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Mothers work. The history and changing opinions of stay at home mums and mothers who undertake paid work.
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Is it worth it?Why the good parts of parenting are hard to explain.
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An interview with Lenn, the $215k payout, the anti-diet, May Gibbs nostalgia, Westman's magic drops.A list of good things to read, listen to, wear and try because you just might like it too.
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How She Does It: Anna Vidovic, writer, stylist and Founder of Philé.On enjoying her daughter, the important role that grandparents play and the challenge of mototomy in motherhood.
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Caring for others when you're in (semi) crisis mode. I did promise you an essay every week, and I very much intend to keep that contract to you but this week was really fucking hard.
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The Joy And Burden Of Motherhood With Phoebe Simmonds.Co-founder of The Memo and Founder of The Blow gets real about being mum.
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Jacinda Ardern resigns, quitting intensive parenting, a glowy face sunscreen and the skirt I'm obsessed with. A list of good things to read, listen to, wear and try because you just might like it too.
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How I stay cool as a cool mum when my toddler is melting down.Rage in the age of gentle parenting.
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A few good things...The dress I wear on repeat, life advice from a 12 year old and why Kate Baer doesn't work during nap time.
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How She Does It: Alice McMullin, Founder of McMullin & Co & Alfred.On realising your mental health must come first, non-existent maternity leave and knowing 'there is no one way' when it comes to parenting.
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