It’s starting to feel a lot like Christmas as advertisers ramp up their campaigns and subject us to images of perfect families enjoying perfect festive celebrations. As a single parent, it’s not unusual to feel twinges of anxiety around this...
40 Best gift ideas for her
Finding the perfect gift for the ladies in your life can feel a little tricky, right? I remember last year, I spent hours searching for something thoughtful for my sister’s birthday, only to realise that the best gifts are the...
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Why Single Mums Are the Remarkable Superheroes of Today
Let’s be honest. The life of a single mum can be peppered with self-doubt. Constantly worrying if you’re a good mum or not. Whether you’re doing everything right, it saps your strength. Sort of like Superman’s Kryptonite. Sort of like...
Period talk: helping your child handle menstruation and puberty
Oh, the period talk. Are you ever ready to discuss menstruation with your child? Luckily (or unluckily, it depends on who you ask!), my kids have been brought up with the ‘Period Talk’ since they were about 8 and 10,...
17 Gifts for teachers which they’ll actually really like
It’s the end of the school year and Christmas to boot, so we all know what that means … gifts for teachers (and don’t forget childcare). Not only is this a tradition, but it’s a good way to teach children...
Ultimate Halloween Decorations for You (Plus easy DIY ideas)
Are you ready to get spooky at home? I know I am! Every year, my kids and I absolutely love putting up Halloween decorations, and it’s one of our favourite parts of the season. We make it fun and easy,...
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Pick the right vibrator: Beginner guide to buying the perfect sex toy 2025
Buying a vibrator for the first time can be a little awkward, even embarrassing. But don’t let that put you off. It’s also lots of fun. Even if you are a sex toy novice, the rest of the world is...
10 Tips on how to get and stay motivated
Motivation … It can be as elusive as the television remote. And, once found, it can all too easily slip away again. That’s why as a crazy-busy single mum, it’s essential to have a few instant inspiration-inducing ideas to hand....
Dating someone with kids: New relationship tips post-divorce
Do you remember the heady days of dating before you had kids? When the biggest worry was what perfume to wear and how much cleavage to show? Well, scratch all that. If you are dating with kids, it’s a whole...