Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash

Matt has survived a total of 10 days with Laura oversees for work (please give him a collective round of applause). It's not been without its challenges - atrocious weather, illnesses, attacks from wild animals.The fact that he's made it through this period with the family unscathed is testament to the fact that he's such a great dad ! (Yes, it's Matt writing this). Ash is at his wits ends due to the fact that his kids refuse to eat the absolute garbage he cooks them (look at our socials for visual evidence). Gordon Ramsey would have an aneurysm if he saw what gets served in the Wicks household. Oscar also won an award at footy so our sponsorship of their team is already paying off. Plus, we tackle your questions! Is it ok to duck out for a second with your kid asleep? Does your kids ask 'why' all the time and how do you stop it? Make sure you share your best Petty Couples stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a bloody week - Matt had a nightmare of a flight with both girls when a passenger (who was off his head) threatened to break his nose. Next thing the cops were on the flight and the other passenger was escorted off the plane. WE KID YOU NOT! While Matt is making enemies, Ash is making friends at the local library during Rhyme Time! Meanwhile, the Wicks household is getting emotional and nostalgic about preparing little Oscar for kindy (primary school) next year. I just happens to be the same school Ash went to as a youngster. Please send your thoughts and prayers to the teachers ! Plus, we tackle your questions! Have you ever lost a child? What do you do if you don't like how your partner is parenting their kid? Make sure you share your best Petty Couples stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Come to the movies with us: https://bit.ly/3ziTTBa Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most anticipated guest since we found out Ash's wife is, in fact, real – Mrs April Wicks! April shares all of Ash's deepest, darkest secrets - from how he first got her attention at a bar on a Saturday night, how he spent two weeks courting her over text messages, not being able to afford their first dinner date to a proposal in San Francisco and what she thinks of his social media impersonations of her. We'll definitely get a glimpse of Ash's soft side! If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt has a new household member who is laying eggs in not only his children's hair but also his own. Ash's oldest son, Oscar, finds a new friend in Siri, but just like all friendships, this one comes with its highs and lows. Plus! Nanna Johnson answers your questions: How do you handle tantrums? Should you raise boys and girls differently? Make sure you share your best Petty Couples stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finally, after 5 years, Oscar gets a birthday party! Hope he doesn't expect one every year. Did everything go to plan? Well, Matt and Ash will let you be the judge of that. Make sure you share your best Petty Couples stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matilda’s superstar Katrina Gorry shares her remarkable journey from solo IVF to expanding her family with her partner Clara Markstedt. Katrina chats about the challenge of moving to Sweden with her 6-month-old daughter Harper, how motherhood reignited her career, and navigating the start of kindergarten. Matt and Ash spoke to Katrina a week before her partner Clara gave birth to their son! If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guess who just returned from her long senior Contiki Tour? Ellie, also known as Mum Johnson, is back from her two-month trip to France! It's also International Men's Health Week. Matt and Ash explain why they need to prioritize their health after personal sobering experiences. We encourage men to make regular doctor’s check-ups a routine part of life for you and the sake of your kids’ future. Let us know when you’ve booked your appointment with your local GP! Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] We're giving away FREE cases of STONE AND WOOD! All you have to do is share an IG story of you listening to Two Doting Dads! Be sure to tag @twodotingdads and @stoneandwood in the story, and one lucky listener will win a case of delicious beer every week! 🍺🍺🍺 Extra points for the most creative and number of posts 😉 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt shared the chaotic morning when he took the girls to daycare looking like little rats, only to realize it was the worst possible day for it. But it’s not all chaos—Matt also shares the romantic highlights of his weekend trip to Byron Bay, where he managed to get some sexy time, not once, but twice! Meanwhile, Ash dives into the intriguing dynamics of grandparent preferences, as Oscar favors Poppa for daycare pickups. Plus, the guys tackle the hilariously awkward moments when kids learn new words, featuring Macy's adorable mispronunciations. We have a new segment called Petty Couples! Make sure you share your best stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] We're giving away FREE cases of STONE AND WOOD! All you have to do is share an IG story of you listening to Two Doting Dads! Be sure to tag @twodotingdads and @stoneandwood in the story, and one lucky listener will win a case of delicious beer every week! 🍺🍺🍺 Extra points for the most creative and number of posts 😉 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Volkanovski says parenting makes UFC fighting feel like a walk in the park. Well, we won't be jumping into the ring with the bloke anytime soon! UFC former lightweight world champ, Alex Volkanovski is known as Alexander the Great in the octagon but is also a doting dad to three young daughters: Ariana (9), Airlie (7), and Reign (8 months). Standing by his side is his high school sweetheart, Emma, who has helped Volk balance the intense world of MMA with the equally demanding role of being a loving father and husband. Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any guest suggestions you have! If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] We're giving away FREE cases of STONE AND WOOD! All you have to do is share an IG story of you listening to Two Doting Dads! Be sure to tag @twodotingdads and @stoneandwood in the story, and one lucky listener will win a case of delicious beer every week! 🍺🍺🍺 Extra points for the most creative and number of posts 😉 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After many years of peer pressure and a creeping sense of dad guilt, Ash has finally caved. After finding a hungry caterpillar in his coffee, Matty J is widening his diet with bugs. Find out how the Allambie Jets football club has been performing since Two Doting Dads began sponsoring the team. Don't be surprised if the update differs from your expectations. We have a new segment called Petty Couples! Make sure you share your best stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] We're giving away FREE cases of STONE AND WOOD! All you have to do is share an IG story of you listening to Two Doting Dads! Be sure to tag @twodotingdads and @stoneandwood in the story, and one lucky listener will win a case of delicious beer every week! 🍺🍺🍺 Extra points for the most creative and number of posts 😉 In partnership with PUMA, we are giving away a signed NSW Blues and QLD Maroons jersey. Entry is simple: we are looking for those with a strong fan game. Just tag a mate you would like to share the prize with on our latest Instagram post and be sure to follow @PUMAFOOTY. We will pick a winner from each side!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash has made a mistake this week that you only make once as a parent: accidentally picking up the wrong kid from daycare. Meanwhile, Macy, always one to keep us on our toes, has developed a new and unique sleeping habit. Matty J has taken a moment away from parenting kids who don't want pancakes to audition for a big-time opportunity. Keep your fingers and toes crossed, people! We have a new segment called Petty Couples! Make sure you share your best stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] We're giving away FREE cases of STONE AND WOOD! All you have to do is share an IG story of you listening to Two Doting Dads! Be sure to tag @twodotingdads and @stoneandwood in the story, and one lucky listener will win a case of delicious beer every week! 🍺🍺🍺 Extra points for the most creative and number of posts 😉See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the Queen of Gosford herself! Lady Julia Morris, the doting mother of two young ladies, drops by post-jungle fever to share the good, the bad and the relatable of parenting. It's safe to say Matty J and Ash had no idea what they were getting themselves into, but keep up and enjoy the ride as Julia chats about how she dealt with divorce and telling her kids, miscarriage and the chaos of menopause. Julia is a long-time Aussie comedian and the much-loved co-host of Australia's version of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Buy our book: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Mother's Day! We adore you, and yes, we would not be here without you. ❤️❤️❤️ The Wicks spend a weekend away from the kids and decide to bring a carry-on friend with them for the trip. Can they get it through customs, though? Oscar has learnt a new phrase except he doesn't realise how rude he is! Matt treats Laura to the highly coveted parent sleep-in but reckons she's getting way more sleep than she thinks. Daddy J also has a new hack to convince Lola to love him and we're not sure how long he can keep up this new hack... We have a new segment called Petty Couples! Make sure you share your best stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] We're giving away FREE cases of STONE AND WOOD! All you have to do is share an IG story of you listening to Two Doting Dads! Be sure to tag @twodotingdads and @stoneandwood in the story, and one lucky listener will win a case of delicious beer every week! 🍺🍺🍺 Extra points for the most creative and number of posts 😉See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash shares something very rare on today's episode – advice. It's time for millennial parents to ditch Stranger Danger and introduce something new to their kids' vocabularly! Matt has a kleptomaniac on his hands. Can you guess which kid it is? Yep. You're probably right. We have a new segment called Petty Couples! Make sure you share your best stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] For more resources on keeping kids safe: https://danielmorcombe.com.au/keeping-kids-safe-resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kat Clark is truly a force to be reckoned with. With a platform boasting millions of followers across social media and a thriving skincare business, Kaladé, which she co-runs with her daughters Latisha and Deja. After falling pregnant at the young age of 17, Kat found herself in an abusive relationship, disconnected from her family on an island north of Queensland. Thankfully, she was able to escape her situation, start her life anew, and rebuild it to what it is today. We're immensely grateful to Kat for bravely sharing her story, and we encourage our dads to speak out about violence against women. If you or someone you know needs support, help is available:• 1800 Respect national helpline: 1800 737 732• Full Stop Australia: 1800 385 578• Women's Crisis Line: 1800 811 811• Men's Referral Service: 1300 766 491• 13 YARN: 13 92 76• Lifeline (24-hour crisis line): 131 114• Relationships Australia: 1300 364 277See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt has had to activate the almighty dad voice to a group of young teens at the footy this week. It's safe to say it put the fear of god into them. Are you a family that loves a good hand-me-down? Well, Ash does, and as a rare treat, he's surprised Macy with something new that she can't take off, even during bathtime. Speaking of bathtime, Marley dropped a bombshell during her night routine that shocked the Johnson household after she shared some new words she learned at daycare. We have a new segment called Petty Couples! Make sure you share your best stories with us 👇 Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OUR KIDS BOOK IS FINALLY AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER HERE! Guess who's made her way onto the podcast, FINALLY. Laura Byrne, Matt's lovely wife, is in the house, and it looks like Ash is third wheeling for this week's episode. The Johnson family have a new family member they'd like to introduce you to. Lola has shoved something up her nose, and Laura shares how she juggles mum's life, work and wife's life. Ash also has a dilemma on his hands – which anniversary should you celebrate? Wedding or First Date? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FIRST THINGS FIRST - OUR KIDS BOOK IS FINALLY AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER HERE! As a fellow girl dad, Tom Birmingham's working life is a world apart from his parenting life. Tom co-hosts one of the biggest (and dribbliest) sports podcasts in the nation and juggles this as a doting dad to Evie, 4, and Zoe, 2 ½, with his wife, Stef. Check out Hello Sport here https://www.hellosport.com.au/ Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FIRST THINGS FIRST - OUR KIDS BOOK IS FINALLY AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER HERE! It's a tale of two dads trying to catch up one one thing always gets in the way - the kids. We wrote as a story for kids that parents will also love. In other news, we all know that sexy time is a rare treat after having kids. Daddy needed his special time this week; however, some of us had to wait a little longer for it. Matt tolerates Ash's gripe and welcomes back his wife, Laura, with open arms, but things take a turn when he doesn't get what he wants. Ash has had a particularly GOOD week all around if you know what I mean * wink *. He also took Oscar to his first footy game, and it turns out he's a good luck charm! The only downside to Ash's week was being mistaken for a predator at a park...But let's not focus on the negative! We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: What's something you wish you were better at as a parent? Do guys actually not care what our body looks like after kids? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big breath in, big breath out! Matt is solo parenting this week, and the kids are running an absolute muck while Mum is away. Lola's 3 AM wake-up calls have left Matt sleep-deprived, causing accidental moments like reaching for two-week-old milk for breakfast 🤮 Ash, on the other hand, is running after Macy, who's escaped to a place he can't go. Meanwhile, his son Oscar has a black eye, and you'll never guess how it happened... We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: What's one thing you wish your wife understood more? How do you cut a toddler's hair? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Growing up in America, Sean Szeps always wanted to be a mum until he realised that a few things were standing in the way of that dream. Sean is a podcast host, writer, and content creator who has found a platform to share his journey as a gay husband raising 6-year-old boy-girl twins Stella and Cooper. As you can imagine, Sean's road to becoming a dad is full of ups and downs, including surrogacy, overcoming post-natal depression and parenting mishaps. Buy Sean's book 'Not Like Other Dads' here https://shorturl.at/lJOUX If you or someone you know is struggling, be sure to contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue at 1300 22 4636. Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt and Ash hate the Easter long weekend. Kids are jacked up on sugar, daycare charges you the public holiday, and you can't escape it because the roads are packed full of other families trying to escape. The only upside is that the calories don't count during Easter. Ash takes the family to the Royal Easter Show, entering with the best intentions but leaving as a very full man. Matt is trying to find time to have sex longer, but life is getting in the way. In an unrelated topic, he also shares his personal experience with gender disappointment. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: How do you manage gender disappointment? If you were born a woman, would you go through the process of birth? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A silent killer is taking on innocent nanas! Matty J arrives home with Nana Johnson and the kids in tow. Unfortunately, Nana makes the fatal mistake of exclaiming aloud, 'Well, that was pretty painless!' Matt isn't prepared for what will happen next. Meanwhile, April is away for work, which means Ash is the primary parent of two kidlets. It's time to bring in backup—mum! By the way, have you ever been on the world's tallest escalator? We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: Can you have it all? Did you sleep train your kids by letting them cry themselves to sleep? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James and Clair Buckley's parenting life began when they first met in their early twenties. At that time, James was filming a movie spinoff about the popular TV show The Inbetweeners. Imagine their surprise when they found out Clair was pregnant after only six months of knowing each other! Matt and Ash chat to James and Clair about what it's like to raise kids in England and all the other things that come with being a Buckley. Check out Sickness And In Health Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/62lDZO6FSNG1b9nHRrGaLG Check out the YouTube channel At Home With The Buckleys https://www.youtube.com/@AtHomeWithTheBuckleys Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After spending a whole week away from the kids, Matt J and Ash have decided to take the whole family on a cruise. This is also the first time the dads have experienced each other's parenting styles in all their glory, and let's just say things didn't go so smoothly. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: What age should you stop being naked in front of your child? What is a lazy game you play with your kids? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. Book your cruise with P&O and receive 10% off any value fare* Use the code: TWODADS *T&Cs apply, valid on cruises until July 2025 Use this link to purchase: https://bit.ly/48L0uQM If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt and Ash are back on home soil after a week in Vegas and missing the kids. Matt shares his experience watching The Weasel (AKA Ash) on full display in Las Vegas. When he finally gets home and returns to the game of parenting, his sweet children test his form and throw him several curveballs. Ash takes the title of The Weasel seriously whilst in Vegas and makes some of the greatest weasel moves known to man. Unlike Matt, he doesn't return to his kids but a pitstop on the south coast. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: Who is the better parent – Matt or Ash? What is your favourite go-to bedtime kid's book? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt and Ash have jumped on a flight to Las Vegas without the kids! (Do people even take their kids to Vegas?) Kayo has invited the dads to get amongst the excitement of the NRL Las Vegas launch, so it's time to get LOOSE. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: Do you miss your kids when you're away from them? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's spaghetti bolognese night at the Johnson household again, except a new ingredient has been added to the menu... No one prepares you for this when you become a parent. Matt also has a new trick up his sleeve to make Lola love him, inspired by Pavlov's dog. After a wild night at the Blink 182 concert, Ash realises that he can no longer handle hangovers like he used to in his pre-parenting days. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: How did you go with kids starting solids and choking/gagging? What are your thoughts on kissing your kids on the lips? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much are you willing to spend on a fruit salad platter? Last weekend, Lola turned the big three. When it rains, it pours, leaving poor Lola afraid that no one will turn up to her party, but even Ash makes the trek. Matt may have left the catering at the last minute and may have also spent waaay too much on a fruit platter. Ash is dealing with a gremlin child who crawls into Mum and Dad's bed every night. Oscar has somehow managed to smuggle a foreign crunchy object into the bed that freaks out Ash. Oh, and Matt has a new toy to add to his bug-killing collection. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories and have a crack at answering your listener questions: What are your opinions on swearing in front of kids? When is the right time to move your kid from cot to bed? Slide into our DM's @twodotingdads with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads. If you need a shoulder to cry on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The plan for today's ep definitely wasn't to talk about shit nonstop.. but here we are. Apologies ! Macy is in the running for a world record for largest poop (based on poop to body weight ratio). There's actually a semi blurred image that we'll put on socials if you're brave enough to look. No judgment. Ash had a little shart incident over the weekend, which (credit to him) hasn't happened in a little while. Thoughts and prayers to his Uber driver. Matt and Laura took the kids to a great new park. Unfortunately it was cut short as Laura's coffee went right through her and the park didn't have toilets. Also worth mentioning that Lola still hates Matt but he's trying his best to turn things around. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: How would you feel if you couldn’t have children? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first bonus ep for 2024 and first doting mum on the pod! Sorry to make you all wait so bloody long for this ep featuring the one and only Amy Gerrard - but here she is. Amy is a hilarious pod host, writer entrepreneur, mum to three beautiful kids and wife to a hunk of a husband. We chat about life before kids, dating, how she new her husband was 'the one', the reality of parenthood, tips for dads, juggling three kids and plans for the future. Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any Doting Dads or Mums you'd like us to interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash has reached his Facebook marketplace limit - he now flat out refuses to have any involvement with his wife's transactions. He's even gone as far as locking himself in the toilet when he hears a buyer knock on the door. Good news is April's never made more money flogging off their old furniture. One of Matt's mottos when it comes to parenting is 'always follow the path of least resistance'. Over the weekend, this path led him down to his local cafe with Lola who brought along a slightly inappropriate item with her. Turns out Lola is into BDSM. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: What’s the one thing you really miss about pre-kid life? What's the best thing about post-kid? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We start this episode with an update regarding Lola's hatred of her dad - the poor, desperate, lonely Matty J. You know which dad has kids that don't hate him - Ash. It might be because he's an all-round great guy or maybe it's the fact that he's saved his kids countless times from the ferocious animals that reside in Warriewood (geckos). Also worth noting that he caught and released a mouse during the week. Doctor Dolittle eat ya heart out. Matt found himself in an awkward situation at the park during the week after some school girls tried to sell him some cake. Only issue is that he didn't have cash and they didn't accept card. The solution? Matt asked for their home address so he could drop some money in their letterbox. As you can imagine - it didn't go down well. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: Do you ever show your kids Disney movies? What are your top tips for helping your partner when they're breast feeding? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're bloody lucky to be releasing this ep today - whilst Ash was mid-jog through the lovely streets of Warriewood, he was approached and threatened by none other than... Mr Freeze himself !!! Luckily he runs like the wind and survived to tell the tale. Ash has also found a New Years resolution list that is arguably one of the world's best. Matt has moved into the bach pad (spare room downstairs) after Laura contracted mild pneumonia and a horrendous cough. Dont worry.. after many sleepless nights, Matt is finally feeling much better. Happy to also confirm Laura made a full recovery. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: If there was one part of parenting that you never had to do again, what would it be? How do you and your wife resolve arguments? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WE'RE BACK BABY ! Matt's transition into Ash has continued as he realised that Christmas is actually the most stressful time of the year and he's happy to see the back of it. The fact that he and Laura decided to remove Lola's dummy during this month might have had something to do with it. For reference, it's going terribly. As you can imagine, Ash had a lovely time with his extended family during Christmas. As he always says - the more family, the better! Nan had nothing but praise in regards to the new calendar she brought to the senior citizens clubs (ps there's still 40 left online). Although Ash did have to reprimand her for a word she called Oscar at a public pool. We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: As a dad, how do I maintain his sanity with 2 week old and 2 year old? Were your kids always more interested in mum or does my kid just hate me? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's our last ep of the year! Don't cry because it's over - smile because it happened. But fear not, we'll be back in Jan with more parenting tales. In today's ep, Matt has been struggling with Lola who has had her dummies ripped from her life. They took the cold turkey approach, which went down like a lead ballon. Ash has had another run in with a mouth salesman (dentist) who tried to sell in a crown for Oscar. Not on Ash's watch! Just when Matt thought the meltdowns were ending, a lovely family trip to the RSL turned sour when they bought tickets to the Christmas raffle and lost. Serenity now! We share your best Toddler Meltdown stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: What's your 'go to' cheap meal for kids? How many times does your kid fart a day? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lots to get through in this ep - she's bloody jammed packed! Firstly, Ash's haemorrhoids are back and he's shittng out leaves. We've launched the world's (unofficial) sexiest calendar - Choreplay 2024. Entering the calendar industry hasn't been smooth sailing e.g we left it bloody late to get them printed before Christmas, printed prices are at an all time high and being sexy for 12 photos is exhausting. Good news is that there's still a few left online if you want to be slightly aroused. Matt gets to the bottom of why Ash hates Christmas and pin points it down to the fact that he never had a Christmas tree as a child. Also, Macy has just started assaulting all members of the house (mostly Oscar). We share your best Ordinary Parenting stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: Ash - is it difficult sending Oscar to two different daycares with friends and routine? Is having kids expensive and does it get any better? We also have a discount code 'twodotingdads' for Budgy Smuggler, which will get you 20% off at the checkout! Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another bonus ep. And we know what you're thinking. Shit, these boys dish out more bonus eps than Ash gets hemorrhoids. You're absolutely right. And for that we say, you're welcome. Today we sit down with radio star, comedian and tv host - Nick Cody. We chat about how he accidentally became the nanny of two kids when he was a teenager, disciplining American kids at summer camp, why he thought he'd never be a dad, the nightmare of juggling a new born and morning radio, why he got off the grog for a year and the best part of road tripping around Victoria with his two boys. Watch Nick's stand up special, Live at the Corner Hotel, here. Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any Doting Dads or Mums you'd like us to interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kick off this episode with an update on Mr Freeze - unfortunately he didn't like the idea of the family home being sold so he decided to ward off potential buyers at the open house with a samurai sword. Stay tuned for more details. Turns out Marlie still needs a bit of practice as mum - she took her baby doll down to the beach and drowned her in front of other shocked parents. Remind Matt never to take lifelike dolls down to the beach again. April had a session with the girlies on the weekend, which meant her hangover happened to be on one of the best beach days (weather wise) we've had all year. Ash has reached new doting dad levels as he made the trip solo. Round of applause for Ash please ! We share your best Ordinary Parenting stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: Can you explain why my child bangs their head on the mattress repeatedly every time we put them to bed (video on our socials) Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would you believe it - we've got international !? Well.. not us, our guests. Today's bonus ep features social media sensation, comedian, singer, actor and doting dad. Trey Kennedy ! We chat about the worst thing to happen to him in high school, blowing on on social media, texting Shawn Mendes, turning social media into a fully fledged career, birth plans in America, brining the fam out to Australia and the struggles on adjusting to life with a new born. Get tickets to Trey's stand up show, Grow Up, here. Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any Doting Dads or Mums you'd like us to interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash has just returned from a relaxing little weekend away with some families from his mother's group. Whilst he was on the shitter, he noticed a strange note on the door in front of him. Turns out, the house they were staying out was stricter than a nun's convent. The most important rule? Never talk about the rules on a parenting podcast, which Ash was happy to break. Matt also had a weekend away, however something happened that shook him to his core. He was out-daded by another dad. Both Marlie and Lola had moved on to green pastures a.k.a a more fun dad in the pool. Let's hope Ash doesn't get the same idea. We share your best Ordinary Parenting stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: Are there any good parts of parenting? How do you deal with others judging your parenting? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Macy (Ash's daughter) had her birthday over the weekend and Ash managed to tick off another year without throwing her a bday party. How I hear you gasp? All will be revealed in this ep. Matt had to deal with the tantrum of the century the other day, which was off the back of Marlie being told she wasn't a twin with Lola, they were just sisters. When he wasn't managing tantrums, he was dealing with Lola eating her bodyweight in lollies that hidden in the pantry. Joys of life with toddlers! We share your best Ordinary Parenting stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: I have four boys who will wee everywhere except inside the toilet bowl. So sick of it, help ! How to get a toddler to wear underwear? He will wear a nappy or commando but no undies, off in three seconds. Any advice? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daycare - what the hell would we do without this glorious organisation that helps give parents all across the world their weekly relief? Although, as much as we love her, she's not without her pains. Matt has to battle tantrums, tears and parking inspectors just to make it to his drop off (what a hero). Ash has to deal with his kids guilting the hell out of him - those cunning little gremlins will even cry fake tears with their faces pushed up against the fence railing in the hope that they get to spend another day at home. Does it work... absolutely. We share your best Ordinary Parenting stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: Any advice to help kids brush their teeth ? What are your thoughts on a double pram - genius idea or huge mistake? Also, get early access to Budgy Smugglers Black Friday with a 25% discount site wide by using the code twodotingdads at the checkout! Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a lot of stigma attached to depression and anxiety amongst aussie men, despite 1 in 5 battling these illnesses in their lifetime. In this episode, Ash talks through his mental health journey - starting from adjusting to life as a new dad, realising he had a problem, seeking professional help and maintaining his health. A huge thanks to Ash for agreeing to share his story - we hope that it helps anyone out there who is also dealing with their own mental health journey. If you're wanting to reach out for help, please speak to these fantastic organisations: Lifeline. Call: 13 11 14 Available 24/7 Suicide Call Back Service. Call: 1300 659 467 Available 24/7 Beyond Blue. Call: 1300 22 4636 Available 24/7 Ash and Matt will be joining thousands of runners at More Than A Run to help raise funds for Movember. You're able to challenge yourself in a 60km, 30km, or 10km distance that will take place on November 25. Sign up here! Also, massive thanks to Lululemon for supporting us and the pod. Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt has returned back to Sydney after travelling with Laura and the kids to Canberra and Brisbane for the final two Life Uncut live shows. Three nights with two kids crammed into one bedroom was nothing but joyous and relaxing. Who wouldn't want to spend the night in a piss stained cot (Matt not the kids). Matt also got pink eye, they airline lost one of their bags and Laura got covid. Ash is sounding a little under the weather after his mum house-sat a cat infested apartment over the weekend, which gave Ash's sinus an absolute beating. Fear not, we will continue to record this episode rain, hail, cat allergy. We share your best Ordinary Parenting stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: How do you stop the crocodile death roll on the change mat? How long was it until you were used to wiping asses? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt and Ash have very differing views on how to deal with a stubborn toddler. It's off the back of a run in Matt had with a stubborn toddler in the local library - they wouldn't give up their spot on the interactive screen and Matt's soft touch had zero impact. We share your best Ordinary Parenting stories as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: How to tell if your kid is ready for school / kindy How to find your fellow dad tribes as a new dad? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would you bloody believe it, we've manage to lock down Anthony Field a.k.a the Blue Wiggle for a chat. Anthony has lived one hell of a life - 3 years in the army, accidentally falling into a career in early education and then helping create one of the most prolific music groups of all time. The Wiggles have knocked up 30 million combined sales in CDs and DVDs and released 12 platinum albums since their formation in 1991. In addition to this, Anthony is also a great dad to three beautiful kids. He opens up about not ever thinking he'd be a dad, the parts of parenting he misses the most and what it's like to share the stage with his daughter. If this ep didn't give you the full Wiggles fix you wanted, Hot Potato: The Story of the Wiggles is out now on Prime Video and it's an absolutely fantastic doco. Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any Doting Dads or Mums you'd like us to interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash is back and we're not sick any more - actually, that's a lie because Ash has a strong case of spitty bum post Bali. He shares his highs and lows from the trip, which includes trying to get 4 kids to sleep-over in the one room so the the Dads can keep hanging out and enduring long haul flights with toddlers. Matt's discovered the hardest part of parenting girls - having to do their hair in the morning. He also had an incident with Marlie where a midnight nose-picking session has caused the world's biggest nose bleed in his bed. To make matters worse, he was charge twice by the cleaners to remove the stains. We share your best Parenting Lies as well as have a crack at answering your listener questions: I have a 10-month old. When she wakes up in the morning, I do everything to prolong her morning sleep. If I bring her into our bed she babbles, hits, climbs all over us. What are your tips to keep your child in bed? Or is it a lost cause? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash's body continues to battle ailments - just after he was starting to get over his cold, his haemorrhoids have begun to flair up. Fingers crossed he'll be back to full health in no time (don't hold your breathe). Matt's having a tough week with Laura on the road with her Live Show tour - he's had to take on the bulk of the domestic duties but after getting the horns one night (whilst Laura worked late) he needed to air out his frustrations. Budgy Smuggler's Ordinary Parent segment is back with some beautiful submissions from the parents of this country. We also have a crack at answering your parenting questions: How did Matt and Ash meet and what made them want to start a podcast? How do you deal with other parents accusing your child of doing something mean? Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any parenting question you need answered by a couple of doting dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's ep is a little different - Ash has taken a few weeks off to frolic around Bali with the fam. Before he left, we recorded a very special episode with Matt's mum who happened to be in town. Ellie Johnson is a proud mum of five kids. We spoke about whether or not she planned to have such a big family, the hardest phase of parenting, what Matt was like as a teenager, the real story behind Matt's circumcision, what she thought of Laura on the Bachelor and her secret to looking so bloody good at the age of 71. Huge thanks to Ellie for being so awesome to chat to (I love you mum). Follow @twodotingdads on Instagram here. Or slide into our DM's with any Doting Dads or Mums you'd like us to interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.