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The single mother household needs to run like clockwork! Get guidance on organisation, cleaning tips, time management and meal planning. We then dig deeper into DIY, home maintenance, eco-friendly practices, and creating a safe, happy home environment.

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Financial Planning for Single Mums: How to Stand on Your Own Two Feet

Financial Planning for Single Mums: Smart Money Moves for Single Parents There’s a moment after separation that I like to call the financial fog. It’s when you realise you’re now the CFO of your household…and you didn’t exactly apply for...

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Your guide to buying a robot vacuum

This article about robot vacuums was last updated in 2022. Robot vacuums are becoming hugely popular, and with good reason. Who doesn’t want to designate one of lives most tedious household chores to a trusty electronic gadget that does a...

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Quick guide to feeling safe in your home as a single mum

Do you sometimes feel on edge when alone in your home, or with just your children? You are not the only one. When you hear an unusual noise halfway through the night and there’s no one next to you to...

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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...

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10 Super cool bedroom ideas for young boys

Looking to decorate your little boy’s bedroom? It’s gonna be fun as there are some really great design ideas out there, whatever your little man is into … and they don’t have to cost the earth. Get inspired with our...

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10 Hacks to get the housework done faster

Housework. No one really likes it do they? And, with kids, the fruits of your labour can be so short-lived. What if we were to tell you that you could clean your home to a sparkling standard in a fraction...

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8 Reasons why a good routine can change your life

If you, like me, have a lot of routine in your life, then you’ll understand why it is so damn effective. We often associate the need for routine with having young children. Let’s face it, raising our little ones without...

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5 Things you should consider before getting a family dog

Having a family dog will bring you and your family members lots of joy, but that doesn’t mean you should get a four-legged friend without giving the idea some serious thought first. Since the pandemic began, it seems like more...

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10 Ways to keep your kids safe online

It’s no secret that children are getting a lot of screen time these days. With many lessons and extracurriculars moving online during the pandemic, some of that is out of our control. But as parents, there are a few internet...

How to make your kids sleep well | Beanstalk Mums

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How to help your kids sleep well

The age-old question of how to make your kids sleep well? I get asked it on almost a daily basis. Unfortunately, most kids missed the memo about how great a sleep-in is. Oh, how we all dream of those lazy...