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No-one loves Christmas like us single mums! And birthdays, Halloween and, of course, Mother’s Day. Whatever the occasion, when it comes around, we have you covered with ways to get organised, financially plan, buy gifts and, most importantly, celebrate.

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20 Best kids Halloween costume ideas 2024 (With DIY picks)

Halloween is just around the corner, and the excitement of trick-or-treating is creeping up fast! If you’re anything like most parents, you’re probably on the hunt for some last-minute costume inspiration that won’t take hours to pull off. Don’t hit...

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15 Foods to keep you warm this winter

This article about foods to keep you warm this winter was last updated in 2022. Short of staying tucked up in bed this winter, it can be hard to keep the cold out. If your electrical bills are rocketing and...

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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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24 Gifts for teenage boys that have nothing to do with gaming

This article about gifts for teenage boys was last updated in 2022. Teenage boys can be a real challenge to buy for. And the last thing we want is to encourage them to spend more time gripping a games console...

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How to navigate back to school as a single parent

January is the season of back-to-school expenses. As a single parent, you essentially now have the joys of doing this on a single income with or without help from your ex-partner. I am dedicating this blog to tips on how...

Back to school | Beanstalk Mums

The ultimate back to school guide for busy single mums

Not all superheroes wear capes. However, we do all have a few secret weapons to help us through our lives. My fellow superheroes know that the beginning of the year presents a few challenges which require extra super powers. I...

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Clever gifts to give your child’s teacher this year

Teachers help to inspire and educate future generations. Although, they don’t always get the credit they deserve. To show your child teacher you appreciate all their hard work, consider getting them a gift. Here are some present ideas for your...

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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...

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14 Ways to celebrate your birthday as a single mother

It’s your birthday, YAY! Now, I don’t want to hear any of this “yeah, it’s just another day” stuff. You, wonderful lady, have graced our planet for another year … and that needs celebrating. And if not celebrating, then at...

Say NO to stress this Christmas | Beanstalk Mums

How to say NO to stress this Christmas

For many people, the holidays aren’t a time of joy, excitement or relaxation. Instead, they’re a time of stress, anxiety and trying to ‘get it all in’. If you feel like you can’t wait for your holiday ‘vacation’ to be...

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