Australian television personality Angie Kent has candidly discussed the deeply personal reasons behind her choice to become a mother on her own. The former Gogglebox and Bachelorette star, 35, took to social media to explain that her decision was a positive and deliberate choice, not a fallback plan.
Trusting a Deep-Seated Instinct
In a detailed post shared on Sunday, Kent addressed her followers directly, offering support to others who might be in a similar situation. "If you're navigating dating while also feeling called toward solo motherhood, you're not alone," she wrote. She emphasised that there is no single correct way to create a family, stating the only right way is "the way that feels true to you."
Kent revealed that she has always envisioned having her first child independently, even during past relationships. "I never had that strong feeling of 'yes, I want to have a baby with you'," she explained. She described learning to trust this bodily instinct, whether calling it women's intuition or a gut feeling.
A Daunting Yet Blessed IVF Journey
The reality star has been openly documenting her in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) process across several Instagram videos, aiming to normalise the experience. She admitted that while the journey is intense, she feels incredibly fortunate with the outcome so far.
Despite managing multiple chronic health conditions that impact fertility—including interstitial cystitis, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and adenomyosis—Kent's treatment was successful. "I was blessed enough to get 14 embryos, which I know is huge," she shared.
Her current plan involves a final surgical laparoscopy in February to address her health conditions, followed by a recovery period. After that, she will proceed with her first embryo transfer.
Motherhood First, Partner Later
Kent was clear that waiting for a partner was not a priority in her life plan. She expressed a firm belief in not compromising on her desire to be a mother while waiting for circumstances to align perfectly.
"A partner can come later if it's meant to," Kent stated. "But becoming a mum was never something I wanted to compromise on or put on hold while waiting for the 'right' person. I am the right person."
Her openness has resonated strongly with her audience. Followers flooded her post with messages of praise and support, commending her bravery and honesty. One commenter noted they knew many solo mothers by choice who were "the most amazing mummies," showing extra patience and resilience.
By sharing every step, from her health battles to the emotional weight of choosing a solo path, Angie Kent continues to foster a more open conversation about the many modern paths to parenthood in Australia.
