For Mums Archives

QUITE LIKE, THE MEAL KIT FOR FOOD LOVERS.

October 21, 2024

I have always loved food. Cooking it, watching other people cook it, talking about it at length, sharing it with my favourite people. Often there is something delicious is at the centre of celebrations or offered in times of convalescence and condolence. Made up of more than just nutrients, food is the edible result of love and the human desire to make someone feel, well, nice. Nothing seems all that unsolvable when we sit down to a meal together. Yep, I was the person who had dinner planned well before breakfast had been cleared. But then came children. And with…

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Community, For Mums, Inspiration

Bondi Girls Surf Riders

October 21, 2024

For more than 20 years, the Bondi Girls Surf Riders club has been inspiring females of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to take to the waves. The club promotes women’s surfing on the eastern beaches by creating a friendly, inclusive environment for ocean lovers to support each other as they improve board-riding skills and explore new surfing spots. This unique club began in 1999 when local surfer and founder of Bondi’s iconic Lets Go Surfing Surf School, Brenda Miley, with Jo Evenden, led a group of like-minded women in a “board” meeting and decided to set up the first “girls-only”…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Dana Weil

October 21, 2024

Hi! I’m Dana, Founder of Rugabub Play Mats and Co-Founder of Little Myrtle. I’ve lived and worked across the world, including 4 years connecting with remote indigenous communities and nature. This lifestyle taught me the value of home – that special place where you feel safe, happy, and at ease. I always wanted to be a mum. My husband wasn’t ready for a while, but when we finally decided to try, we were thrilled to fall pregnant quickly. However, our journey was filled with heartbreak. After my first miscarriage at 19 weeks, I felt isolated, questioning what I’d done wrong….

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Mandi Binder

October 14, 2024

Hi! I’m Mandi, wife, house manager, social organiser, family financial controller, business owner and mum to 2 wild boys – jack of all trades as most mums are! After having my 2nd son, I decided to swap my corporate life to allow more flexibility for my family. I launched an online ecommerce store and after recently selling this I joined my dad’s well-established pest control company ( www.pestoz.com.au ) providing pest control to most of Sydney Eastern Suburbs homes and businesses with the hope to expand the business even further. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east?…

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Family, Relationship

Enhancing Relationships with Robyn Brass: A Strategic Approach to Therapy and Coaching

October 11, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, the complexity of relationships can often lead to misunderstandings and conflicts. Robyn Brass, a dedicated psychologist and life coach based in Zetland, offers a transformative approach to enhancing interpersonal connections. With a focus on strategic, change-oriented methods, Robyn empowers individuals and couples to develop healthier behaviors and improve their relationships. Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution At the heart of Robyn’s practice is the belief that effective communication is key to a thriving relationship. She provides clients with the tools necessary to express their thoughts and feelings clearly, ensuring that both partners feel heard and understood. By…

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Health & Wellbeing

Why Stress Management is a Vital Way to Protect Your Heart Health

October 8, 2024

Virtually all mothers have experienced stress at one point or another—a feeling of tension that can make you feel frustrated or angry, and sometimes unable to calm yourself down. Occasional stress is typical and harmless, but when it becomes chronic, it can unleash a host of physiological and psychological responses that can damage your heart. High-stress levels, for instance, are linked to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Stress is officially recognised as a leading risk factor for heart disease—which is one of the biggest causes of mortality in Australia, alongside poor nutrition, a sedentary lifestyle, excessive alcohol use, and smoking….

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Jess Innes

October 7, 2024

Hello Eastern Suburbs Mums! My name is Jess Innes and I’m a local mum and business owner. I am the founding director of 100% Dance which is home to a children’s dance studio, pre-professional training program, talent agency and entertainment company. After 17 years of teaching local kids to dance, I am so lucky to have had my very own tiny dancer – My daughter Aurelia is about to turn one and I am absolutely loving being a mum! Pop into the 100% Dance studio in Charing Cross and say g’day as I love connecting with other local families in…

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Business & Career

Australian Mums Turn Online Hustle into Global Success with U.S. LLCs

October 5, 2024

You’re an Aussie mum with a brilliant business idea, but you’re not sure how to take it global. What if we told you that forming a U.S. LLC could be your ticket to international success? In this article, we’ll explore how Australian entrepreneurs are leveraging U.S. business structures to grow their online ventures, protect their assets and minimise tax obligations. Gone are the days when starting a business meant renting a storefront and stocking shelves. Today’s savvy mums are turning to the digital world to launch their dreams, and they’re not stopping at the Australian border. With the power of…

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Family, Parenting

Effective Parenting for teens and family wellbeing

October 5, 2024

This seminar is designed for parents and carers who want practical information and strategies for effective communication and healthy relationships with their teen or pre-teen (ages 10 – 17), and to better understand and manage adolescent behaviour. The seminar will be led by clinical psychologists Luke Cox and Dr Terri Said, CEO, WAYS Youth and Family. Topics include the adolescent brain and communication, tips for managing conflict and anger, building resilience and managing technology. Location: Waverley Library Theatrette, Level 1 Waverley Library 32-48 Denison Street Bondi Junction, NSW 2022 Date and time: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 6:00 PM – 7:30…

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Food, School holidays

BABYBEL UNVEILS WINNING WAX SCULPTURE CREATED FROM 20,000 BABYBEL WAX COVERINGS

October 1, 2024

Today, iconic international cheese brand Babybel begins its showcase of the winning wax sculpture from its inaugural Babybel Wax Challenge at popular Sydney shopping centre, Westfield Bondi Junction. Earlier in the year, the brand launched a nation-wide search to find Australia’s top amateur creatives by inviting consumers to use the famous red wax coverings of Babybel cheese to craft miniature sculptures, with the chance of winning one of several Westfield vouchers and having their creation showcased for a week at the flagship outlet. Babybel received numerous entries from all over Australia from people of all ages and different levels of…

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