2026 Back-to-school latest trends.

Back-to-School Pressure Is Rising and Mums Are Carrying the Load.

More than $14 billion is injected into the Australian economy this year for back-to-school spending, according to finder.com.au and new research from Mumpower shows mums are driving the vast majority of this activity.

The Cost of Getting Marketing To Mums Wrong.

Mums influence over 80% of household spending yet too many brands still gamble on guesswork.

When brands misread what drives her purchase, they don’t just miss sales they lose trust, loyalty, and growth momentum. Getting mum marketing wrong is an invisible drain on profit.

Getting it right builds unstoppable momentum.

Mumpower In The Media: Trusted Voice of Australian Mums

At Mumpower, we proudly amplify the voice of mums and help brands understand how to reach and engage with this powerhouse consumer. With our ongoing consumer research into Australian mums’ shopping behaviours, spending decisions, and what matters most to families today, it’s no surprise that the media continues to turn to us for expert insights and commentary.

Back-to-school insights revealed.

It’s no secret that during the back-to-school season, mums are becoming burnt out en masse as revealed by our upcoming Australian Mums Today 2025 survey.

Mum-Approved Marketing: Strategies that Work!

Strengthen your bond with Australian Mum shoppers by developing and executing a well-crafted promotional program that is led by a better understanding of their needs, preferences, and behaviours. We asked our vast network of Mum Shoppers to share which brands and what tactics have made them want to hit ‘Buy now!’