Parenting Out Loud

Have you ever dreamt of packing up your family and escaping to the country? Former AFL player Buddy Franklin and his wife Jesinta have ditched the big city for something a little... quieter. Monz, Amelia and Stacey are unpacking whether it’s possible to completely reinvent your family life. Plus, Stacey explains her 'Florist Theory.’
Also, there’s a new solution for parenting exhaustion that involves dividing household duties differently, and we’re trying to decide if it’s genius, or not all it’s cracked up to be. And, what about the ‘double drop-off’?
First it was ponytails and pints and now it’s pints and periods. British dads are going to the pub to learn more about periods and how to show up for their daughters. Monz has thoughts, but honestly? We think it’s kind of wholesome.
Reccos:
Stacey is loving Office Romance on Netflix.
Amelia recommends the Micador Junior Colour Wash Repeat Tablecloth, a $27 lifesaver that keeps kids calm and centred during family dinners or chaotic parties.
Monique is loving buying cheap silicone ear putty from the chemist to turn down the volume on sensory overload at deafening basketball stadiums and supermarkets.
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The One Word You Need To Stop Saying & Were 90s Mums 'All That'?
'Crying Cafes' & A Mother-In-Law Red Flag
Signs You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’
The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff Up
The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled
So, Are You A Popcorn Mum?
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What to read:
'I'm a psychologist. I need you to stop saying this one common phrase to your kids.'
'I asked other toddler parents what they'd tell a first-timer. Here's the shortlist.
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Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Stacey Hicks
Acting Group Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Executive Producer: Grace Rouvray
Video Editor: Julian Rosario
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
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Future King Prince William claims his morning school run is actually just as chaotic and messy as ours. We’re trying to decide whether or not we believe him.
From a cryptic countdown to 13 clouds on a billboard. Taylor and Toy Story have officially collabbed. We’re breaking down all the Easter eggs and whether she might be attempting to reach EGOT status with her new song 'I Knew It, I Knew You.'
Plus, what do your kids think you do all day? We discuss the hilarious reality of trying to explain our jobs to our children.
Also, if you think boarding school in Australia is strictly a status symbol for the ultra-wealthy, this might completely change your perspective.
And, is it okay to post pictures of your kids online? Comedian Tanya Hennessy wants to know.
Reccos:
Stacey is loving friend of the pod, Bandit Heeler’s parenting hack to get the kids out of the door.
Amelia recommends the Mimi Haircare’s Brisbane-designed hair wash system to tackle delicate, tangled kids curls without the extra conditioner fuss.
Monique is loving little lights. At 6pm, turn off all of your big lights and put the lamps on — that's it.
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Listen to No Filter: Tanya Hennessy: The Story of Her Daughter Scottie Started Here
The One Word You Need To Stop Saying & Were 90s Mums 'All That'?
'Crying Cafes' & A Mother-In-Law Red Flag
Signs You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’
The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff Up
The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled
So, Are You A Popcorn Mum?
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What to read:
'Everyone thinks boarding school is for rich kids. Where I live, it's survival.'
'Are you posh?' The 7 things people always ask me about going to boarding school.
Everything to know about Taylor Swift's new Toy Story song and gloriously unhinged announcement rollout.
Tanya Hennessy bought a baby Christmas stocking 9 years ago. This year, she finally got to use it.
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Stacey Hicks
Acting Group Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz
Video Editor: Julian Rosario
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
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Are Australian parents okay? If you're finding parenting deeply exhausting, a study has found you're not the only one. Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks are unpacking why parents are feeling so stressed out. Plus, Stacey has a theory that might just be genius.
Also, are you constantly saying sorry for your kids just being...kids? We're discussing why we feel the need to apologise all the time and what it might actually be teaching them.
Plus, whimsical grandparent names. Everyone is now 'Mimi' and 'Zaza' instead of 'Nanna' and 'Pop'. We discuss whether this new trend is just an act of rebellion from Baby Boomers who flatly refuse to grow old.

Reccos:
Stacey is loving Sea Monkeys, bringing back pure 90s nostalgia for an entry-level pet experiment.
Amelia recommends The Kids Book of Paper Love, a stationery-stuffed Amazon find perfect for kids to build scissor skills.
Monique is loving Danny Go on YouTube, his joyful dances that support a grieving family.
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What To Listen To Next:
Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
'Crying Cafes' & A Mother-In-Law Red Flag
Signs You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’
The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff Up
The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled
So, Are You A Popcorn Mum?
The Lunchbox Theory & Our Complicated Feelings About YouTube
The 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' Hack
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What to read:
Hannah Waddingham is known for Ted Lasso. But she's done so much more than that...
'Life goes tits-up... but I love it.' This nana's advice for new grandparents.
"To all of you who help us raise our kids, thank you": An ode to grandparents.
'I've been a therapist for 25 years. Every parent asks the same question, but it's the wrong one.'
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Stacey Hicks
Acting Group Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz
Video Editor: Julian Rosario
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
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Sienna Miller and Laura Henshaw are presenting two very different versions of new motherhood in our feeds — so why is the internet upset with both of them? Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks dive into the unrealistic expectations on new mums and how there might be no right answer.
Also, Mandy Moore has officially entered the chat over Ashley Tisdale’s viral ‘toxic’ mum group essay back in January, and suddnely it feels like we're back in high school.
Plus, Japan's late-night ‘crying cafes’ offer the ultimate sanctuary for exhausted mothers, and it’s made us think about the other midnight hotlines we absolutely need right now.
And, a grandmother's dilemma goes viral after she joins her grandchildren's PTA without asking. We unpack the unwritten rules of family boundaries and why tension is the price we pay for a village.
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Reccos
Amelia recommends Evil Witches, an irreverent email newsletter that perfectly captures the reality of family holidays.
Monz is loving Unleashed, a hilarious podcast delivering an honest truth bomb about long weekends after divorce.
Stacey recommends Off Campus on Amazon Prime, a hot and deliciously cliché college hockey romance.
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What To Listen To Next:
Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
Signs You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’
The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff Up
The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled
So, Are You A Popcorn Mum?
The Lunchbox Theory & Our Complicated Feelings About YouTube
The 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' Hack
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What to read:
'I joined a mother’s group for parenting tips. What I found was something darker.'
The Ashley Tisdale and Hilary Duff mum group fallout, explained from the very start.
HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'This is what 43 looks like now: 23 and pregnant.'
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Stacey Hicks
Acting Group Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz
Video Editor: Julian Rosario
Assistant Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
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How soon is too soon to return to work after having a baby? Netballer Paige Hadley was back on the court ten weeks postpartum — and the internet had thoughts. Monique, Amelia, and Clare unpack why we all have so much to say about other women's postpartum choices.
If you've ever given up on pairing the kids' sock or let them quit that extracurricular activity — you might be a 'Beta Mum'. We dive into why mums are rejecting the optimised parenting grind and whether it's a feminist revolution or just collective burnout.
Plus, the low-key genius parenting hacks hiding in a Reddit thread, and this week's recommendations.
Reccos
Amelia recommends Celeste Barber's BOOIE Excellent BB Cream. And right now, it's $40 at Woolies.
Monz is loving Bad Company on the ABC, if you love Fisk, Utopia or Australian comedy, this is your show.
Clare recommends Smocks by Little Chomps to protect your little one's clothes every meal time.
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What To Listen To Next:
Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff Up
The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled
So, Are You A Popcorn Mum?
The Lunchbox Theory & Our Complicated Feelings About YouTube
The 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' Hack
Golden Retriever Dads & The ‘You Come Last’ Rule
The Celebrity Who Loves Bad Kids & The Sibling Effect
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What to read:
You're not a hot mess. You're just a Type C parent.
10 parents told us the best hacks guaranteed to halve your mental load.
'Balance doesn't exist': 12 women on what they wish they knew about going back to work after maternity leave.
7 (totally non HR-approved) tips for your first day of work after maternity leave.
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Clare Stephens
Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine
Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz
Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Video Editor: Julian Rosario
Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.
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