Money
My daughter is a mini entrepreneur and I couldn't be happier
It's wonderful to watch our 10-year-old think up new ideas and pursue opportunities.
Sad about your kids going off to uni? You won’t be for long
There are plenty of opportunities, and a few risks, to think about when your kids leave home.
'Stupidest thing': The latest supermarket ban sending shoppers off their trolleys
Supermarket giant Coles has banned trolleys from being used at some of its self-service checkouts, sending some customers off theirs.
The modern horror story keeping women awake at night
The possibility that they might have to rely on someone else’s money at some point in their adult life should be keeping women up at night.
Confessions from a woman who employs au pairs – and isn't filthy rich
When we chose to let our hearts prevail and try for another baby there was a caveat that was led by the head: we planned to enlist help in the form of an au pair.
Ever raided your kids' piggy bank? You're not alone
New Australian study shines light on family finances.
Work
Why you should take a guilt-free mental health day
Days off work are essential both for performing well and protecting yourself from exhaustion and work-related stress.
Chris Hemsworth admits having children has affected his career
Being rich and world famous doesn't exclude Chris Hemsworth from worries that affect most people, like how much having a family has affected their career.
Travel
I left my three kids at home to take a trip with my mum, and I'm so glad I did
Can I be bold and suggest that if you can, you do it too?
The trials and triumphs of single-parent holidays
Travelling with kids as a solo parent brings unique challenges, but the rewards make it well worth the effort.
Dad of nine posts hilariously honest ad for family van
Even though most of us don't have nine kids, we can relate.
Road Trips
What to pack for a family road trip
A fun and quality road trip is all in the pre-planning.
Police help forgetful mum find her 'stolen' car
Apparently she's not alone.
Home
The unexpected benefits of making my children share a bedroom
It didn't happen on purpose, but I've been surprised to find I'm loving it.
Living with people can be hard: the most frustrating household habits
Why can't everyone be as perfect as we are?
The four obstacles that get in the way of people decluttering
It's about thinking about the things that bring you joy.
My family lives in a one bedroom apartment - and I love it
The advantages are more worthwhile than you may have thought!
How do people really feel about children in high-density housing?
‘Children belong in the suburbs’: with more families in apartments, such attitudes are changing.
The exasperating petty crimes of family life
Petty domestic crimes can pile up enough to make a person want to run away, and it seems I'm not alone.
Technology
Harnessing the power of video games to teach children empathy
Violent video games have long been blamed for increased aggression and decreased empathy in the teenagers who play them, but thankfully the news is not all bad.
I won't give my Year 9 daughter a smartphone. Will she not fit in?
"But Mum! Everybody has one except me!"
How to keep your kids safe online these school holidays
From YouTube videos that aren't what they seem to internet "friends" who aren't who they seem, parents have reason to be concerned.
Pets
Dogs dash to comfort upset owners, study shows
Dog owners say their pets are in tune with their emotions and will offer support in times of crisis, but it has never before been scientifically tested.
Confirmed: people who talk to dogs are not barking mad
Research confirms talking to your dog is a good thing.
Making Time For Me
The wisdom of 50, what got me through
Accepting that life is random can be incredibly liberating.
Why parents' happiness might matter more than their children's
It is possible - and desirable - to be happy even when your kids are going through challenges.
Why being fat-shamed by strangers shook me to the core
I was "fat shamed" twice in two weeks by young men on the street.
Why queues for women’s toilets are longer than men’s
There are a lot of reasons.
How to keep those pesky telemarketers off your back
After 12 years, companies have begun finding ways around the Do Not Call Register. This is how you can keep them off your back.
Five things better than a 'peegasm'
Shockingly, holding in pee isn't the only way to achieve a thrilling rush of pleasure.