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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15 Baby Shower Gift Ideas to Melt the Heart

This article about baby shower gift ideas was last updated in 2025. Baby showers are getting more and more popular. They are a great way to celebrate an imminent birth, to get together with friends (before mum-to-be is too tired!)...

Children

Which is the best smartwatch for my child?

A smartwatch can be especially handy (excuse the pun) for kids. If you’re going to pay for them to have a smart device, knowing it is safely attached to their wrist is a good option. When it comes to choosing...

Food

Cooking for one: Tips to make it delectable & fun

As a single mother, you’re possibly more focused on baking for a brood than cooking for one. Yet, if the kids are with their dad, it could be just you who needs feeding. Do you ever find yourself standing flummoxed...

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Winter

Easy winter desserts to keep out the cold

One of the best parts of winter is tucking into a warm dessert. In fact, many families who don’t usually “do dessert” will make an exception on a cold winter’s evening. We’ve been researching (while drooling) to find the best...

Self Care

Asking for help as a single mum: Why, how and where.

Being a single mum is a fiercely independent role. Many of us have lost trust in others and genuinely feel it’s easier to do everything ourselves. However, showing vulnerability and asking for help as a single mum is an act...

Household

Simple Time Saving Cleaning Tips for Your Home

As someone who loves a tidy home but hates spending all my free time cleaning it, I’ve become quite the expert at finding time saving cleaning tips. After all, who wants to spend their precious hours scrubbing and dusting when...

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What Are The Psychological Effects Of Being A Single Mother?

When I became a single mother, I realised that it comes with an immense set of challenges—mentally, emotionally, and physically. It’s a role that requires resilience, patience, and a constant balancing act. Many single mothers struggle with feelings of guilt,...

Valentine’s Day

Things to do with your kids on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is meant to be all about love… and let’s be honest, no one loves quite as fiercely (or as loudly) as our little humans. I adore my children more than chocolate, sleep-ins, or a quiet cup of tea...

Back To School

10 Simple Back to School Tips for Separated Parents

Getting organised for back-to-school is like a military operation, especially if you have more than one child. So, if you co-parent with your children’s father, you are forgiven for feeling a tad overwhelmed. Getting the school routine right for children...