It takes a village to raise a child. But sometimes it could feel like you’re all alone, especially if you’re freshly divorced. You start questioning your life choices. Believe us, separation was the right decision. But still, you will find yourself asking whether that famed “village” is real or just a figment of the Africans’ optimism. Who can you trust to babysit your little one when your boss needs you to go overtime? How do you get adequate child support? Who will listen to you vent when all this single parenting gets overwhelming? Who will talk you out of reconciling with your ki ..read more

Being a single parent is no walk in the park. But it’s also filled with some great benefits, especially Down Under. Here, single mothers are not just getting by; we are thriving in a supportive and vibrant community. If you are new to this, I got you, mumma. I’m a single mum, and in this article, I will list the perks of being a single mother in Australia. I might even tell you what my favourite perk is! Join me as I list the many ways single mamas are rocking it, and I’ll show you why raising kids on your own can be a wonderful journey. Benefits of being a single Mum in Australia 1. Priority ..read more

Most of the time, I would describe myself as happy and fulfilled in my role as a single parent. I live for the daily hugs, the butterfly kisses and the sweet just-before-bedtime snuggles. Coping with loneliness as a single parent is usually not an issue on my radar. I do not fit the misguided stereotype of lonely single mums who are pining for a new boyfriend or husband. Nor do I want to get back together with my ex. You won’t find me in bars frequented by commitment-phobic guys who almost exclusively “date” lonely single mothers. In fact, if you ask my family or friends, the term “l ..read more

Parenting is hard, but parenting through divorce is harder. While dealing with our emotions, we must also help our kids understand and cope with the situation. Thank goodness for a wonderful range of children’s books about divorce and separation that are easily accessible these days to help kids cope. Whether your kids are into colourful picture books or more on-point references, my specially curated list of books is comforting, stigma-free, and provides coping mechanisms. Many of my picks are written by children psychologists or formed from years of research. SEPARATION & DIVORCE BOOKS FO ..read more

There are many do’s and don’ts when parenting through separation. They include minimising the disruption to your children’s routines and protecting them from visible conflict. We must also ensure our kids know how much we love them.  This may seem an obvious point, and one you don’t need reminding of, thank you very much. After all, we all love our kids. But that’s just the point. In the aftermath of a divorce, ‘we’ know the love is still there, but do they? Parental separation can tip a child’s fragile world on an axis. Things they had thought permanent are no longer so. They may ev ..read more

I am prepared to admit that when I became a parent, I had absolutely no idea what I was doing. Then, to have to change gears and become a co-parent … well, let’s just say the verb ‘to fumble’ was prevalent in my life. But like all parents, I went with my instincts and found a way. In the process, I developed a new style of shared parenting, which worked wonders for my family. I call it complementary co-parenting. Our parenting setup My situation was this: My ex-husband and I cared for our young daughters with a 50/50 arrangement. He (my ex) was a good, hands-on dad. Our girls effortlessly wrap ..read more

Best money budget apps to help mums save money Many single mothers use their smartphones every day for various tasks. From checking emails to browsing social media to grocery shopping online, there are plenty of tasks to juggle on the go. However, you may not realise that there is a wealth of apps that you can leverage to help keep your family finances in check, too. Although budgeting may seem like another time-consuming chore, apps have made this task much easier and less stressful. Your financial health can now be controlled literally from the palm of your hand, so why not make the most of ..read more

One of the biggest challenges of being a single mum is the financial impact. Even so, it can be the last thing on your mind as you navigate the murky waters of a break-up. For many, it’s not until later that the financial implications hit home. You wake up and wonder where the money is going. And then we need all the money-saving tips we can find! According to a survey by Raising Children: “Single mums have 47% less disposable income than coupled families.” Mildly worrying? Or a reason to get proactive to make more money and to save more of what we make? Wouldn’t it be nice to have mone ..read more

Single parents have it tough balancing work and looking after their kids alone. Finding gigs with part-time hours or flexible schedules is key for Mamas juggling childcare and job duties. The best jobs offer a steady income and have flexible hours for handling family stuff. You might need to do some retraining, but it will be worth it. You might even find one that’ll let you work from home! Let’s look at the best flexible jobs for single mums.  Best flexible jobs for single mums  Uber driver Uber tops my list because it saved me when I was looking for a job. Drivers only need a ..read more

Getting a divorce is one of the most stressful life events you can experience. Trying to reach an agreement that has the least impact on your children can be tricky, especially if the separation is not particularly amicable. Many divorcing and separating couples use mediation as an alternative to resolve problems without going to court. Even if you think things have gone too far, mediation can help with high-conflict separations. Family mediation might not be the first solution that comes to mind, but it’s often the best one. It can significantly reduce the stress of divorcing, allowing you to ..read more