Stay At Home Mum News Updates

November is the month where everything starts to speed up. Before you know it, Christmas will be here, and you’ll be knee-deep in wrapping paper, tangled fairy lights, and half-eaten candy canes. But getting organised early means December can actually feel joyful instead of stressful. Last year, I noticed that… Read more »

Your grandma is by the window today. She’s telling the story about leaving home with just fifty dollars. You’ve heard it before, but you wish you could remember it all. You wish your kids could hear it exactly as she tells it. Sadly you’re not recording. Oral history interviews capture… Read more »

A creamy, no-bake cheesecake slice layered between golden Lattice biscuits - a nostalgic Australian classic that’s rich, tangy, and perfectly sweet. The post Lattice Cheesecake Slice – Aussie Classic first appeared on Stay at Home Mum. Read more »

Spring is the season of transformation, and SHEIN’s Home Makeover Challenge is inspiring Australians everywhere to embrace change. From small refreshes to full restyles, this campaign celebrates creativity, individuality, and the joy of turning a house into a home. SHEIN’s community of creators has been busy giving their spaces a… Read more »

There’s a moment in every mum’s life, usually around 6:45 pm when the dinner’s half-burnt and someone’s crying over mismatched socks when you stop and think, “There’s got to be an easier way to do this.” Between the morning chaos, school runs, and late-night lunchbox prep, it can feel like there’s… Read more »

Halloween is just around the corner and everyone’s gearing up with ideas and costumes. If you’re looking for something that’s both creepy and delicious, look no further than this Slime of Doom Halloween Punch. Made with lime soft drinks, ice cream, green food colouring, and lime jelly, this punch is… Read more »

We’ve all heard of traditional toffee apples which are a hit at fairs and fetes, but what about Caramel Candy Apples? They are something just a little bit more gourmet! We used Wether’s Originals as the caramels in this recipe – but if you can find any hard caramel lollies… Read more »

Toddlers learn best through play. At this stage, everything they do helps shape how they move, think, and interact with the world.  That’s why choosing the right gifts for toddlers matters. The best options are fun, practical, and designed to grow with kids as they gain new skills and confidence. … Read more »

It’s 2AM and I’m staring at my banking app again. School shoes held together with superglue. Car registration due Friday. Groceries down to pasta and hope. The calculator says impossible, but Thursday my kids still need breakfast. This isn’t the single motherhood I planned. Nobody dreams about choosing between petrol… Read more »

When it comes to preserving memories, there are plenty of options, but two favorites always stand out: the custom photo book and canvas prints. Both bring photos to life in their own way, but they serve different purposes. Understanding the difference can help you choose which one fits your needs—or… Read more »