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Monday, 3 November 2025 - 13:06
Hi All. I've found myself divorced at 40 we had been together since my late teens. I don't know any single mums. I am used to being a wife, this new world of seeking out a partner is something I've never imagined. I'm not actively seeking someone but I need some moral support ladies how on earth do...
Monday, 6 October 2025 - 14:34
Hi everyone, I could really use some outside perspective. I’ve been with my husband for a long time. About 15 years ago, he had what I’d call an emotional affair. It hurt deeply, and although we stayed together and worked through it, I don’t think I ever truly got over it. Then about five years ago...
Wednesday, 3 September 2025 - 18:14
I struggle with insecurities and don't know if i'm being dramatic and just in my own head. Please help!!! Partner wouldn't shower to go to bed with me even after i've begged him. When we would hang out on a friday night he'd be falling asleep by 9pm. NOW, he showers of a Friday afternoon then goes...
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Submitted by The Imperfect Mum on Sun, 23/11/2014 - 17:03.
When we think of relationships there’s a few images that spring to mind. We think of “Honey I’m home”. We think of sitting around the dinner table sharing intelligent conversation. We think of happiness. White picket fence happiness. But there is so many dimensions to a long term relationship there’s the good the bad and the UGLY! I’ve been with my husband for 21 years and you could say i’ve...
Submitted by The Imperfect Mum on Sun, 02/11/2014 - 14:02.
I’ve heard so many women on The Imperfect Mum say “ I have no friends – I’m lonely" Most of us have have experienced this at times in our lives. We’ve looked around and thought - I have no close friends! Normally it's during times of transition. For instance leaving school, the break-up of a relationship, having a baby or moving interstate. Or for some friendship just doesn’t come easy so they...
Submitted by Anon Imperfect Mum on Fri, 08/11/2013 - 00:00.
This post is written by an anonymous Imperfect Mum. I met my now ex husband when I was just 16. He was genuine, kind, funny & sweet & I remember thinking back then I’m going to marry this guy! He was the first male in my life I could count on. We were together for 14years which was for half my life. We had our ups & downs & we weren’t always heading in the same direction but we...