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2 weeks ago | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
Is my teen taking drugs? One of the worst mistakes you can make when parenting a teen is to hide your head in the sand when it comes to drugs. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare:“24% of young people aged 14–24 engaged in illicit use of drugs (including non-medical use of pharmaceuticals).”Instead, know the facts, get educated and hope that you never need what you learn. In this article, we take you through some signs that your child might be using drugs.
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4 weeks ago | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
Financial planning for single mothers, don't you wish there was some sort of crash course for it? I did!I became a single mum when my daughter was two. We were trying to survive on a single income. I had no idea how to manage my finances or where to get help. I remember crying outside Centrelink, panicking over school fees, and many nights spent on a spreadsheet trying to figure out how much money was going where.
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1 month ago | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
If you are too scared to put yourself out there and date again, then you’re missing out on endless opportunities for connection, companionship and/or love. And that is no good because we all deserve a shot at meaningful relationships, which make us feel good about ourselves. As someone who was terrified of dating for six long years, I hate to see other people suffer the way I did. I only wish I had taken action sooner to break through the fear and date again.
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2 months ago | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
How do you prevent lice and nits? That is the question. If you're a mum of an active kid, chances are you have already had that dreaded moment—the note from school, frantic head scratching, and the sinking realisation your child has head lice. Trust me, I've been there! Head lice and nits are a common childhood nuisance, but they're totally manageable with the right approach.
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2 months ago | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
One of the best things about being single is designing your bedroom just the way you want it to be, whether it’s classy, cosy, cluttered, or cherry blossom pink. The. Choice. Is. Yours. Yet, with heaps of colours, patterns, textures, and designs available, which one best suits your personality and needs? Get comfy, relax and enjoy our list of gorgeous bedroom ideas for the classy (or not so classy) single lady. Further reading: 7 Exciting interior design trends that will shape our space this year.
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2 months ago | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
This article about baby shower gifts was last updated in 2025. Baby showers are getting more and more popular. They are a great way to celebrate an imminent birth, to get together with friends (before mum-to-be is too tired!) and receive some gifts to help with the huge amount of paraphernalia a new baby requires!We’re all for gifting the essentials, but it can also be nice to gift mum and yet-to-be-born bub something a little special to mark the exciting journey they are on.
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Mar 28, 2025 | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
One of the best parts of winter is tucking into a warm dessert. In fact, many families who don’t usually “do dessert” will make an exception on a cold winter's evening. We’ve been researching (while drooling) to find the best easy winter desserts to keep out the cold. All recipes are easy to make and equally delicious to eat. Don’t have a sweet tooth? Check out these recipes instead: 15 Foods to keep you warm this winter.
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Mar 27, 2025 | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
Being a single mum is a fiercely independent role. Many of us have lost trust in others and genuinely feel it's easier to do everything ourselves. However, showing vulnerability and asking for help as a single mum is an act of strength. And let's face it, we can't learn everything from YouTube. Having been a single mum for ten years (many of which I was defiant in my 'I don't need help' attitude), I eventually learned to ask for help. And it changed my life.
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Feb 13, 2025 | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
When I became a single mother, I realised that it comes with an immense set of challenges—mentally, emotionally, and physically. It’s a role that requires resilience, patience, and a constant balancing act. Many single mothers struggle with feelings of guilt, exhaustion, and anxiety due to the demands of parenting alone. However, while the effects of being a single parent can take a toll, single motherhood also makes us stronger and more flexible.
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Jan 24, 2025 | 
beanstalkmums.com.au | Sally HindLynn Love
Getting organised for back-to-school is like a military operation, especially if you have more than one child. So, if you co-parent with your children’s father, you are forgiven for feeling a tad overwhelmed. Getting the school routine right for children living between two homes takes practice, but it is possible. And it is one of the most important things you can do for your kids. See below for some handy back to school tips for separated and divorced parents.
