Parenthood

Barry Du Bois is a much-loved television presenter, author and dad to twins Arabella and Bennett.

In this episode, Barry opens up about his extraordinary journey to fatherhood after years of IVF, adoption and surrogacy attempts, and how finally becoming a dad changed everything.

We also talk about parenting while living with incurable cancer, navigating uncertainty, teaching his children resilience, and what he hopes to leave them that has nothing to do with money or success.

A big thank you to our episode sponsor Nescafe the official cuppa partner to R U OK?

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This week I’m joined by mum of 4 and fashion icon, Lindy Klim. We delve into Lindy’s journey when it comes to relationships and parenting. We chat all things marriage separation, handling custody and your ex’s new partner, supporting your children and your own mental health during times of separation, all things teenage years and finding our strength and power again.

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Steve Bastoni is one of Australia’s most recognisable actors, but in this episode we’re talking about his role as husband and dad to three.

Steve opens up about overcoming addiction, being more than 17 years sober, supporting his wife through severe postnatal depression, and the impact these experiences had on him and his family.

We also chat about the pressure dads can feel to be “the strong one”, how fatherhood has shaped him, raising resilient kids, and how the simple words “Are you OK?” changed him.

A big thank you to our episode sponsor Nescafe the official cuppa partner to R U OK?

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Instagram: @nescafeanz
Website: https://www.nescafe.com/au/
Partnership with R U OK?: https://www.nescafe.com/au/campaigns/ruok-official-cuppa-partner

R U OK?
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Website: https://www.ruok.org.au/

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After a recent school excursion, I had a humbling parenting moment.

As the kids opened their lunchboxes, I couldn’t help but notice the colourful bento boxes, fresh fruit and vegetables, and healthy homemade snacks. It made me realise that maybe it was time to lift my lunchbox game.

In this episode, I share why comparison isn’t always a bad thing, practical ways to encourage kids to try new foods without turning mealtimes into a battle, and simple lunchbox ideas that are realistic for busy families. Most importantly, it’s a reminder that parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about making small improvements that add up over time.

If you’ve got a lunchbox hack your kids actually eat, I’d love to hear it! DM me on Instagram @parenthoodpod.

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What does fatherhood really look like behind the scenes?

This Father's Day, I'm joined by Scott O'Halloran and Marcus Sellen to chat about life as dads to two-year-old twin boys. We cover the realities of becoming parents, how fatherhood has changed their relationship, navigating the mental load, balancing careers and family life, and the conversations more men should be having about parenthood.

Whether you're a parent, parent-to-be or simply love honest conversations about family life, this episode is full of laughter, vulnerability and practical advice.

A big thank you to our episode sponsor RedBalloon.

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