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22 Homemade Christmas gift ideas that are easy to make

There’s a lot to be said for a beautiful homemade gift. Especially this coming Christmas when the cost of living is exceptionally high and budgets are tighter than ever. Not only do homemade gifts make thoughtful presents, but they can...

Christmas

12 Hilarious Christmas gifts for your ex (2023)

If you’re on good terms with your ex this Christmas, where’s the harm in giving him a little gift? Christmas is a great time to try something new or hand out the olive branch with a thoughtful gesture of goodwill....

Christmas

Choosing the right phone for your child this Christmas (2023)

Australia is a nation addicted to mobile phones, and that includes Aussie children. The Australian Communications and Media Authority’s Kids and mobiles interactive report shows that: “Almost half (48%) of children aged 6-13 now own or use a mobile phone,...

Children

Yes, you can get your kids to play board games, here is how

Are you on an eternal quest to entice your kids to play board games and take a break from the screen-induced trance? I’m that mum who convinced my kids that board games are cooler than video games (most of the...

Travel

15 Essential tips for planning a stress-free single parent holiday

If you’ve ever been on holiday with your little rascals, you know it’s less of a relaxing getaway and more of a high-stakes adventure. As a battle-hardened solo parent with my fair share of vacation victories and “this can’t possibly...

Shared parenting

Why parallel parenting could be the answer to shared parenting

Navigating the intricate dance of shared care arrangements with an ex-partner can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. Been there, dropped that! But guess what? I stumbled upon a game-changer: parallel parenting. If you’ve been desperately trying...

Christmas

How mums can prepare financially for Christmas right now

How mums can prepare financially for Christmas right now. Being a single parent can have its challenges at any time of the year, but in the lead up to the school holidays and the festive season, those challenges can seem...

Career

Tips for embracing college as a single mum

The college journey is a challenging journey, experience for single mums. You will need to strike a balance between the dual roles of a student and parent. It is an act that demands determination, adaptability, and an unwavering spirit. In...

Household

7 Great meal planning apps for families

Do you often find yourself staring into a half empty fridge desperate for inspiration on what to cook for dinner? Join the club. If so, you’re gonna love these meal planning apps! There are so many advantages to meal planning...