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Staying healthy as a single mum is paramount. Get targeted information on women’s wellness around mental and physical health. More specifically we talk all things nutrition, fitness, self-care, mindfulness, sleep hygiene, stress management and hormonal health.

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Painful periods? 7 Best Natural Remedies for Period Cramps

No doubt you have gone through life being told that period problems like painful cramps and horrible mood swings are normal, right? Maybe you’ve been told that they’re something that women ‘just have to deal with’? You would’ve thought you...

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The sick single mum survival guide

Getting sick sucks. Getting sick when you’re a single mum sucks even more. With little people relying on you to keep going and keep smiling, taking time out to heal can be almost impossible. But there are things you can...

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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...

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7 Ways to get rid of dark bags under your eyes

Are you starting to notice dark bags under your eyes whenever you look in the mirror? And, most alarmingly, they seem to be getting bigger and darker by the day! You are not alone? Having darkened, hollow-looking circles under your...

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How to talk to your teen about birth control

When your teenager comes up to you asking: “When should I start birth control?“, it’s normal to feel a little intimidated. But having this conversation with your teen is so important because it can help keep her safer if she...

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Am I drinking too much? And what next if I am?

What is your relationship with alcohol? Can you take it or leave it? Or do you love your wine a little too much and are finding it harder to stop? If you resonate with the latter, you are not alone....

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OMG … Am I drinking too much?

That short sentence was something I used to ask myself daily. 5 words that deep down I already knew the answer to. “Am I drinking too much?” “Yes” I thought … “But what else is there?” If I wasn’t thinking...

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Choosing private health insurance for a single parent family

Do you find private health insurance baffling? If so, you are not alone. I mean, do we really need it? And if so, where do we start? There are soooo many different options in terms of what to get covered...

Sex

Which contraception is right for me?

With so many different contraception methods available, it can be difficult to know which one you should use. Let’s explore the different options, the benefits, risks and effectiveness, so you can make the best decision for you. Hormonal contraceptives Oral...

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Yes, you can eat healthily on a budget

Do you long for a healthily way of life, but struggle to implement it into your crazy-busy single mum world? Are you concerned about the cost of a healthy diet and the other paraphernalia it involves, such as supplements and...