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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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Life

3 Proven Wellness Hacks Single Mums Need

Nearly one-quarter of households in the UK and the US are headed by a single parent, with mums leading over 80% of them. This unique role often comes with significant pressure, as research shows single mothers are more than three...

Household

15 Cheap home improvements on a single mum budget

When you’re raising kids on your own, keeping the house looking fresh can slip way down the priority list. But cheap home improvements don’t have to be stressful, complicated or expensive. With a few clever tweaks, you can make meaningful...

Children

Quiet Children: Supporting an Introverted Kid in an Extroverted World

Not all children are loud, gregarious, or quick to speak in a crowd. Some are watchers, thinkers, and quiet explorers. In a world that often equates volume with confidence and participation with worth, an introverted kid can be misunderstood, overlooked,...

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Gifts for Teenage Girls: Cool Ideas They’ll Actually Love

Ever feel like choosing gifts for teenage girls is a whole new level of mystery? When they were little, the options were endless — sparkles, dolls, craft kits, easy wins. But once the teenage years arrived, suddenly it’s all iPhones,...

Birthdays

More Excellent Gift Ideas For Teenage Boys

Ever found yourself staring at a blank gift list, thinking, “What on earth do teenage boys even like these days?” Don’t worry — you’re in very good company. Choosing the right gift ideas for teenage boys can feel like trying...

Christmas

Christmas Stocking Fillers for Boys: Gifts To Make Them Happy

Christmas morning is magical, but what makes it more exciting are the great stocking stuffers tucked inside each sock. But if your kids love a lot of cartoon characters and are into almost everything, choosing gifts can turn into a...

Divorce

How much are divorce costs in Australia?

It’s a simple question, with a reasonably simple answer. How much are divorce costs in Australia? Firstly, and for anyone new to the separation process, you need to know that your divorce is a separate process from your Financial Settlement/Separation....

Self Care

Mind Matters: Why Brain Health Is the New Conversation in Wellness

Australia’s wellness industry is booming — from strength training and skincare to meditation, cold plunges and sleep tracking. As this culture matures, the next frontier is becoming clear: brain health. Alongside movement and nutrition, many people are now asking how...

Household

Upsizing Essentials: Key Considerations to Make Before you Buy

Naturally, upsizing can be difficult for growing families. Alongside homeownership being one of life’s greatest expenses, parents of school-aged children also need to factor in school fees, costs associated with extracurricular activities, and, in some cases, maybe even consider having...