Life

Our life category covers everything practical for the modern-day single mum. We talk money, household, travel, shopping, and all things seasonal (Christmas, Halloween etc). As well as expert articles to help you prosper through your career and property.

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Mother's Day

75+ Gift ideas for Mother’s Day

Are you struggling with gift ideas for Mother’s Day? Say no more! We’ve had an incredible rummaging around and have come up with over 75 present suggestions that the queen in your life deserves. Get inspired and treat your Mum...

Christmas

Christmas cooking for kids that actually works

Your kids want to do some Christmas cooking, so why the hell not? Cue: Images of yourself and your beloved children laughing and bonding as you produce delicious, Pinterest-worthy treats. Yet, with so many online recipes at our fingertips, many...

Christmas

What to do if you’re alone with your kids on Christmas Day

I’m a single mum who’s spent the last two Christmases alone with my kids. I know how daunting it can be to face Christmas Day without family or friends, especially when you’re worried about making the day special for your...

Christmas

Yes, Santa knows mum and dad are divorced

The holiday season is a time of joy, wonder, and cherished family traditions. As a parent navigating the complex terrain of divorce, ensuring my children’s happiness during this time can be especially challenging. One common concern that often arises is...

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Christmas

Co-parenting at Christmas: How to make it work

Christmas can be the most wonderful time of the year, or the hardest. And for many, it comes down to family. For this reason, co-parenting at Christmas can be the most fiddly festivities of all. This might be your first...

Christmas

5 Tips to stop your narcissistic ex ruining Christmas

For many, the holidays are a time of joy, cheer and family. For some, especially when you’ve got an ex-husband prone to rage when he doesn’t get his way, not so much. The reason why narcissists love creating chaos during...

Christmas

10 Classic kids Christmas movies to watch every year

With so many Christmas movies hitting our screens each year, it can be hard to choose one which your whole family will love. In our home, there are certain movies that it wouldn’t be Christmas without … a couple of...

Christmas

22 Homemade Christmas gift ideas that are easy to make

There’s a lot to be said for a beautiful homemade gift. Especially this coming Christmas when the cost of living is exceptionally high and budgets are tighter than ever. Not only do homemade gifts make thoughtful presents, but they can...

Christmas

Choosing the right phone for your child this Christmas (2023)

Australia is a nation addicted to mobile phones, and that includes Aussie children. The Australian Communications and Media Authority’s Kids and mobiles interactive report shows that: “Almost half (48%) of children aged 6-13 now own or use a mobile phone,...

Household

7 Great meal planning apps for families

Do you often find yourself staring into a half empty fridge desperate for inspiration on what to cook for dinner? Join the club. If so, you’re gonna love these meal planning apps! There are so many advantages to meal planning...