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Why downsizing your home isn’t all bad

When you separate and sell the family home, it’s almost a given that you will move into a smaller home. This is called downsizing. First reaction: Where the hell will I put all my stuff? Second reaction: What will people...

Food

20 Easy meals to bulk cook and freeze

This article about bulk freezer meals was last updated in 2022. Frequently asked question: How can I save money and time in the kitchen? Frequently given answer: Bulk cook and freeze. This is all very well, but you might be...

Travel

Buying a tent: Everything you need to know …

Camping is a great holiday option. Kids love it. It’s reasonably cheap. It gets everyone outdoors. But then there’s the tent … Having the right tent on your camping trip is crucial. It can make the difference between a holiday...

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Household

7 Best eco friendly cleaning products to buy in Australia

This article about eco friendly cleaning products was last updated in 2022. If you like to keep a nice clean home without destroying the planet or burning the skin off your hands, you’ll love our list of eco friendly cleaning...

Children

Which is the best Smart watch for my child?

This article about Smart watches for kids was last updated in 2022. Smart watches 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...

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Household

9 Night lights for kids to have a peaceful sleep

This article about night lights for kids was last updated in 2022. If your child is struggling to settle at night, it may affect the whole family. For this reason, night lights can be a parents dream. They help your...

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Money

Sell used clothes online in Australia: How and where

There are a number if benefits to selling your used clothes online. The most obvious being that you can make money. However, there are important environmental reasons too. Le Prix explains it perfectly here: “Secondhand clothes don’t consume further resources....

Father's Day

How to cope on Father’s Day with an absent dad

Father’s Day for solo parenting single mums it’s like a dreaded national holiday where you’re the designated driver … long, full of people having fun without you, and overshadowed by a craving for excessive amounts of wine. From my experience,...

Family Law

Invaluable advice for self-representing in the family court

The reality is that going to Family Court can be very expensive. Unfortunately, many single mothers who don’t qualify for Legal Aid but who don’t have the financial resources to fund a private lawyer, may find themselves in a situation...