Sally Love

Sally Love is a pseudo single mum author who has been writing about single motherhood, separation and divorce for 8+ years. She has been a single mother for 10+ years and has two daughters, one of whom she co-parents and the other she solo parents. Sally has experienced all aspects of single motherhood from legal, financial, parenting, dating, travel as a single parent, re-partnering and re-building a career. She is an integral part of the Beanstalk community chatting and helping single mothers across the globe, as well as sharing her expertise, experiences and genuine reviews with major national newspapers and appearing on nation-wide television shows.

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Healing

Support for single mothers: A complete guide

This article about support for single mothers was last updated in 2025. The single mother journey is often long and complex. For me, it’s been a whirlwind of challenges, from managing finances to finding reliable child care. I’ve learned where...

Splitting up

Reasons Why Child Support May Not Be Right For You

Child Support. You either love it or you hate it. Even if you are on the receiving end of child support, it can be confusing, unreliable and conflictual. There are some cases in which it works perfectly, allowing parents to...

Back To School

The Best student laptop for 2025: Your ultimate guide

Most schools in Australia require high school students to bring your own device (BYOD). In other words: They are going to need a student laptop. (I mean, no matter how awesome is the build quality, they can’t possibly bring your...

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8 Useful tips for preparing your child for school

Education is a huge part of raising children, and traditional schools can help develop different skills. Preparing your child for school in public or co-ed private schools can be daunting for parents, especially if they go to their first day...

Career

Single mums in business: How to start a side hustle

Being a single mum is no easy feat. Between parenting duties, managing finances, and trying to find precious time for yourself, the idea of starting a business can seem like a lot of work. But what if I told you...

Travel

10 Tips on How to Bag a Cheap Family Holiday

Following the pandemic, travel demand is super high. But there are ways to get travel deals so you can create memories without draining your wallet. I am a single mum on one income, and the minute the borders opened, we...

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Friend Finder: The Best Apps to Make Friends 2025

There are many reasons why, as an adult, you might need to make new friends. That’s where friendship, otherwise known as Friend Finder apps, come to the rescue! I am a single mum of two teenage daughters. I lost some of...

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Explore Volunteering Its Good For Improved Mental Health

Volunteering doesn’t just make a difference in others’ lives. It can transform your own, too. In this article, we’ll dive into the powerful mental health benefits of volunteering. We’ll explore how giving back to your community can give you a...

Travel

7 Best budget-friendly solo travel ideas for women 2025

Have you ever caught yourself staring at your old travel photos while trying to prevent a Lego disaster in your living room, wishing you could take a break for a day or two? The idea of sneaking away for a well-deserved...