A weekly look at parenting as it truly is: confusing, exhausting, inspiring, funny, and full of surprises. Join Tegan Natoli and Annaliese Todd every Monday as ...
On today's show, we observe the vast array of species within the 7 different types of lunchbox parents. From the "Meal Prep Maven" to the "Same Sandwich Soldier" and everything in-between. Each carry their own set of belief systems and rituals in how they ensure their child's daily sustenance. Join our "experts" for a peek behind the pantry door and find out if you are indeed a Pintrest Picasso? THE END BITS If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. We’re listening! Send us a voice message, email us at [email protected] CREDITS: Hosts: Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd Producer: Thom Lion Audio Production: Jacob Round Gift a Mamamia subscription: Head here to give the best stuff for women. We’ve compiled all the best resources for new mums in a free newsletter. Join the mailing list. Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From The Archives: Things Only People Without Kids Say
"When I have a baby, I'm only going to feed them organic, homecooked meals." "I'm just going to potter around this weekend". And the other hateful things that non-parents say. Also today, something that none of us want to contemplate - raising money to save your child. We talk to a mother who had to do just that. Plus, is it ever okay to spray-paint the kids’ room? And Holly's has a nit warning to all parents. END BITS Your hosts are Holly Wainwright and Andrew Daddo The website for Rare Cancers Australia is here Angus' crowdfunding campaign reached it's goal, you can read about that here Contact the show via email: [email protected] This show is produced by Holly Wainwright and Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast NetworkBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Managing Back-to-School Big Feelings with Gen Muir
Today parenting guru and How To Build A Human host Gen Muir shares her expert wisdom on navigating back-to-school transitions, managing after-school meltdowns, and the art of 'love bombing' our kids. Whether you're sending a little one to school for the first time or dealing with teenage brain fog, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you ride this emotional roller coaster with them like a seasoned pilot. Plus, we hear some of your conundrums and give our unsolicited thoughts in our new segment "Community Notes". THE END BITS Check out Gen Muir's podcast “Beyond The Chaos” Here ALSO listen to How To Build A Human We’re listening! Send us a voice message, email us at [email protected] CREDITS: Hosts: Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd Guest: Gen Muir Executive Producer & Audio Production: Thom Lion Gift a Mamamia subscription: Head here to give the best stuff for women. We’ve compiled all the best resources for new mums in a free newsletter. Join the mailing list. Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Kids Don’t Want To Go To School? Maybe It’s Time For Unschooling
It’s no secret that as the school holidays draw to a close many parents are preparing to send their kids back to school for another year. But that reality looks a little different for those families who chose to unschool. Different from traditional homeschooling, unschooling is an entirely separate frontier of education… and it’s got people divided. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here And listen to this episode of This Glorious Mess Liked this episode? Mamamia is curating 100 hours of summer listening. Check it out here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Rebecca English, Lecturer at the School Of Teacher Education & Leadership at Queensland University of Technology Hilary Uhr, unschooling parent Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Little Love Stories: Magic Beach, When A Book Ignites Your Dreams
The best books of our childhood not only entertained us, they shaped the way we see the world. After captivating children and families for 30 years, Alison Lester’s beloved book MAGIC BEACH has been brought to life on screen by director Robert Connolly (Paper Planes) and some of Australia’s leading animators. So today Grace Rouvray sits down with Alison to talk about her own reading rituals, and how they can inspire children to dream. Of course they also unpack why her book adaptation will be a magical moment for Australian families. THE END BITS What type of friend are you? Click here to take our free quiz. If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. Tell us what you really think so we can give you more of what you really want. Fill out this survey and you’ll go in the running to win one of five $100 gift vouchers. Subscribe to Mamamia We’ve compiled all the best resources for new mums in a free newsletter. Join the mailing list. CREDITS: Host & Producer: Grace Rouvray Guest: Alison Lester Audio Producer: Jacob Round Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A weekly look at parenting as it truly is: confusing, exhausting, inspiring, funny, and full of surprises. Join Tegan Natoli and Annaliese Todd every Monday as they discuss all the disasters and delights of parenting with a healthy dose of advice from our trusted experts.
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