Money

From budgeting, saving, financial planning, debt management and financial literacy, our ‘money’ category has it all. Learn to make ends meet by accessing government benefits for single mums. And plan your future with professional advice on financial goal setting.

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Money saving tips for single mums: 21 ways to save money

One of the biggest challenges of being a single mum is the financial impact. Even so, it can be the last thing on your mind as you navigate the murky waters of a break-up. For many, it’s not until later...

Health

The health insurance checklist all mums need to know

Let’s face it, health insurance bills have a big impact on the household budget and when you’re living on a single income, it’s even more difficult to stay on top of everyday expenses. Unfortunately, some health insurance premiums are going...

Money

The best things in life are free … or are they?

One of the most talked-about realities when becoming a parent is the importance of budgeting. This rings even truer when you’re a single mum trying to juggle being parenthood, a full-time job and the remote possibility of a social life....

Children

How to plan a fun, affordable kid’s birthday party

As your child’s birthday looms, anticipation and excitement fills the air. In my experience, children start planning their parties about five months in advance! By the time the big day (complete with expectations) approaches you may feel more party-pooper than...

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How to adjust to a change of income when you separate

How to adjust to a change of income when you separate As a family unit you will have become accustomed to a certain lifestyle. When you separate and split your assets, this always changes. As a single parent you have...

Children

How to teach your children about money

This article about teaching kids about money was last updated in 2022. Have you ever wondered how to teach your children about money? Lessons about money should be taught at school. How to understand it, value it, save it, make...

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What benefits am I entitled to as a single mum?

For single parents, day-to-day living can be tough. In addition to the stress of separation there may be a significant reduction to the household income. Because of this, people will often stay in an unhappy relationship for financial reasons. So...

Children

How to do pocket money for your kids the right way

Are you a pocket money kinda mum, or not? Most parents give their children pocket money at some stage. But there’s definitely strong feelings amongst the masses as to when to give pocket money, how much to give and whether...

Children

Braces for your child: Why, when and how much

This article about braces for your child was last updated in 2022. Cosmetic dentistry is not all about vanity, but is crucial to our health and wellbeing too. There is a right time to reduce the impact on the patient...

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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?...