![Senator Richard Di Natale embraces his children Luca and Ben after announcing his resignation.](http://web.archive.org./web/20200226074134im_/http://www.essentialkids.com.au/content/dam/images/h/1/l/k/5/6/image.related.landscape.380x253.h1lk51.png/1580773476451.jpg)
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![Candid camera: capturing the reality of family life.](http://web.archive.org./web/20200226074134im_/http://www.essentialkids.com.au/content/dam/images/h/1/k/0/m/j/image.related.landscape.300x200.h1k0m4.png/1574985647631.jpg)
Tears and tantrums: the family photographers who capture everything
Family photography makes most people think of awkwardly-posed group portraits. Everyone is dressed in their best outfits, but nobody wants to be there. Parents are stressed about snotty faces, messy hair and crying babies. They try hard to keep everyone happy while pretending to be happy themselves.
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Having the house all to myself is my favourite form of self-care
One thing that I was quick to learn: self-care for mothers can sometimes feel like a pipe dream.
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The day I decided to reclaim space for me
I reclaimed a space in the house just for me, showing my children I have interests outside of home and family.
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Thinking of laser hair removal? Here’s what you need to know
How well laser therapy works depends on your type of hair and skin, the type of laser and the skill of the person operating it.
![Burnout affects many women.](http://web.archive.org./web/20200226074134im_/http://www.essentialkids.com.au/content/dam/images/h/1/7/y/1/8/image.related.landscape.300x200.p51xin.png/1560476642112.jpg)
Women are more prone to burnout (no surprise to exhausted me)
We just don’t get a break.
![Julianne Moore experiments with a visor style at the Veuve Cliquot Polo Classic in New Jersey last weekend.](http://web.archive.org./web/20200226074134im_/http://www.essentialkids.com.au/content/dam/images/h/1/f/0/g/v/image.related.landscape.300x200.p51stt.png/1559893588186.jpg)
The nine golden rules of shopping for new sunglasses
You wouldn't buy a bra, or a suit without some professional assistance.
![Cafes, this is the memo you need.](http://web.archive.org./web/20200226074134im_/http://www.essentialkids.com.au/content/dam/images/1/m/x/d/e/y/image.related.landscape.300x200.p51oxj.png/1558490319460.jpg)
Dear cafes, you can do better
Here are some of the crimes against patrons the cafes in my area are committing without shame.
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How to start exercising if you’re out of shape
If you're unfit or overweight, there's lots you can do to make a new exercise regime both enjoyable and successful.
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How I learned to not hate Mother's Day as a single mum
In the years since my divorce, I've gained insight that might be helpful to others.
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Never mind child development, what about mother development?
It's time we asked, 'What about the story of the mother?'
![Like many Australians, it took years for Gemma Latter to seek help.](http://web.archive.org./web/20200226074134im_/http://www.essentialkids.com.au/content/dam/images/h/1/d/a/d/m/image.related.landscape.300x200.p51c1f.png/1555983844425.jpg)
The average anxiety sufferer doesn't seek help for eight years
It's our most common mental health condition. So why are we so bad at seeking help for it?
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