Beanstalk Single Mum Team

Beanstalk is run by a team of single mums who share their expertise about single motherhood to help other women on a similar journey to them. This article was written from experience and with love to help single mothers in Australia and across the world.

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Smart Flooring Decisions for a Beautiful Home

When you’ve got kids running around (or crawling, or spilling things), choosing the right flooring becomes less about Pinterest perfection and more about what can survive daily life. I remember standing in a showroom, completely overwhelmed by samples—tiles, carpet, timber,...

Life

A Kinder Way for Single Mums to Stay Frugal

There’s a point when frugal living can feel like a second job. You’re meal-prepping, price-matching, refilling hand soap bottles, and sewing up torn seams on school uniforms after midnight. You’re not splurging—yet somehow, the pressure to be endlessly resourceful and...

Life

How to Plan Memorable Celebrations Using Safe and Fun Party Essentials

Celebrations with children can sometimes be… let’s say, a joyful chaos. Regardless of whether you’re planning a first birthday, baby shower or neighbourhood event, the goal is quite simple: to create warm memories without any undue stress. One of the...

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5 Tips to find reliable babysitters for your children

Wouldn’t it be nice to call on Mary Poppins or the Babysitter Club to look after our precious cherubs? Unfortunately, with the age of social media and the perception that ‘millennial babysitters’ are distracted and neglectful, it’s easy to get...

Children

I Let My Kids Control the Budget! Here’s What Happened

By a very trusting (and slightly nervous) single mum They say kids need to learn about money early. I just didn’t think I’d be learning from them. Last week, I handed over the family budget to my three little CFOs,...

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Why Quick Action Is Critical in Water Damage Restoration

Water damage isn’t something you ever really expect until it happens. As a single mum, I don’t have the luxury of waiting around when things go wrong at home. I remember the panic when a pipe burst under the kitchen...

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The Snack Mistake That’s Quietly Sabotaging Your Energy Levels

You know that drained feeling that hits in the late morning or sometimes after lunch? Your brain slows down, your concentration slips, and your body just feels flat. The quick fix? Most people grab a snack — and often reach...

Self Care

Why We Love Minimalist Style That Feels Powerful

Minimalist style gets a bad rap—people assume it’s plain or a bit too safe. But honestly, when it’s done right, it’s one of the most polished, powerful ways to dress. As a single mum, I don’t have hours to faff...

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Reclaim Your Look: Free Way To Rebuild Confidence After Divorce

The aftermath of a divorce can feel like a whirlwind, especially when you’re juggling everything solo. Between school lunches, late-night laundry, and keeping it all together for the kids, it’s easy to lose sight of yourself. Suddenly, you’re in this...