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Author: Helen McWilliam

Helen is a Mum of two boys, who was born in South Africa, grew up in Brisbane but calls Sydney home. She is a social worker by trade and is currently a stay at home Mum in the ‘burbs’ of Manhattan, the Upper West Side.
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The Central Park Playground Challenge

  • by Helen McWilliam
  • Posted on June 10, 2019June 10, 2019

Helen McWilliam set herself a challenge to visit every playground in Central Park last Summer. She shares the results of the Central Park Playground Challenge.

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How I Learned to Be a Stay-At-Home Mum

  • by Helen McWilliam
  • Posted on May 6, 2019May 6, 2019

From social worker to mother of 2 kids, Helen McWilliam shares how she “learned” to become a stay at home Mum.

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Is It Okay Not to Love New York City With Kids?

  • by Helen McWilliam
  • Posted on June 21, 2018July 23, 2018

According to the t-shirt, “I heart NYC” but AWNY member, Helen McWilliam dares to ask: Is it okay not to love NYC with kids?

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AWNY Mums and Dads Update, May 2018

  • by Helen McWilliam
  • Posted on May 29, 2018May 28, 2018

In this month’s update, Australian Mums and Dads in NYC Lead, Helen McWilliam, promotes the upcoming AWNY Mums’ event, suggests an idea for a day out with the kids and introduces the new AWNY Mums and Dads Lead.

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AWNY Mums and Dads in NYC Group: Rooftop Brunch at Gallow Green

  • by Helen McWilliam
  • Posted on May 12, 2018May 10, 2018

Calling all Mums who like to brunch! Join us for the next AWNY Mums event at Gallow Green.

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