At Mum’s Lounge, we’ve built something pretty special — a community of Aussie mums who show up for each other with honesty, humour, and zero judgement.

Now we want to hear more from you.

We’re opening the doors for our community to share real motherhood stories for publication on Mum’s Lounge — the kind you’d normally only tell a close friend over coffee or a few glasses of wine.

The chaos. The funny fails. The quiet wins. The moments that nearly broke you — and the ones that made it all worth it.

No filters. No perfection. Just real stories from real mums.

What We’re Looking for:

First-person stories that feel real, relatable, and human
Write like you talk — warm, honest, and unpolished is perfect
Funny, emotional, messy, heartwarming… or all of the above
A moment, a phase, a lesson, or something you’ve never said out loud

You don’t need to be a “writer” — if you’ve lived it, you can share it.

Formats We’re Accepting:

Written stories (400–800 words sweet spot, max 1,000)
OR short-form video submissions (think reels/TikTok style — raw and real)

Why Contribute?

Be featured on Mum’s Lounge and reach thousands of Aussie mums
Build your voice, brand, or following if that’s your goal
Connect with other mums through shared experiences
Or simply get something off your chest in a safe, supportive space

We love supporting emerging creators and mum voices — big or small.

Credits & Privacy:

You can choose what feels right for you:
– Stay completely anonymous
– Use your name
– Or include your photo, bio, and links to your socials or business

A Quick Note:

This is currently an unpaid, community-driven initiative — created to celebrate real motherhood and amplify the voices in our community.

How to Submit:

Send your story or video to Emma at [email protected]
Subject line: MUMS LOUNGE SUBMISSION