Money
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher's 'privileged' kids won't inherit fortune
Their two children will not inherit their parents' millions.
Being a mum can have benefits when looking for a new job
While searching for a new job after a baby may be daunting, it needn't be.
We cut up credit cards, and life got so much better
We cut up our credit cards and it changed our family's finances for the better.
For the first time in a long time, we’re setting up a generation to be worse off than the one before it
A new Grattan Institute study finds that for the first time in a long time, young Australians are no better off than those who came before, and are likely to do worse.
Give your teenager a credit card? Some financial experts say yes
Parents should monitor spending and explain how to pay the bill on time.
Is it rude to talk about money? Here are the rules
Socialising comes at a price. But would you dare to share your money woes with friends? Or are you making financial faux pas without even realising?
Work
The photo all working parents need to see
Take a deep breath and take a look at this example of how working mums influence their children for the better.
Don't make the mistakes I made: Grieving dad's heartbreaking plea to working parents
Don't miss out on the things that matter.
Travel
Five things to consider when road tripping with kids
Like most households, my family's busy weeks are filled with work, school and the constant juggle of kids' extra-cirricular activities. So when an opportunity comes along to get out of the city for the weekend and have some fun times as a family, there is only one question - when do we leave?
Step-daughter creates care package for passengers on flight with snoring stepdad
"The snoring usually only lasts a short time - while he falls asleep."
How to travel solo with your child (so you both actually enjoy it)
Adults can start by modeling the type of flexible, tantrum-free behaviour they hope to see.
Road Trips
What to pack for a family road trip
A fun and quality road trip is all in the pre-planning.
Police help forgetful mum find her 'stolen' car
Apparently she's not alone.
Home
We let our eight-year-old sleep in our bed, and it's the best decision we've ever made
Caring for our son meant parenting him differently, and taking his challenges into account.
Drowning in to-do's: Help, I'd rather do anything than life admin
A new survey has found that most people would choose almost anything over doing life admin. And I'm not surprised.
Who am I again? The truth about becoming an empty nester
I wish I could turn back time.
'Banana sundaes for dinner' and other ways to slay as a single parent
Kate Berry has two daughters and inspires many women with the creative ways she has embraced the challenges of single-parenting.
Mum calls critics 'prudes' after she gifts jar of condoms and booze for son's 18th birthday
Some aren't impressed, but this mum says 'Stop making sex taboo.'
Should you take your shoes off at home?
It isn’t even a question in many homes, but here’s what the science has to say.
Technology
The average time young people spend watching videos has doubled since 2015
The surge in consumption comes despite mounting concerns about the grip that smartphones and screens have on young people's lives and development.
Is this the end of Fortnite? Gamers left staring at 'black hole'
If you have an inconsolable gamer in your life, here's why.
Attention, parents: You may be doing screen time limits all wrong
The term 'screen time' doesn't capture the many different ways that different kids use media.
Pets
Desperate search for son's 'best mate' after fatal crash
The family of a man killed in a car crash in Queensland, have issued a desperate plea to help find his missing dog.
Understanding dog personalities can help prevent attacks
Humans and dogs have lived together for thousands of years, but we may be forgetting how to co-exist peacefully.
Making Time For Me
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.
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.
Women are more prone to burnout (no surprise to exhausted me)
We just don’t get a break.
The nine golden rules of shopping for new sunglasses
You wouldn't buy a bra, or a suit without some professional assistance.
Dear cafes, you can do better
Here are some of the crimes against patrons the cafes in my area are committing without shame.
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.