Christmas morning. For some, it’s picture-perfect – matching pyjamas, laughter, presents under the tree, and a family gathered around the table. For others, especially single mums, it can look and feel very different.
Maybe the kids aren’t with you this year. Maybe you’re juggling family tensions, finances stretched thin, or carrying the weight of doing it all on your own. Maybe you’re just exhausted.
If that’s you, this is your Christmas morning pep talk.Continue Reading →
Dear Santa,
It’s been… well, a year.
A year of juggling school runs, saturday sports, nappy changes, work, trying to keep everyone happy, late-night laundry, unexpected bills, and the occasional cry in the supermarket car park.
And before you ask, yes – I’ve tried to be good.
Not perfect. Not “Pinterest mum” good. But the kind of good that means my kids feel loved, safe, and seen – even when dinner was Weet-Bix and bedtime was late.
So this year, instead of asking for shiny new appliances or diamond earrings (though, if you’re offering…), here’s my real wish list…Continue Reading →
Christmas can be one of the most magical times of the year. However, if you’re co-parenting, it can also be one of the most stressful experiences. Between navigating shared custody, organising holiday handovers, and managing your own emotions, it can feel like a pressure cooker waiting to explode.
If this is your first Christmas as a single mum, or even if you’ve been doing it for years, know this: you’re not alone. Many mums feel the weight of wanting to “make it perfect” for their kids while also dealing with the reality of negotiating with an ex who may not make things easy.
Here are six practical ways to cope and even find peace during the holiday season.Continue Reading →
Mother’s Day is a time to honour all mothers, but single mums, in particular, deserve a special spotlight. The journey of single motherhood is filled with unique challenges, responsibilities, and wins that often go unnoticed. For single mothers, Mother’s Day can bring a mix of emotions, as they may not have a partner to orchestrate the celebrations or lend a hand with the day’s responsibilities. Despite the hardships, single mums show up every day with strength, resilience, and deep love for their children. It’s essential to celebrate not only on Mother’s Day but to also acknowledge and uplift single mums all year round.
In this post, we dive into why celebrating single mums matters, sharing some affirmations to honour their journey, and providing a few tips on how single mums can let go of societal expectations to embrace their unique motherhood journey fully.Continue Reading →
As the new year rolls in, it’s easy to find ourselves caught up in the glossy images of perfect families that flood our social media feeds. Everyone seems to be celebrating together, with matching pyjamas, smiling children, and sparkling decorations. It’s the picture-perfect scene that society often tells us is the ultimate goal. But for many single mums, this image can bring up feelings of inadequacy, loss, or even failure.
But here’s the truth: Life doesn’t have to look like a Hallmark card to be meaningful, fulfilling, and joyful. Letting go of the perfect family fantasy is one of the most liberating and empowering things you can do for yourself and your children. This year, instead of chasing after an ideal that might never exist, embrace your new reality with open arms. Here’s how you can start.Continue Reading →