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There are unique challenges for single mother’s parenting children of divorce and separation. Learn how to raise happy, healthy, well-balanced kids who thrive and grow within a separated family unit. From babies to teens, we cover it all in this category.

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What Are Age-Appropriate Chores: The Ultimate List

“It’s the summer break, and my 6-year-old is bored out of his wits.” If you can relate to this, there is one simple solution to your dilemma. Give him something to do. But the million-dollar question is, what age-appropriate chores...

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Signs of Teen Substance Abuse: How to Spot the 10 Red Flags

When it comes to raising teenagers, few questions feel as heavy as “Is my teen taking drugs?” Recognising the signs of teen substance abuse early can make all the difference in helping your child before things escalate. It’s a confronting...

Mother, grandmother, and child painting Easter eggs together at home – fun spring activities for kids, creative crafts, and family bonding.

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Best Spring Activities for Kids:Fun, Simple, and Screen-Free

Spring can feel like a real breath of fresh air after long days of being cooped up inside. The warmer weather, lighter evenings, and bursts of colour are an invitation to slow down, step outside, and enjoy simple spring activities...

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Instil a Love of Reading in Your Kids During Book Week

There’s something magical about when your little one reaches for a book instead of a toy. As a single mum, I’ve spent the past decade juggling deadlines with dinnertime, always carving out a slice of the day for story time....

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5 Tips to find reliable babysitters for your children

Wouldn’t it be nice to call on Mary Poppins or the Babysitter Club to look after our precious cherubs? Unfortunately, with the age of social media and the perception that ‘millennial babysitters’ are distracted and neglectful, it’s easy to get...

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I Let My Kids Control the Budget! Here’s What Happened

By a very trusting (and slightly nervous) single mum They say kids need to learn about money early. I just didn’t think I’d be learning from them. Last week, I handed over the family budget to my three little CFOs,...

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

As your child’s birthday looms, anticipation and excitement fill 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 Teach Kids About Money (Without the Lectures!)

Wondering how to teach kids about money without making it boring for them or overwhelming for you? Grab a cuppa and read on. If there’s one life skill I wish I learned younger, it’s how to manage money. As a...

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How EdTech Toys Are Teaching Kids While They Play

In homes and classrooms across the globe, educational toys are getting smarter. These aren’t the alphabet blocks or wind-up dinosaurs of decades past. Today’s EdTech toys are connected, sensor-packed, and software-powered. They promise to turn screen time into learning time,...

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