Community Guidelines
A safe, non judgemental space for mums
Welcome to the Mums The Word Melbourne community forum. This is a calm, supportive space for real life motherhood, including neurodiverse families, tricky seasons, and everything that does not fit into a highlight reel. We protect mums, kids, and privacy, and we keep the tone kind.
Basics
Assume good intent
We lead with curiosity, not judgement. If something lands wrong, pause first and ask for clarity. Tone is hard online, kindness is not.
No identifying details about children
Please do not share full names, schools, uniforms, addresses, or anything that could identify a child. Protecting privacy protects everyone.
No pile ons, shaming, or harassment
We do not dogpile. We do not shame. We do not harass. If you disagree, keep it respectful or keep it moving.
Support, not diagnosis
You are welcome to share lived experience and what helped your family. Please avoid telling someone what their child has. Keep it supportive and gentle.