-parenting. Figuring out the best next steps to her new reality of single motherhood.  -If you would like to connect with Brittany TikTok: @the_sousa_six Linktree: TheSousaFam ---------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @StopTellingMeToRelax_YouTube Follow Us on Instagram: @stoptellingmetorelax_IG Host Instagram: @vwelch85_IG - Veronica Welch *Business/Partnership Inquires Welcome stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com

Brittany Bearden-Sousa is a recently divorced single mother of 6 children residing in California. 2 biological, 2 adopted, 1 step child and legal guardian/parent to her niece. In Part 1 of this episode Brittany and I discuss her childhood with two parents suffering from substance abuse, both in and out of recovery often. Dating, marriage to her ex-spouse who was many of her firsts, after putting up walls due to childhood trauma. Deciding to start a family, infertility and the life changing choice to become a foster/adoptive mother. Eventually welcoming two more children as permanent family members. All of which are decisions which led to her life now a single mother.  Make sure to listen to Part 2! -If you would like to connect with Brittany TikTok:  @the_sousa_six Linktree: TheSousaFam ---------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @StopTellingMeToRelax_YouTube Follow Us on Instagram: @stoptellingmetorelax_IG Host Instagram: @vwelch85_IG - Veronica Welch *Business/Partnership Inquires Welcome stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com

Samantha Amaya is a single mother of 4 currently residing in Virginia, USA. Married young through the LDS church after a challenging childhood. Samantha is currently navigating a divorce, cross country move and figuring out how to prioritize herself and maintain a stable mental health status. In this episode we discuss her childhood in and out of foster care, her decision to marry young in obedience to LDS principals, life as a "married single mom", helping her 4 young children cope with their parents separation. Plus the isolation & inclusion she has received from her community as a single divorced parent.   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @StopTellingMeToRelax_YouTube Follow Us on Instagram: @stoptellingmetorelax_IG Host Instagram: @vwelch85_IG -If you would like to connect with Samantha. You can email her at samantha@ksamaya.com To learn more about her Nutrition/Fitness coaching group, please visit https://www.skool.com/faithful-fit-aligned-3651/about Contact info: Veronica Welch  stoptellingmetorelax@gmail.com *Business/Partnership Inquires Welcome

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