Beanstalk Mums is a warm, practical corner of the internet for single mums. We share real-life advice, helpful tools, and a kind community so you feel less alone, more informed, and quietly confident about your next steps.
Our story
Founded by Lucy Good
Beanstalk Mums began with a simple idea from founder Lucy Good: a place where single mums could find straight-up information and genuine support without judgement. What started as one mum’s passion grew into a much-loved platform of articles, resources, and community—proof that when mums back each other, beautiful things grow.
Now owned by Elle Sitek
Today, Beanstalk Mums is cared for by Elle Sitek, a single-mum counsellor and coach who’s walked this road herself. Elle brings a calm, caring voice and a practical mindset—keeping the heart of Lucy’s vision while expanding helpful offerings for everyday life, from money and home to wellbeing and parenting.
Why “Beanstalk Mums”?
Think of the magic beanstalk: a tiny handful of beans, planted with hope, becomes a sky-high ladder of possibility.
That’s our spirit.
- From the ground up: we honour where you’re starting.
- Growth, step by step: small actions add up.
- Opportunity: we help you spot it—and reach it.
- Making our own luck: with community, knowledge, and courage, a couple of “measly beans” can take you from the bottom to the skies.
What you’ll find
Helpful Articles & Guides
Real-world advice on co-parenting, finances, home life, legal basics, and more.
Podcast & Stories
Honest chats with experts and mums who get it.
Service Directory
Values-aligned businesses that support single mums.
Freebies & Tools
Checklists, worksheets, and little boosts you can print or save.
(Looking for 1:1 support? Elle also runs our sister brand, Single Mama Way, for counselling and gentle programmes.)
Our values
- Respect: every mum’s path is different—and valid.
- Clarity: no jargon, no guilt, just useful help.
- Strength in softness: support isn’t weakness; it’s how we keep going.
- Community care: we rise higher when we lift together.
- Integrity: advice you can trust, partnerships that pass the sniff test.
Meet the team
Elle Sitek — Owner
A counsellor, coach, and single mum, Elle believes tiny, doable steps change everything. She stewards the platform with compassion, clear information, and a steady belief in mums finding their feet—and their spark.
Margaret — Social Media Queen
Maggie is a single mum and the heart behind Not Just A Mum. She shows up as herself—warm, honest, and a little cheeky—sharing small wins, real-life tips, and moments that remind mums they’re doing beautifully, even on the tough days.
Gilliane, Megan & Cedie — Team of talented writers
The original seed-planter. Lucy created Beanstalk Mums to turn isolation into connection and guesswork into guidance. Her legacy is a community that champions practical hope.
