We Need to Talk About The 'Mum Tax' & Other Hidden Costs Of Being A Parent

This Glorious Mess

Did you know that even having just one child could reduce your super by almost $100k? It's a staggering statistic that highlights the "mum tax" women face all the way into retirement.

In this week’s episode, we break down the numbers behind "mum math" and share how to secure your finances—not in a dry, boring way, but in a way that makes sense for everyone. Promise!

Plus, we've got some helpful tips from finance guru Canna Campbell!

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CREDITS:

Host: Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd & Sarah Marie Fahd

With thanks to Canna Campbell and Yvette Bay

Producer: Grace Rouvray

Audio Producer: Lu Hill

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