Parenting Out Loud

This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and Amelia Lester unpack the 'max 3-hour mum' theory. That’s how long Skims co-founder and Kardashian-adjacent CEO Emma Grede thinks women should spend with their kids each day on weekends. We discuss whetther the mother of four's ‘quality over quantity’  approach is genius - or missing the point. Also, is kids’ sport officially broken? From private strength sessions for 8-year-olds to parents getting red-carded on the sidelines, we ask when sport stopped being about 'having a go' and started being a ‘gateway to success’. Plus, what exactly is the 'Jessica' hack? We discuss the viral TikTok trick that could snap your child out of a spiral. And, in our modern screen age, is there any merit to the old-school rule that children should be ‘seen and not heard’? RECCOMMENDATIONS: Monz recommends: The Art Gallery (it’s free!), beach patrol (also free!) and the ultimate school holiday hack - a trip to Bunnings. Amelia recommends: The Brinkley Yearbooks Series by Sarah Sax  Stacey recommends: Age of Attraction on Netflix and Harry Styles’ YouTube cover of ‘Everybody Wants to Rule the World’. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Golden Retriever Dads & The ‘You Come Last’ Rule The Celebrity Who Loves Bad Kids & The Sibling Effect The Bad Habit That's Back & The Politics Of ‘Bagsing’ New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin? The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid' FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  'I'm the breadwinner, and my husband stays home. Stop asking this one question.' 'I thought training for a marathon meant weeks of mum guilt. This one moment changed everything.' 'I thought I was raising my son right. Then he made one comment.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Jacob Round Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re unpacking the 'parenting rule' that blew up the comments section this week: While the kids are awake, you come last. The Internet had thoughts and so do Monique Bowley, Clare Stephens and Amelia Lester. So, does putting yourself first actually make you a better parent? Plus, we look at the the Barbie Dream Fest — or as the internet is calling it, Fyre Festival for toddlers. Imagine paying $190 USD for an ‘immersive experience’ only to find a warehouse, a concrete floor and a cardboard box with a pink blanket.  Also, Parks and Recreation actor Chris Pratt's wife Katherine Schwarzenegger has paid tribute to him on social media, calling him a 'Golden Retriever Husband', after he built their daughters a doll house. So why is the Internet still so annoyed with him over an Instagram caption from 2021 about opening a jar of pickles? And, we explore why a Sydney school’s experiment to ditch school uniforms was ulimately an epic fail. Our Recommendations: 🏀 Monz is loving the Noisy by Nature podcast on the ABC Kids Listen app — think David Attenborough meets The Wiggles. 📖 Clare recommends the Houdini Stop from Big W to stop your toddler’s great car seat escape. 🧴 Amelia is loving Brain Quest Smart Cards for screen-free fun at cafes Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Celebrity Who Loves Bad Kids & The Sibling Effect The Bad Habit That's Back & The Politics Of ‘Bagsing’ New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin? The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid' FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Jacob Round Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever seen a video online that made you feel like you were failing at a job you didn't even apply for? Welcome to parenting in 2026. This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and special guest, Clare Stephens, are diving into a viral trend romanticising the bond between young siblings—and it's left some only-child parents feeling a little judged. Plus, we discuss the basketball coach who went viral for screaming in a player's face. Was it ‘toxic’ or exactly the kind of high-stakes motivation our ‘gentle parenting’ era is missing? And, if your child throws a tantrum in the middle of a busy shopping centre or sticks their fingers in someone else's birthday cake, they may have a fan in award-winning actress Viola Davis. We explain why. Our Recommendations: 🏀 Monz is loving this Amazon Lock Phone Box. 📖 Clare recommends midwife Jen on Instagram @_jen_hamilton_ 🧴 Stacey is loving the COSRX Snail mucin power essence. SUBSCRIBE here to get 25% off an $89 annual subscription PLUS 25% off Nala. Your Mamamia discount will be applied at checkout. Then find your Nala code in the Subscriber Hub immediately after joining. Ends 1st April. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Bad Habit That's Back & The Politics Of ‘Bagsing’ New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin? The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid' FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  'My mum and dad had 8 kids. Here's the most important lesson I learned growing up in a big family.' OPINION: 'You're not gentle parenting, you're Instagram parenting.' "I'm 34 with three kids. My expectations of friendship have completely changed." 'My best friends ghosted me after I had a baby. It taught me a lesson I didn't expect.' Flakiness is out of control at the moment. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Jacob Round Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, the rise of the Gen Alpha CEO is officially in full swing as Victoria Beckham’s daughter, Harper Seven, launches a beauty brand at 13. Monz, Stacey and Amelia ask at what point we decided teenagers need a corner office and a dedicated PR team instead of just... a hobby. Plus, is ‘bagsing’ a spot in the playground slide queue ever acceptable, or have we officially lost our collective marbles? We unpack the world of park politics, optimisation and whether it’s just another form of snow-plough parenting. Also, is it time to start running your home like a large corporation? We’re diving into the ‘family AGM’ trend and why the shareholders in one host’s house are very unhappy. Our Recommendations: 🥞 Stacey is loving the viral ‘potcake’ hack from TikTok, which involves flipping a whole saucepan to create the perfect pancake stack. 📖 Monz recommends Meltdown by Lauren Novak, a well-researched deep dive into ‘mum rage’ that makes every burnt-out parent feel seen. 📺 Amelia recommends SNL's MAHAspital, a comedic take on The Pitt, describing the medical drama as ‘competency porn’ for those who love watching experts excel at their jobs. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin? The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid' FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  Someone needs to gently tell Harper Beckham this is a bad idea. 'I watch TV for a living. These are the 13 best shows of 2025.' What the hell has happened to the school Easter bonnet parade? The bleak reason smoking is 'back' has zero to do with cool. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Move over "conscious uncoupling". Divorce is getting a rebrand. This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and Amelia Lester unpack Hollywood Actor Lake Bell’s unconventional approach to explaining her split to her kids. So, why is she banning the word ‘but,’ and is she onto something? Plus, Australian influencer Indy Clinton has gone viral for struggling with her sons kindergarten times tables, and honestly? Same. So, is homework still a thing in 2026 or is it time to let kids just be kids? And, a viral post by Jana Barrett has the internet talking about the invisible labor behind every successful man. He got the trophy, she got the school run. It has us asking, do we all deserve a medal for carrying the mental load? And our very own Jessie Stevens and Luca Lavigne are officially parents of three after twins Harry and Margot came into the world slightly earlier than planned.  Luca checks in from the NICU 'baby bubble' to tell us how they’re navigating life as a family of five. Our Recommendations: 💇‍♀️ Stacey is obsessed with The Wavytalk thermal blow dry brush for a smooth, salon-style finish.  📚 Amelia recommends the Babysitter’s Little Sister graphic novels. 📝 Monz has been hit hard by Darragh Fleming’s poem ‘If I Ever Have Boys’. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin? The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid' FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling? Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  'As a teacher of 20 years, I’ve seen what homework can do to a student.' Indy Clinton was determined to unmask her trolls. She's just been handed a 64-page report. The 2026 BAFTA nominations are out, and Aussies are making their mark. 'I can't stop Googling my ex from 7 years ago. It has nothing to do with missing him.' 'The perks of divorce nobody talks about. But everyone should hear.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young Millennials and Gen Z are currently spiralling over the ultimate 'Why Now?' question: To procreate, or not to procreate? To help, they’ve resurrected an unlikely guru from the 1980s — Merle Bombardieri — whose decades-old 'Rocking Chair Test' is currently trending as the ultimate fix for biological-clock-induced brain rot. We unpack whether a 40-year-old therapy book can actually solve the most high-stakes dilemma of our lives. Plus, Amelia Lester, Monique Bowley, and Stacey Hicks are diving into the rise of the 'Empty Parenting Weekend'. And, from Matt Damon’s viral 'don’t blink' dad take, to the obsession with Paul Mescal’s mum, we’re asking: Why is Hollywood parenting suddenly so wholesome? Our Recommendations: 🏝️ Stacey recommends Survivor season 50 on Stan, an all stars season that spans 25 years of the show's iconic winner.  🏃‍♀️ Amelia recommends trading the solo gym sessions for rugby preseason drills with the kids. 🌙 Monz recommends ‘Mummy Mondays’, her ritual for getting kids to open up about their worries by simply looking at the ceiling in the dark Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin? The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid' FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling? Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  There's a new parenting trend, and it's basically the excuse we've been waiting for. 'It's never the big stuff that derails our family trips. It's... everything else.' 'Australian Survivor has restored my faith in reality TV men.' 'I help women decide whether or not to have kids with these 5 questions.' 'I'm child-free by choice. But when my friend told me she was pregnant, I felt grief.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parents of children who are 'short sleepers' — kids genetically programmed to survive on four hours of rest (and pure chaos) — we see you. We unpack the science on Parenting Out Loud this week of why some kids are simply 'built different'... and why the rest of us are drowning in caffeine. Plus, we need to talk about the fetishisation of the 'Involved Father'. From Chris Hemsworth’s commemorative tattoos to the rise of the ‘Swiftie Dad,’ why does society throw a parade when a man does the bare minimum, yet side-eye Bobby Cannavale for skipping the Golden Globes to go to a reptile expo? (Justice for Bobby, tbh). And, ex-One Directioner Zayn Malik is single-handedly causing Tooth Fairy inflation, but the real digital horror story is the school Facebook group. Is opting out of the 'digital footprint' a smart move, or does it just make you the ‘weird’ privacy parent who everyone is accidentally tagging anyway? Our Recommendations: 💄 Stacey recommends the Mecca Max Vol. Tubing Mascara for the ultimate ‘lash socks’ that actually come off without a fight. 📕 Amelia could not put down I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy, a comic masterpiece that’s a fascinating, heartbreaking glimpse into Hollywood. 🍣 Monz recommends the $10 Kmart sushi maker to save your bank account from the ‘chicken nugget’ of the 2020s. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid' FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling? The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  'I'm raising my daughter with a single mum I met online. I'll never live with a man again.' MIA FREEDMAN: 'What the Taylor concert was really like.' This is why celebrities are boring now. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester, and guest host Clare Stephens are diving into the 'beige food' epidemic and why modern snack culture might be to blame for your toddler’s refusal to eat anything that isn’t plain pasta or chicken nuggets. And we discuss the the emotional cost of being an 'easy kid'. If you were the child who always got a gold star, never made a fuss, and now find yourself over-apologising to your barista, this one is for you. We talk about why we might actually want our kids to be a little bit... difficult. Plus, a heated debate over 'fart-proud' vs. 'fart-shame' households and why there's now official permission to stop feeling guilty about letting your kids watch TV. Our Recommendations: ⛸️ Stacey recommends getting your kids to record vlog style videos when FaceTiming the relatives gets too boring.  🐎 Amelia is obsessed with The Sound of Music. Yes, the classic movie from 1965.  🎧 Clare recommends The Paper Dolls by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Rebecca Cobb. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling? The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  The emotional cost of being the 'easy child'. 'You either grew up in a "fart-proud" or "fart-shame" household. It tells me everything.' We need to talk about farting in relationships and the narrative that 'girls don't s**t'. 'I've cut my kids' screen time without them even noticing using these 3 simple swaps.' 'I've finally cracked the code to screen time, and it only took this one thing.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Clare Stephens Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Parenting Out Loud, we're joined again by Luca Lavigne, so of course things went off without a hitch. 👀 Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester and Luca are here to unpack the rise of 'Trimester Zero,' and why the over-optimisation of parenting our kids is officially getting out of hand.  Plus, is the art of 'gathering' officially dead? Are we too scared of judgement, toddler tantrums and messy living rooms to accept anyone into our home? And at what point did hosting become synonymous with performing?  And, the 'creepy' parenting rituals we all have to try to hold on to time, and why sushi in our kids' lunchboxes is the latest humble brag. Our Recommendations: ⛸️ Stacey is obsessed with Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing on Netflix.  🐎 Amelia recommends All Her Fault on Binge and horse riding (sort of). 🎧 Luca is loving the Spotify DJ, the AI playlist that can get you out of that listening rut. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling? The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  9 things I wish I knew before my first trimester of pregnancy. 5 parenting hacks to instantly elevate your daily routine. 17 women on the tips and tricks that helped them most with a toddler. A complete guide on how to not lose your s**t at family gatherings. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Luca Lavigne Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is a mum's job ever done? That's the question that's come off the back of a viral moment from the Wuthering Heights press tour after its star Jacob Elordi was spotted doing something that has everyone talking. Monz, Stacey, and special guest Luca Lavigne debate whether this red carpet incident was a sweet moment for Jacob and his mum or... totally gross.  Plus, Claire Danes just said the quiet part out loud about what's being touted as the very last parenting taboo. So, how would you feel about a surprise pregnancy at 44? The internet has its opinions — and so do our hosts.  And, is a clear bench top the only thing standing between you and a cortisol spike? From 'CleanTok' to 'Sunday Reset', domestic drudgery on social media is undergoing a rebrand with a surprising cohort leading the charge.  Our Recommendations: 💆 Stacey is obsessed with @toupeequeen. A new TikTok niche she's discovered of Toupee application videos.  🎨 Monz recommends creating 'something crap' in front of your kids to break the cycle of perfectionism and celebrate the power of making mistakes. 🧚 Luca is loving the dummy fairy, as the ultimate strategic ally for transitioning toddlers away from their pacifiers. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling? The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition The Precise Reason We Need To Reverse The Parent-Child Hierarchy A Genius Mental Health Pyramid & Our Dirty Little Parenting Secrets No-Hugs Christmas & Where Are All The Weird Kids? Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  'Trust me, this cleaning routine will save you hours each week.' Claire Danes should have been happy to fall pregnant at 44. She felt something else entirely. 'Trust me, these 3 hacks will make your home feel instantly cleaner.' 'The world is choosing daughters, but here is my case for the "boy mum".' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Luca Lavigne Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Obama spoke about a very specific kind of reality check on the Call Her Daddy podcast: the exact moment you realise you’re no longer the main character in your child’s life. Monz is feeling this deeply and Amelia and Stacey unpack precisely why it hits so hard. Plus, a viral video of an airport lounge meltdown has us asking whether we've lost the ability to handle conflict without reaching for our phone. We dive into the rise of "public shaming" and whether we’re all just one bad day away from being filmed giving someone the finger.  And, move over “rawdogging boredom”, is “slow vacuuming” the new mindfulness trend? Monz is deep into this one but Amelia and Stacey remain firmly unconvinced. Our Recommendations: 🖼️ Stacey is obsessed with the renter-friendly Smarty Pals magnetic wall decals. 🍽️ Monz is loving the Marion's Kitchen Green Thai Curry It comes in a box with instructions even a 5 year old could follow. 🎾Amelia is loving backyard tennis from KMART for some family totem tennis with a serve of nostalgia. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling? The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition The Precise Reason We Need To Reverse The Parent-Child Hierarchy A Genius Mental Health Pyramid & Our Dirty Little Parenting Secrets No-Hugs Christmas & Where Are All The Weird Kids? Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  'I have 50-50 custody and nobody talks about the silent micro-grief.' 'I'm raising my daughter with a single mum I met online. I'll never live with a man again.' "I'm not just mummy. I'm also me." When Sally became a mother, she lost her sense of self. CLARE STEPHENS: A rude stranger, a note from a neighbour and the age of utter intolerance. MOVE by Mamamia is the app that helps you fit movement into your every day. Whether you have 10 minutes, or 45, we've got the workout that fits your time, space and body. Get $20 off an annual subscription until the end of January when you use code PARENTING at checkout. Start your free trial today. HUGGIES ULTRA DRY NAPPY PANTS: *BABY MILK BOTTLE 250ML GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Brooklyn Beckham family drama that's been all over the news and in our group chats this week has us questioning where 'doing your best' ends and maternal control begins. We unpack the power dynamics of the family unit and why the internet is obsessed with a 26-year-old finally finding his voice. Plus, from "Make Whole Milk Great Again" to the sudden arrival of Autistic Barbie, we’re looking at the  intersection of politics, branding, and... kids' lunchboxes. Also, a GP’s five-month suspension has raised some questions we need to unpack.And, some fabulous reccos to make life easier, more interesting and fun. Get it while it's hot. Our Recommendations: ☕ Amelia is all about Temple Trap a game for the kids and its associated app Playroom. 🍰 Stacey wants you to watch Heated Rivalry on HBO. 📺 Monz wants you to watch Ballkids on Netflix. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition The Precise Reason We Need To Reverse The Parent-Child Hierarchy A Genius Mental Health Pyramid & Our Dirty Little Parenting Secrets No-Hugs Christmas & Where Are All The Weird Kids? Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  'As a boy mum, the Beckham scandal is my literal nightmare.' CLARE STEPHENS: 'This is where Brooklyn got tired.' A very honest play-by-play of Brooklyn Beckham's viral statement. A minute-by-minute breakdown of Brooklyn and Victoria Beckham's wedding dance. 'Heated Rivalry forced me to ask myself a fundamental question. You're thinking it, too.' 'Millions of people are watching Heated Rivalry. It's the hottest TV show I've seen all year.' 'I've officially cracked the "cool mum" uniform with these 7 specific pieces.' We’re giving away a Your Reformer Pilates bed (worth $3,400) Subscribe to enter MOVE by Mamamia is the app that helps you fit movement into your every day. Whether you have 10 minutes, or 45, we've got the workout that fits your time, space and body. Get $20 off an annual subscription until the end of January when you use code PARENTING at checkout. Start your free trial today. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you an intensive millennial parent who feels stressed and burnt out? This week, we introduce the “Click Test,” which Amelia claims will change parenting for the better. Meanwhile, Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell are taking an unconventional approach — why they are raising their children to be "intentionally disrespectful".  Plus, Monz had a park fight with a man who told her to "get some f***ing control" because her kids were being, well, kids. We debate society's growing intolerance for children in public and ask 'Who's The Asshole?' And finally, we’re checking on our parents. Why are the older generation spending half their waking hours staring at screens, and why are they the most vulnerable group for online scams? Our Recommendations: 💍 Stacey is obsessed with a charm necklace from Gimme. 💸 Monz recommends the K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo. 🛍️ Amelia is loving her free calendar from the chemist, which helps her and her kids to visualise their holiday plans. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  There's a new parenting trend, and it's basically the excuse we've been waiting for. 'Other people's parenting nearly ruined my holiday. So now I'm a half-arsed parent.' 'I've finally cracked the code to screen time, and it only took this one thing.' CLARE STEPHENS: A rude stranger, a note from a neighbour and the age of utter intolerance. It's time we stopped putting ourselves first. MOVE by Mamamia is the app that helps you fit movement into your every day. Whether you have 10 minutes, or 45, we've got the workout that fits your time, space and body. Get $20 off an annual subscription until the end of January when you use code PARENTING at checkout. Start your free trial today. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting comes with big ideas, cultural moments and the occasional guilty pleasure, and this week we’re unpacking all three. Are fancy lollies the new Labubus? Stacey thinks this might be another sign adults are craving whimsy. Plus, Amelia has declared Bluey’s dad Bandit a certified DILF, and we dig into why hot dads are suddenly everywhere. And finally, Monz asks the hard question: has kids sport officially got out of control? Between fees, uniforms and weekend travel, is the cost of competition the newest victim of cozzie livs? Our Recommendations: 🚘 Stacey recommends the Kmart portable folding lap desk for just $13, a road trip game-changer with a built-in storage lid. ✋ Monz wants you to try a specific greeting when you bump into other mums on a walk or run — a free, instant mood booster! (Guess which host is rolling her eyes)  👜 Amelia is loving the Project Ten Beach Bag; a recycled plastic tote from a small Geelong business, which is perfect for Summer! Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts What to read:  Why grown adults are obsessed with toothy little monsters called Labubus. The rise of the teddy bear adult. 'The 'boring' parent is the unsung hero': 5 things Bluey has taught me about parenting. Good dads get more sex. It's official. And not even a little bit surprising. 10 realities of kids’ sport that every parent understands. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friends, do you too have a box of keepsakes? Perhaps teeny tiny socks, some pre-school era artworks, maybe even some old baby teeth or twenty? Well your parents might have been a collector and we pitch that perhaps there’s some truth to this form of maximalism.  Plus, are we rushing kids out of childhood? Experts are saying that to delay delay delay when it comes to kids’ first years of school but there are some serious things missing from that theory which we’re going to talk about.  And, why we might just need to reverse the parent/child hierarchy and force our kids to fit into our schedules. Monz, Stacey and Amelia make the argument that our friend catch ups and our schedules are JUST as important as Timmy’s 3 hour soccer practice.  Our Recommendations: 💌 Stacey recommends a Meghan-esque parenting hack to capture the moments you might otherwise forget.  📚 Amelia recommends The Crucial Years to help guide those tricky conversations about sex and puberty with your kids. 💄 Monz is all about the lanoplips 12 hr overnight lip mask. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts What to read:  'I'm being told to delay my son's start at school, so I went and got the facts.' Meghan Markle writes a letter every night. They won't be opened for years. Exactly how much it costs to put kids through school in 2025. 'I got a small pay rise at work. Our childcare fees are now crippling us.' 'I've cracked the childcare code during the school holidays (and no, it's not vacation care).' Does it still take a village to raise a child? We asked 20 mums. 'Say goodbye to your Saturday mornings!' 7 parents and an expert on kids' extracurriculars. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Holidays Parents! Are you having fun, are you a bit sweaty, dehydrated? Well don’t be, because today we're going to talk about: The mental health pyramid for both kids and adults that is both genius and incredibly simple. Plus, should you be able to choose who you sit next to on a flight and if so, would you ever sit next to a stranger’s baby again? And, do you have shameful little secrets? For some it’s Diet Coke, others the Real Housewives… Amelia it’s a rather quaint delicacy. We talk about the silly habits that get us through the motherhood trenches.  Our Recommendations: 🎒 Stacey recommends a car hack that will stop you foraging for all your sh*t and ensure you're never out of tampons again.  📺 Amelia is all for ABC Cartoon Live Stream. Sometimes newer just isn’t better.  🥬 Monz has got the best food hack you’ll ever hear, the Too Good To Go App is Uber Eats for restaurants/cafes fighting food waste. Want $30 assorted things from Bakers Delight for $10 - this is the place. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts What to read:  HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: The details that make Nicole and Keith's split kind of about us. The 5 'rules' for reclining your seat on a plane. The ripple effect of mental illness no one warned us about, and what actually helps. In defence of Diet Coke. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Christmas rush has officially brought a new generational conflict: Grandparenting on Eggshells. We unpack the tension between teaching kids bodily autonomy and avoiding the Grandma guilt trip. Plus, where did all the weird kids go? Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks blame late-stage capitalism, social media surveillance, and a collective fear of deviance for the new conformity epidemic. And, we've had a few epiphanies this week. Between sending your kids on an errand and rewatching a Christmas classic, we're realising just how much the mental load has increased for parents.  Our Recommendations: ☕ Amelia is all about sending kids to get a coffee. Empowering your little ones with a simple errand. 🍰 Stacey recommends making a fruit cake; it's showy, it's healthy and it's waaay easier than actually baking. 📺 Monz wants you to rewatch Home Alone as an adult. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Gentle Parenting Just Got Flipped Off & This Season's Ultimate Flex Is This Our “Seatbelt Moment” & The Royal Christmas Spiral A Wicked Elephant In The Room & The Science Behind The Perfect Age Gap The Exact Reason We Stopped Getting Naked The Rise Of Trad Sons & Sheet Masks For 3 Year Olds The Group Chat Is Out Of Control & Unpacking The Exhaustion Economy Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  Baby names, and the trap millennial women are falling into. 'Apparently, all kids need to hear these four words. Turns out, so do I.' 'Every parent has an ‘I Don’t’ list at Christmas time. Here’s exactly what’s on mine.' Conspiracies, real spiders and potato snow: 25 things you might not know about Home Alone. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the ultimate parenting flex actually… no gifts at all? Because according to The Cut, Millennial parents now fall into two dramatic camps:Camp Maximalist: “Here’s every toy that's ever been produced.”Camp Minimalist: “Your present is… presence.” Meanwhile, gentle parenting has officially been cancelled. After a viral post dragged the whole “boundary-less vibes only” approach, we’re gathered here today to mount a defence before it’s declared emotionally supportive manslaughter. And in other critical news, the internet is deep into an investigation of the gossip going on about the Millennial mum group — Ashley Tisdale, Mandy Moore, and Hilary Duff — basically the Avengers of wholesome parenting. What are they hiding? PTA secrets? Matching snack schedules? We will, of course, be looking into it with the seriousness it deserves… which is none. Our Recommendations: 🕺Stacey is all about jumping up and down 50 times a day. Fear not, she does explain why. 📖 Monz recommends The Heir Apparent by Rebecca Armitage. 🍹Amelia recommends cordial. Retro but brilliant.  What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Is This Our “Seatbelt Moment” & The Royal Christmas Spiral A Wicked Elephant In The Room & The Science Behind The Perfect Age Gap The Exact Reason We Stopped Getting Naked The Rise Of Trad Sons & Sheet Masks For 3 Year Olds The Group Chat Is Out Of Control & Unpacking The Exhaustion Economy The Favourite Child Taboo & Why Jennifer Lawrence's Honesty Hit So Hard Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  Gentle parenting is all over Instagram. But it's not always gentle on parents. OPINION: 'You're not gentle parenting, you're Instagram parenting.' 'I'm a parenting expert and there's a new parenting trend that could do more harm than good.' 'I was in the 'cool gang' of Mother's Group. I didn't like the person I became.' 'I joined a mother’s group for parenting tips. What I found was something darker.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Uh-oh. The Wiggles are in hot water after popping up in a video with some 'unusual' lyrics — and it’s forcing us to ask what we really expect from children’s entertainers. We’re also calling out the new under-16 social media laws as this generation’s 'seatbelt moment': a long-overdue, system-wide safeguard for kids’ developing brains. Plus, the problem with nostalgia. The 'last time' TikTok trend might look wholesome, but it could be quietly distracting us from the moments we’re actually living. And finally: how does your family decorate for Christmas? We’re diving into a certain Royal Family’s festive… enthusiasm. 👀 Our Recommendations: 💅 Stacey is obsessed with Sally Hansen instant nail polish remover.   🎨 Monz recommends the Cricut machine. 🥦 Amelia recommends 'crunch plates' to get the kids munching. What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud A Wicked Elephant In The Room & The Science Behind The Perfect Age Gap The Exact Reason We Stopped Getting Naked The Rise Of Trad Sons & Sheet Masks For 3 Year Olds The Group Chat Is Out Of Control & Unpacking The Exhaustion Economy The Favourite Child Taboo & Why Jennifer Lawrence's Honesty Hit So Hard Picnic Table Politics & The Era Of Tiny Spies The Scariest Truth about Halloween & A Nepo Baby Debate Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  We break down everything you need to know about Australia's under-16 social media ban. Details on how Australia's social media ban for under-16s will work are finally becoming clear. 'The 6 answers I needed about the social media age restriction that's coming.' 'What's your favourite nostalgic Christmas tradition? Your answer tells me everything.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Science has finally established the perfect age gap for siblings, but who is this helping? One of our hosts hates it more than others.  And it's the Wicked elephant in the room: Hollywood's return to extreme thinness is prompting us to question what's being modelled to our sons and daughters.Also, the rising trend of kindymoons. What are they? Who's taking them and why? We discuss. Plus, we deep-dive into the multi-billion dollar trend of matching Christmas pyjamas and whether this consumer identity is really for the kids, or just for the 'gram. Monique, Stacey and Amelia share where they stand.  Our Recommendations: 📺 Stacey wants you to watch The Celebrity Traitors UK on Tenplay. 🎄 Monz recommends the Lions Christmas Fruit Cake. 🎨 Amelia is obsessed with Posca Paint Markers. For help and support for eating disorders, contact the Butterfly Foundation’s National Support line and online service on 1800 ED HOPE (1800 33 4673). $21 off - Mamamia’s massive Black Friday Deal.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $48. Enjoy $21 off a yearly subscription, ends 1 December 2025! What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Exact Reason We Stopped Getting Naked The Rise Of Trad Sons & Sheet Masks For 3 Year Olds The Group Chat Is Out Of Control & Unpacking The Exhaustion Economy The Favourite Child Taboo & Why Jennifer Lawrence's Honesty Hit So Hard Picnic Table Politics & The Era Of Tiny Spies The Scariest Truth about Halloween & A Nepo Baby Debate Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  ‘I was exhausted by parenting alone. Now my best mate and her two kids live with me.’ 'My mum friends whispered their summer plans like secrets. Then I realised what we were doing.' A brutally honest review of the new Wicked movie. Okay, it's time we talk about the thing we're all too scared to talk about. 'This is the worst reality show I've ever watched. I never want it to end.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new trend of 'underconsumption core' is taking on Black Friday, but is this thrifty, anti-consumerist vibe even achievable for parents who are the ultimate victims of the 'stuff' economy? Special guest host Luca Lavigne joins Stacey Hicks and Monique Bowley to unpack. Plus, casual nudity is slowly disappearing from the public pool and gym change rooms but what does this mean for our kids? Welcome to the era of physical prudes but emotional nudists.  And, we're stumbling into Spotify Wrapped season, the annual moment of profound parental shame. We unpack the need for a 'Parent Incognito Mode' that censors results because nobody wants their friends seeing 9,000 hours of Chicken Boonana or KPop Demon Hunters. Our Recommendations: 👕 Stacey wants you to try a clever laundry hack. 💸 Monz recommends the instagram account Two Broke Chicks for all the Black Friday deals.  🛍️ Luca is obsessed with the app Shopback to get some money back on the purchases you're planning.  And an extra recommendation, to watch Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy on Netflix.  Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Rise Of Trad Sons & Sheet Masks For 3 Year Olds The Group Chat Is Out Of Control & Unpacking The Exhaustion Economy The Favourite Child Taboo & Why Jennifer Lawrence's Honesty Hit So Hard Picnic Table Politics & The Era Of Tiny Spies The Scariest Truth about Halloween & A Nepo Baby Debate The Royal Who Flipped The Script On Dads & The Unholy Truth About 'The Squeeze' So That's Why Magicians Are Back & The Eldest Daughter Theory Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  Spotify Wrapped is here. Here's what you need to know. 'K-Pop Demon Hunters is breaking records on Netflix. Here's why I'm obsessed with it.' As Black Friday sales kick off, these are the dodgy sales tactics to look out for. 'I’m teaching my daughter to love her body. But I hate my own.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Luca Lavigne Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shay Mitchell's skincare line for toddlers is here. So, are sheet masks for your three-year-old just some harmless fun, or the latest commodification of girlhood? And, everyone says “it takes a village”, but we beg to differ. Monique, Stacey and Amelia unpack why community is harder than ever to build, and whether we even want a village at all. Plus, we have a new term for you: 'Hub-Sons' (aka 'Trad sons'). These stay-at-home sons are  causing quite a stir amongst a particular group who are not very happy about this new breed of men. Our Recommendations: 🥗 Stacey recommends the Tik Tok famous, zero-cook 'Dense Bean Salad'. 🎄 Monz recommends um... 'wanking your tree' — bear with us here — it's the simple hack of making your budget friendly Christmas Tree feel a little more elevated.  🤓 Amelia is obsessed with Hard Quiz Kids, the trivia show that has her entire family invested.  Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Group Chat Is Out Of Control & Unpacking The Exhaustion Economy The Favourite Child Taboo & Why Jennifer Lawrence's Honesty Hit So Hard Picnic Table Politics & The Era Of Tiny Spies The Scariest Truth about Halloween & A Nepo Baby Debate The Royal Who Flipped The Script On Dads & The Unholy Truth About 'The Squeeze' So That's Why Magicians Are Back & The Eldest Daughter Theory Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  What to read:  '"Trad sons" are the new breed of men. And I'm not mad about it.' The Princess of Wales has released her first statement since announcing her cancer diagnosis. This 15-year-old launched her skincare line at Sephora. Kids as young as 8 attended. 'My 9-year-old asked to borrow my skincare. What she said next floored me.' Does it still take a village to raise a child? We asked 20 mums. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa KotowiczBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.