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After years in the media spotlight, Rebecca Morse is back behind the mic—but this time, she’s sharing it with her 21-year-old daughter, Grace Wakelin.

Juggling school drop-offs, endless laundry, and bedtime battles is a full-time job in itself—but these South Aussie mums have taken things to the next level, launching and running their own businesses while raising their families. From passion projects turned thriving enterprises to problem-solving ideas sparked in the middle of a chaotic playdate, these inspiring women are proving that motherhood and entrepreneurship go hand in hand.

We sat down with DreamBIG Festival Director Georgi Paech (pictured at top) to talk about the importance of experiencing the arts in childhood, and what she hopes young audiences will gain from this year’s 50th Anniversary program.

I know I’m in a safe space as Liv, your KIDDO editor, is a prolific T Swizzle spammer on the socials!

Windmill Theatre Co Director Clare Watson discusses the magic of puppetry, tardigrades, and resilience in her latest show Moss Piglet for young audiences.

When Nabula Brdar first started Supermarket Swap, it was all about being a new mum trying to do her best for her kids.

Luke Jones recounts his journey from a young newspaper boy to a seasoned collector of antique toys. His collection, showcased at the David Roche Gallery, spans nearly a century and offers a nostalgic glimpse into the history of play.

The world of social media can be scary, particularly for parents who haven’t grown up with it (most of us!).

…and my eldest daughter, while no longer demographically a teen, still behaves like one, so technically I have three in the cohort in question.

Stepparenting is tricky. It can feel like parenting with one hand tied behind your back, or trying to live with people who operate based on different values.

Delve into the captivating new book Tuckshop Terrors with author Leo Baker.

Australia has seen significant strides in the global movement toward menstrual equity, and TABOO has been at the forefront of this battle. As a social enterprise with a mission-driven approach, TABOO is a beacon of hope and advocacy for those affected by period poverty.

It’s all they’ve ever really wanted, and yet with domestic violence now an epidemic and wars still escalating around the world, the question pouring from so many mothers’ hearts remains: why is it too much to ask that our children be safe?

62% of young people wish they were thinner… A stat that terrifies me.