Are Australian parents okay? If you're finding parenting deeply exhausting, a study has found you're not the only one. Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks are unpacking why parents are feeling so stressed out. Plus, Stacey has a theory that might just be genius.
Also, are you constantly saying sorry for your kids just being...kids? We're discussing why we feel the need to apologise all the time and what it might actually be teaching them.
Plus, whimsical grandparent names. Everyone is now 'Mimi' and 'Zaza' instead of 'Nanna' and 'Pop'. We discuss whether this new trend is just an act of rebellion from Baby Boomers who flatly refuse to grow old.
Reccos:
Stacey is loving Sea Monkeys, bringing back pure 90s nostalgia for an entry-level pet experiment.
Amelia recommends The Kids Book of Paper Love, a stationery-stuffed Amazon find perfect for kids to build scissor skills.
Monique is loving Danny Go on YouTube, his joyful dances that support a grieving family.
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What To Listen To Next:
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- The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff Up
- The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled
- So, Are You A Popcorn Mum?
- The Lunchbox Theory & Our Complicated Feelings About YouTube
- The 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' Hack
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What to read:
- Hannah Waddingham is known for Ted Lasso. But she's done so much more than that...
- 'Life goes tits-up... but I love it.' This nana's advice for new grandparents.
- "To all of you who help us raise our kids, thank you": An ode to grandparents.
- 'I've been a therapist for 25 years. Every parent asks the same question, but it's the wrong one.'
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Clare Stephens
Acting Group Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz
Video Editor: Julian Rosario
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
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