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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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Brilliant time management tips for busy single mums

If you were to Google the words ‘time management’ you would find heaps of search results about time management relating to work. Yet time management isn’t only important in the business world. It’s important in all areas of our lives...

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Dreamcatchers for kids: Love, make, buy

This article about dream catchers for kids was last updated in 2022. Dream catchers are beautiful, they are also very cool and have lots of meaning. Come on … haven’t we all owned a dream catcher at some point? Well,...

10 Cool bedroom ideas for young boys | Beanstalk Mums

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10 Super cool bedroom ideas for young boys

Looking to decorate your little boys 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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The Best home spray tan machines of 2025

Spray tan machines are becoming a household beauty item, and with good reason. Used sensibly, they are way more preferable than laying in the sun for hours which has huge health risks attached. Instead, you can get a natural-looking tan quickly...

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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...

Children

An easy guide to age appropriate chores for children

Most children are given chores to do. However, depending on our parenting style, the nature of the chores and at what age we give them, varies hugely. We are guided by our own work ethics, our lifestyles and the necessity...

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10 Ludicrously easy ways to save money on groceries

One of the biggest challenges of being a single mum is living on one income. For this reason, saving money on regular outgoings, such as grocery shopping, can make a massive difference to your household budget. To get you started...

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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...