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How To Leave A Domestic Violence Relationship In Six (Not So) Easy Steps

Jan 17 2016

How To Leave A Domestic Violence Relationship Escaping an abusive relationship is hard, particularly if children are involved. It is however essential for both you and your children! Deciding to leave a violent relationship is difficult and not a decision that is easy to make. You want to leave but there are many obstacles that make this choice seem near impossible. The most common hurdle is fear, for you and your child’s safety! You are scared about taking the next steps and the ramifications that may follow; this is completely understandable given your current situation. This is why knowing how to leave a domestic violence relationship safely is crucial. Must do’s for a safe escape You have reached the point where you cannot take the abuse anymore but don’t know what to do next. This step by step guide will help you take the first of many steps to your…

Jan 08 2016

How to prepare for baby when you don’t know the gender So you’ve decided you’re going to wait until bubs arrives so you can have that traditional ‘It’s a [insert gender here]!’ moment. Maybe you’re happy about it or maybe you just lost the argument with your partner over the issue. Either way, you have yourself a dilemma – how on earth do you prepare for a baby when you don’t know the gender? A quick scan of any of baby stores awash with pink and blue will tell you that manufacturers are assuming you asked that all-important question at your 20-week ultrasound! Don’t panic, you can still make sure you’re prepared without buying double of everything, just in case. Choose a gender-neutral theme for the nursery There are some really gorgeous gender-neutral prints out there – jungle scenes with impossibly sweet giraffes and monkeys; circus clowns with brightly-coloured beach…

Dec 17 2015

Save Money On Furniture And Homewares It is time to get organised. Clean up, clear out and start fresh this festive season. The holidays have rolled around again and guests are spending the weekend. You don’t want to be embarrassed by your old worn out homewares, so it is the perfect time to change your décor. Get that outdated and shabby furniture off your property and spruce it up with something new or new to you. One man’s trash is another man’s treasure You know the old saying. This is absolutely true when it comes to furniture and homewares. Unlike 10 years ago, today there are so many options to find a bargain and you are crazy to not try. Consider the following before you go out and pay full price: Christmas and Boxing Day sales Stores and warehouses around Australia have fantastic Christmas and Boxing Day sales. Sometimes you…

What To Check Before Buying A House | All Mum Said

Dec 15 2015

What To Check Before Buying A House Don’t rush in and make an offer on the first house you view. There are potential perils that you need to be aware of! You have saved your hard-earned money and it is finally time to break into the property market. Don’t let excitement cloud your judgement, take your time and get to know the house well before taking the next step. Here are some things you should know before buying a new house: What you need to know BEFORE making an offer It isn’t uncommon for your heart to rule over your head when making this emotional purchase. That is a rookie error that could have catastrophic effects, resulting in the purchase of a lemon aka money pit. This can be easily avoided by considering the following: Environment and area The surrounding environment and area can have the potential to turn your…