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Empowering book for after divorce or separation

12 Empowering books for after divorce or separation 2024

Going through a family break-up is a hectic time. When the dust has finally settled, you might find yourself feeling understandably overwhelmed, tied and deflated. We get it … and are here to help! A few firm words from within...

Friendship

Why single parent support groups will enlighten your life

Many years ago, when I separated from my ex, I went through various emotions: I would have done anything to stumble across some single parent support groups. Until a couple of years ago, I felt like I was walking through...

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. But showing vulnerability and asking for support as a single mum is an act...

Healing

10 Domestic violence charities to get help in Australia

If you are a woman in Australia experiencing any form of domestic violence, know that you are not alone. Amidst the shadows, there shines a glimmer of hope in the form of dedicated domestic violence charities that provide crucial support...

Household

15 Brilliant charities that help single mothers

We are very lucky here in Australia to have lots of brilliant charities that we can reach out to during our times of struggle. Many of them have plenty to offer us single mothers. Whether you are in need of...

Podcast

How giving to charity at Christmas can really help your kids

We can hardly be blamed for getting caught up in consumerism at Christmas. It is everywhere! We are constantly encouraged to buy more, to eat more, and to keep up with everyone around us. Quite frankly, it’s exhausting. Are you...

Podcast

Receive and give support as a single mum this Christmas

Christmas can be a particularly hard time for many single mothers. We feel pressured to create a picture-perfect Christmas for our kids, complete with stereotypical family and presents galore. Is it any wonder that we experience more Christmas-fear than Christmas-cheer?...

Loneliness single parent | Beanstalk Mums

Healing

Why single mums can feel like the loneliest people on earth

If you’re doing the ‘single mum thing’ you’ll know that it is hectic. Juggling kids/work/house is a full time job and more. You struggle to find a moments peace … even sitting on the toilet. For anyone looking in, the...

Parenting village | Beanstalk Single Mums

Friendship

How to find your parenting village

We weren’t designed to do parenting alone and that is why being a single mum is the hardest thing you will ever do. At 21, I was a single mother living on the pension, who had to go bankrupt. While...