Diary of a Thriving Mum

It’s been over a month since I started writing on this blog. At first, I planned to keep it my little secret—a safe space just for me. But tonight, a thought hit me: how can I make an impact if I’m hiding? What message am I truly sending if I stay in the shadows?

So, here I am. This is me stepping into the light I was created to shine. This is me embracing audacity because, honestly, anything less just won’t do.

My name is Ife Grace Odelana, and I’m the author of The Diary of a Single Mum. What started as my personal note to self has grown into something I want to share with other women who’ve found themselves in similar shoes.

The pain I’ve experienced doesn’t define me—it has shaped me, refined me, and built me into someone different. I’m not who I used to be, and every day, I’m discovering this incredible, loving, and strong woman that I’m becoming.

I don’t know what the future holds for this blog, but I know this: if it touches just one life, if it helps even one person feel seen, heard, or supported, then every word I write will have been worth it.

The pain and hurt I’ve endured can’t stop with me; it must become a tool for healing, growth, and connection. Maybe one day, I’ll share my full story, but for now, welcome to my open diary. I hope and pray it inspires and impacts you in a meaningful way.

With love,
Ife