‘Holier than thou’: How a priest and trusted relative stole Josh’s innocence
Josh Byrnes was only 11 years old when his parish priest, who also happened to be his second cousin, began sexually abusing him.
Parenting
My 11yo’s school just called CPS on me for 4 strange reasons
“I’m so confused, how can this be a legitimate complaint?”
The nappy changing hack that saved my sanity
I outsmarted both of my wriggly toddlers with this clever trick. 10/10 try it!
My 4yo has a classic name and already hates it
“She has no idea how bad names can get these days – she’s lucky!”
This is the moment you become part of ‘The Village’
“You are now tasked with helping new parents. You are in charge of making meals for new parents and offering to clean houses…”
‘I refused to be my twin sister’s surrogate’
“Now she says I’m stopping her from creating a family for no reason”.
‘I gave birth alone in the bathroom, my husband didn’t know’
“I couldn’t even get to the bathtub in front of me – I struggled walking. I gave birth to her on my own which was terrifying.”
Mum used to give us Coke in our baby bottles when we were sick
“So if you’re feeling some intense mum guilt today… I promise you’re doing alright.”
School camp is easier for boys – they don’t have to worry about periods
“It’s a lot when girls must navigate being away from home and take part in a schedule of activities they have no control over.”
My ex is furious I didn’t tell her our 10yo got her period
“She called me an a**hole for excluding her from a milestone in her daughter’s life.”
‘My teen sons are comfortable buying tampons’
The NSW mum taught her son about bodily autonomy, sex, consent and puberty when he was a toddler, and she thinks more parents should do the same.
‘My 13yo can’t open doors by herself anymore’
“That’s the cruel thing for me as her dad … this is taking too much away from her.”
Little girl filmed chugging her mum’s beer
“Not an iPad in sight; she’s living in the moment.”
‘I felt I was loved’: Realities of abuse at hands of a woman
When Harrison James was 13 his stepmother initiated a sexual ‘relationship’ with him. Today he wants to break down the misconceptions surrounding ‘lucky’ teen boys who are victims.
‘My husband regrets letting our 3yo stay up late’
“Don’t try to be the ‘fun parent’ if you can’t back it up and deal with whatever comes with it.”
We need separate waiting rooms for all the different mums at the OB/GYN
“Losing my baby while I sat in a room full of very pregnant women sharing genders and scan photos will haunt me forever.” Please note: sensitive content.
I’m so sick of my mum friend’s ‘annoying’ habit with her kids
“How do I put an end to this?”
My 17yo wasn’t invited to my sister’s childfree wedding
“You should tell her you can’t attend because you don’t have childcare for your child.”
Grandma won’t attend wedding unless she gets a cake
“At this point, I hope she doesn’t show up…”
The outrageous demand my MIL made about my newborn’s penis
“I would just shout ‘my son’s penis is none of your business!” the mum was sagely advised.
Qld teens accused of taking disabled man’s wheelchair
The three boys have been sent back home after they allegedly took a disabled man’s wheelchair while on a rugby tour.
Dad’s tribute to two sons found dead in NSW home
More than 700 paid their respects to Ben and Russell Smith, who were found dead in their Blue Mountains home in early September.
Three Little Pigs homework question leaves parents scratching their heads
A mum has blasted her daughter’s teacher for marking her answer incorrect.
Aussie nurse’s quick-thinking saves 6mo baby’s life
“I was laser-focused, running through my training in my mind, ready to do whatever it took to save that little girl.”
NSW child’s heartbreaking discovery inside parcel
“My son is pretty sensitive, and he was really excited about the parcel coming. He was distressed and felt like it was his fault,” said Byron Bay mum Rebecca.
My MIL wants me to stop breastfeeding for sleepovers
“She said she had hoped to be doing overnights one to two times a week (erm, nope),” the mum reported.
‘Is this fair?’: Teacher vents about common school problem
“The principal says we’re not allowed to do anything about it.”
My husband’s ‘pathetic’ excuse for not doing night feeds
“Shouldn’t I be extended the same opportunity?” the mum asked. But commenters weren’t so sure…
My parents named us after letters in the alphabet
“People remember our names because of it,” Lauren laughed.
She expected me to shout her friends because ‘the man always pays’
“It sounds to me like your wife doesn’t want a spouse, she wants a sugar daddy who will treat her and her friends.”
Dad ‘rescues’ son from daycare behind mum’s back
The clip of them busting out and running hand in hand to the car has been viewed more than 3 million times.
Woman explains why her siblings have such ‘unique’ names
A group of siblings have revealed the quirky and unique way their parents chose their names—by following the alphabet!
Tragic update on month-long search for missing dad
The frantic month-long search for the beloved dad-of-two has come to a tragic end, his partner revealed online.
‘My house was trashed while I was dealing with a family emergency’
“I walked into my home and the stench I was met with, I honestly thought I was being pranked.”
House sitter left my home a disaster!
Imagine coming home from a relaxing trip only to find your house in complete chaos! That’s what happened when one frustrated homeowner hired…
‘Killed twice’: Victims’ families outraged at pub crash verdict
Five people were killed when they were struck by a car outside a Daylesford pub almost a year ago. Now, the victims’ families are speaking out after a Magistrate handed down his judgment of the driver.
Stop telling me my kids look like their dad and not me
“You haven’t even met him…so I don’t want to hear it.”
Dad sneaks son out of daycare
Would you do this, or make them stay?
Mum-to-be lashes out at ‘weak’ and ‘lazy’ parents
“What’s wrong with saying ‘no’ and ‘keep quiet’?” the woman wondered. But not everyone was so quick to agree.
Mum’s devastation as baby boy turns blue
A Queensland mother has shared the devastation and trauma of watching her beautiful baby nearly die in her arms before he was rushed in for treatment on his walnut-sized heart before undergoing three open heart surgeries.
Horror as 4yo’s face is mauled by dog on playdate
“It’s like literally living in fight or flight mode all the time,” mum Jasmine said. Warning: Contains graphic imagery
Cost-of-living has forced me to give up my two kids
“I can’t live with them again until they’re working adults and can help with the rent,” the upset Adelaide mum reveals.
Sydney mum shows house after a week of not cleaning
“I wasn’t there, I didn’t make the mess.”
The internet left stumped by 7yo’s math problem
The question seems unsolvable, but we can’t stop thinking about one major detail.
Mum’s ‘Cat Wash’ Hack: The Trick to Get Kids Bathed Fast | Mum Club
Getting kids to take a bath is a battle many parents know all too well! But one mum has found a clever solution: the ‘Cat Wash’. Instead…
I want to announce my pregnancy at my cousin’s baby shower
“I’ve been called cheap and rude when I’ve mentioned my plan… so maybe I shouldn’t?”
My wife always misses pick up: I have a plan for the late fees
“I can’t get him because I work for a living. But I know what will get her attention.”
‘I lost my virginity to my best friend’s father’
“He is saying we can’t get too involved as there’s 20 years between us, but I already am involved, so it’s a bit late for that…” Warning: Contains sensitive content
I didn’t clean for a week because I was overwhelmed—And that’s okay
Feeling overwhelmed and unable to keep up with the housework? You’re not alone. One mum shared her honest experience of not cleaning for a…
Husband tells wife the late pick up fees will come out of her allowance
Do you think this is fair on the SAHM?
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