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About ASMBC
ASMBC stands for AUSTRALIAN SOLO MOTHERS BY CHOICE, we are solo but not alone.
ASMBC stands for AUSTRALIAN SOLO MOTHERS BY CHOICE, we are solo but not alone.
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What is ASMBC?
We are a nationwide support group for women who, for various personal reasons, including fertility issues, have decided to become Solo Mothers By Choice to form their families without a partner.
We are a nationwide support group for women who, for various personal reasons, including fertility issues, have decided to become Solo Mothers By Choice to form their families without a partner.
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Our Mssion
and Values
You don’t need to be told that the way to solo motherhood can feel isolating, desperate and discouraging to varying degrees. But it doesn’t have to be that way. This became very clear to our founder Michelle Galea and our first small, personal support group that grew into ASMBC.
You don’t need to be told that the way to solo motherhood can feel isolating, desperate and discouraging to varying degrees. But it doesn’t have to be that way. This became very clear to our founder Michelle Galea and our first small, personal support group that grew into ASMBC.
A Village Of Your Own
Here we’re building a village where solo mothers and their children can grow, thrive, and be seen and appreciated for what they have achieved. And better believe it: it’s a massive achievement requiring courage, determination and persistence to become a Solo Mum By Choice. ASMBC does more than counsel and advise, as vital as these aspects are.
Solo But Never Alone
We also place major emphasis on the real life that surrounds you and your child: including casual park playdates, getaways and annual retreats, new friends and contacts for heartfelt chats, milestone celebrations and more; we’re always here for you. Whether you’re just starting out or deep in the parenting trenches, you’ll find your people here.
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Our Uniqueness as ASMBC
Genuine and Safe
ASMBC is private and member-vetted, protecting the privacy of high-profile members including judges, celebrities, police officers and DV survivors. We only accept real Facebook profiles — no aliases, fake accounts, or placebo profiles. It’s the cornerstone of ensuring a protected, private membership.
Inclusive and Welcoming
We welcome members of all races, cultures, ethnicity, genders, sexes, sexuality and religions.
Dedicated to Donor-Conceived Families
We proudly advocate for and educate within the donor-conceived community. We encourage children to grow up feeling fully informed, confident and proud of their unique beginnings.
Member-Led, Volunteer-Run
ASMBC is proudly 100% volunteer-operated. Essentially, each volunteer is a solo mother, too.
Featured in Inconceivable
ASMBC is featured in award-winning author Alexandra Collier’s acclaimed memoir Inconceivable.
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Join ASMBC
Whether you have questions, need help getting started, or want to learn more — reach out anytime.
Whether you have questions, need help getting started, or want to learn more — reach out anytime.
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Join us to supportFamilies
We’re proud of who we are, what we’ve built, and the ASMBC Village that continues to grow. Whether you’re at the beginning or well along the way. ASMBC is your community: Your Village. Your Tribe. Your People.
Before You Join
We’ll ask you to:
- Answer all joining questions thoroughly and agree to our rules.
- Provide a real Facebook profile (not a placebo or new account).
- Provide account verification via friend request.
- Remember membership is only for residents of Australia and New Zealand.
- Please understand that our admin team members are volunteers and while we do our best to monitor group activity, we are cannot be held responsible for any advice or personal posts shared by members.
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How Can We
Help You
In addition to overall support we offer connection, advocacy and a strong sense of belonging through.
Peer Support
Real, lived-experience based understanding, guidance and counselling from others who completely understand the path to becoming a Solo Mother By Choice.
Local and National Events
As members of our Facebook community, you have access to a platform designed to help you actively foster and coordinate local connections through more than thirty like-minded sub-groups across Australia and New Zealand. All ASMBC groups are supported by our dedicated, experienced team. Their many members arrange in-person get-togethers, family-friendly events, annual weekends away — and much-loved Christmas parties featuring Santa and holiday cheer.
Activities such as these, plus many others, actively encourage members to enjoy real-life fun well away from the phones and screens that increasingly intrude upon our existence today.
Facebook and Website Community
Our private, meticulously moderated and screened Facebook group is the main hub for all who to come to us.
As one of our more than 4,000 members, you’ll find it a safe, supportive place to connect, ask questions and get meaningful, useful information supported by ready access real-time peer support from people who know exactly what you’re going through.
Up-to-Date Online Resources
Through our website and Facebook community, you can count on us to provide the information, emotional support and advocacy tools to help you through your journey to become a Solo Mother By Choice.
DISCLAIMER: We are a fully volunteer-run organisation. If you find any information on this website you believe is incorrect or needs updating, please let us know at hello@artfam.com.au.
Acknowledgement of Country
ARTFam & ASMBC acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work, and build our families. We pay our respects to the Elders past and present, and we honour the strength, knowledge, and enduring connection that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to family, community, culture and Country.
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