Parenting Out Loud

A three-year-old soccer star, a viral video and cops called to the sidelines. What on earth has happened to parents at kids' sport? Amelia brings us the story that's divided the internet, while Monz makes a passionate case for the 'ordinary kids'.
Meanwhile, could a packet of wet wipes end a 30-year friendship? One mum has had enough of being the designated snack supplier and general packhorse for her friend.
Plus, the billionaire tech mum who asked AI to describe her daughter in three words, and the 'Switch Witch' is coming for your kids Halloween lolly haul.

RECCOS:
Stacey: This kids digital camera
Monz: A homemade dupe of Bakers Delight $15 scones (in the newsletter this week)
Amelia: BRICK - the app to get more control of your screen time
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"A Second Baby Ruined My Life" & The Phrase We Apparently Can't Say
The New ‘Mummy Wine Time’ & CDs Are Sooo Back
"You Should Leave Your Husband" & Is Weaponised Pooing Really A Thing?
The World’s Worst Kid's Party & Is This The Gold Standard Divorce?
Why You Should Cancel That Playdate & We Have Oreogate News
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What To Read Next:
'An open letter to "sports parents": Can we please calm down.'
Kids sport in Australia is broken.
"Deciding on a child care service? Here's exactly how to know if it's the right fit."
'We're adding unborn children to waitlists'. The reality of Australia's childcare deserts.
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Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley
Video Editor: Matt Perry
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
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Just when you thought the summer school holidays couldn't get any longer, one Australian school has announced it's finishing up next year in NOVEMBER. Yes, November. Cancel Christmas. You'll be too busy organising vacation care.
Meanwhile, the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is back, this time with a post-partum Angel. Has motherhood become the ultimate marketing strategy?
Plus, a six-year-old drew a picture of what she wants to be when she grows up and her school turned it into an AI-generated image of her adult self, and the internet is furious. I guess we're outsourcing childhood imagination to ChatGPT now.
And, RIP the humble iron. Apparently nobody's ironing anymore, and Stacey would like to know if we can make that official.
RECCOS:
Stacey recommends an entire city. Brisbane. No notes.
Monz is thriving in middle-age with a stick vaccuum that lives in her carport - the Dyson Konical + Auto Empty Dok
Amelia recommends the Big Boob T-shirt from Adelaide label Blue Sky Day. Finally, a T-shirt that understands ample bosoms.

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What To Listen To Next:
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"A Second Baby Ruined My Life" & The Phrase We Apparently Can't Say
The New ‘Mummy Wine Time’ & CDs Are Sooo Back
"You Should Leave Your Husband" & Is Weaponised Pooing Really A Thing?
The World’s Worst Kid's Party & Is This The Gold Standard Divorce?
Why You Should Cancel That Playdate & We Have Oreogate News
Rent-A-Nana & Can Meghan Rebrand Motherhood?
Where Have All The Rissoles Gone & “Who’s Your Least Favourite Relative?"
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What To Read Next:
Independent MP Helen Haines has lost both legs after alleged attack, husband says.
Everyone's asking if Kylie Jenner deserved the Fantasy Bra. That's the wrong question.
The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is back like nothing happened. But there's a lot we've forgotten.
Australian schools and the use of technology and AI.

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CREDITS:
Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley
Video Editor: Matt Perry
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
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A viral essay from a dad admits he loves his kids but having a second child ruined his life. Is going from one kid to two really the parenting tipping point nobody warns you about?
Meanwhile, there's a Tik Tok debate over the phrase “You get what you get and you don't get upset.” Because wait, aren't we supposed to be validating ALL the feelings?
Amelia has the story of a mum who let her five-year-old walk to a pond alone and she's ended up with a criminal conviction. Have we become so obsessed with protecting our kids that we've forgotten to let them live? And what is all this intensive parenting costing mums?
Plus, the Hollywood toxic mums' group chat has made it all the way to Mexico on holiday. Everyone's invited. Well, not everyone.
Reccos:
Stacey recommends the chicken ick hack from TikTokker Aims that's going to change your schnitzel game.
Monz recommends Go-To Very Glowy Primer, for looking well-rested when you're absolutely not.
Amelia recommends An Argument, an episode of This American Life about a mother, her teenage daughter and the parenting decisions they don't agree on.
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What To Listen To Next:
Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
The New ‘Mummy Wine Time’ & CDs Are Sooo Back
"You Should Leave Your Husband" & Is Weaponised Pooing Really A Thing?
The World’s Worst Kid's Party & Is This The Gold Standard Divorce?
Why You Should Cancel That Playdate & We Have Oreogate News
Rent-A-Nana & Can Meghan Rebrand Motherhood?
Where Have All The Rissoles Gone & “Who’s Your Least Favourite Relative?"
Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts
What To Read Next:
Ashley Tisdale had the chance to do something wild. She took it.
Her 5-year-old walked to the park alone. Now she's a convicted criminal.
'I finally decided to have a second baby, but wasn't expecting this shameful symptom.'
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley
Video Editor: Matt Perry
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.
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Cocaine use is rising in suburban Australia, and one story about “cocaine mums” went absolutely bananas this week. Is this mummy wine culture 2.0?
Meanwhile, CDs are back and suddenly a Discman with wired headphones is cool again. But maybe The Great Unplugging isn’t really about nostalgia. Maybe parents are just desperate for a device that doesn’t have an algorithm attached to it.
Plus, the Aussie dad who gave his kids an almighty dressing-down over the pool fence, Kim Kardashian's four nanny system, and Ben Affleck's existential crisis on a podcast.
Reccos:

Stacey recommends 70 Up on SBS On Demand

Amelia recommends this merino wool sauna hat to look cute while sweating

Monique recommends building a Christmas Battery Box with the greatest hits:
AA, AAA, C's, LR44, CR2032, A precision screwdriver set ... and tiny scissors.
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What To Listen To Next:
Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
"You Should Leave Your Husband" & Is Weaponised Pooing Really A Thing?
The World’s Worst Kid's Party & Is This The Gold Standard Divorce?
Why You Should Cancel That Playdate & We Have Oreogate News
Rent-A-Nana & Can Meghan Rebrand Motherhood?
Where Have All The Rissoles Gone & “Who’s Your Least Favourite Relative?"
What's Wrong With A Wine Playground & Is The Oreo Mum Even Real?
Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts
What To Read Next:
Cocaine and the school run: Inside Australia's suburban drug boom.
The viral headmaster speech young boys everywhere need to hear.
'My parents died within 8 weeks of each other. I only survived because of "strategic delusion".'
'My phone addiction was genuinely taking over my life. This is the only thing that fixed it.'
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GET IN TOUCH:
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley
Video Editor: Matt Perry
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.
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A 20-second clip of a mum carrying a baby, a backpack, and three trays of food had millions of strangers screaming “LEAVE HIM”. Is it the parenting equivalent of the Coldplay viral video?

Also, we regret to inform you there is now a name for husbands disappearing into the toilet for suspiciously long periods: weaponised pooping.
Also, if parenting feels impossibly hard right now, it's not your fault. We unpack the speech about Australian parenthood that had parents crying with relief, and the three changes that could actually make family life easier.
Reccos:
Stacey recommends the playlist; Chessy's denim shirt in The Parent Trap also her own; Girly pop songs that make you want to kick a door down
Amelia recommends Group Chat by Zoë Foster Blake

Monz's thanks you all for the vacuum help AND recommends a Digital Calendar to sort your family's life out.
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What To Listen To Next:
Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
The World’s Worst Kid's Party & Is This The Gold Standard Divorce?
Why You Should Cancel That Playdate & We Have Oreogate News
Rent-A-Nana & Can Meghan Rebrand Motherhood?
Where Have All The Rissoles Gone & “Who’s Your Least Favourite Relative?"
What's Wrong With A Wine Playground & Is The Oreo Mum Even Real?
Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts
What To Read Next:
I’m the Mom in That Viral Giants Clip. Let Me Tell You About My Husband.
'With a 20-second clip, the internet turned on my husband. Here's what really happened.'
Millie Bobby Brown just became a mum again. What she shared about motherhood is beautifully raw.
Georgie Dent just said the quiet thing about being a working mum out loud.
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GET IN TOUCH:
Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au
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Follow us on Instagram @parentingoutloud
CREDITS:
Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley
Video Editor: Matt Perry
Associate 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/subscribe
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.