Grey Rock 101: How to Respond When Your Ex Pushes Your Buttons

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If you’re co-parenting with someone who seems to thrive on drama, you’ve probably discovered how exhausting it can be. The constant digs, the passive-aggressive texts, the last-minute changes… It’s like they always know how to push your buttons.

Enter the grey rock method – a simple, powerful strategy that can help you stop fueling the fire and protect your peace.Continue Reading →

How to Make 2026 Your Thriving Year – Starting with 5 Simple Habits

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January isn’t about making resolutions you’ll forget by February. It’s about creating habits that support you not just for a month, but for the entire year ahead, and even beyond! As a single mum, you’ve already got enough on your plate. That’s why these five simple habits are designed to give you energy, clarity, and confidence, without adding more stress. Here’s how to make 2026 your thriving year.Continue Reading →

Your Pep Talk for Christmas Morning

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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 New Single Mum: Here’s What I’d Tell You

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Having Sebastian this year really brought me back to what life was like when my daughter was the same age. Her dad and I had split up when she was a newborn and having an infant again, this time as a partner, was a HUGE point of reflection for me.

It really got me thinking… what would I say to that version of myself, knowing what I know now? What would I do differently if I could go back?

Here are five things I’d do differently if I was a single mum at the beginning again.Continue Reading →

How to Deal with Heartbreak: Finding Strength in the Struggle

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Heartbreak is one of life’s most challenging experiences, especially when you are parenting at the same time. It’s okay to feel hurt, angry, or even lost for a while – these feelings are part of the healing process. But there are steps you can take to begin moving forward with grace and strength.

Here are some thoughts on how to deal with heartbreak and begin your journey toward healing.Continue Reading →