This week, Monique, Amelia, and Stacey are discussing the ‘Jessica’ hack gone slightly awry. We talked about it. Our listeners tried it, and some of the results were…spooky. So, why has even Jessica Biel weighed in on this viral trend?

Also, we unpack the YouTube-ification of Netflix and why Danny Goh and Miss Rachel are suddenly taking over our Netflix profiles. We dive into the ‘Wild West’ of YouTube and why it’s banned in Monz’s house after a Peppa Pig incident.

Plus, we talk about the list of things you must be able to perform to be considered a fully-fledged ‘Supreme Adult’. From public speaking to calling the doctor yourself, what exactly is a normal sleep pattern when you have small humans anyway?

And, we discuss ‘The Lunchbox Theory’ and why we collectively need to lower the bar and become ‘underachieving’ parents.

The Recommendations

• Stacey: The Swan Princess (1994) – Now on Netflix! It features a French frog voiced by John Cleese and a princess who demands more than just 'you're pretty'.
• Amelia: Taco Goat Cheese Pizza – A $15 card game that actually makes teenagers laugh.
• Monique: Biozet Attack – The supermarket laundry detergent with the magic enzyme that actually gets the 'funk' out of bed-wetting accidents.

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• The 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' Hack
• Golden Retriever Dads & The ‘You Come Last’ Rule
• The Celebrity Who Loves Bad Kids & The Sibling Effect
• The Bad Habit That's Back & The Politics Of ‘Bagsing’
• New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand
• Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test
• Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
• The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
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What to read: 

• 'I'm the breadwinner, and my husband stays home. Stop asking this one question.'
• 'I thought training for a marathon meant weeks of mum guilt. This one moment changed everything.'
• 'I thought I was raising my son right. Then he made one comment.'

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Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and Amelia Lester unpack the 'max 3-hour mum' theory. That’s how long Skims co-founder and Kardashian-adjacent CEO Emma Grede thinks women should spend with their kids each day on weekends. We discuss whetther the mother of four's ‘quality over quantity’  approach is genius - or missing the point.

Also, is kids’ sport officially broken? From private strength sessions for 8-year-olds to parents getting red-carded on the sidelines, we ask when sport stopped being about 'having a go' and started being a ‘gateway to success’.

Plus, what exactly is the 'Jessica' hack? We discuss the viral TikTok trick that could snap your child out of a spiral.

And, in our modern screen age, is there any merit to the old-school rule that children should be ‘seen and not heard’?

RECCOMMENDATIONS:

Monz recommends: The Art Gallery (it’s free!), beach patrol (also free!) and the ultimate school holiday hack - a trip to Bunnings.

Amelia recommends: The Brinkley Yearbooks Series by Sarah Sax 

Stacey recommends: Age of Attraction on Netflix and Harry Styles’ YouTube cover of ‘Everybody Wants to Rule the World’.

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• Golden Retriever Dads & The ‘You Come Last’ Rule
• The Celebrity Who Loves Bad Kids & The Sibling Effect
• The Bad Habit That's Back & The Politics Of ‘Bagsing’
• New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand
• Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test
• Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
• The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
• FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

What to read: 

• 'I'm the breadwinner, and my husband stays home. Stop asking this one question.'
• 'I thought training for a marathon meant weeks of mum guilt. This one moment changed everything.'
• 'I thought I was raising my son right. Then he made one comment.'

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Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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We’re unpacking the 'parenting rule' that blew up the comments section this week: While the kids are awake, you come last. The Internet had thoughts and so do Monique Bowley, Clare Stephens and Amelia Lester. So, does putting yourself first actually make you a better parent?

Plus, we look at the the Barbie Dream Fest — or as the internet is calling it, Fyre Festival for toddlers. Imagine paying $190 USD for an ‘immersive experience’ only to find a warehouse, a concrete floor and a cardboard box with a pink blanket. 

Also, Parks and Recreation actor Chris Pratt's wife Katherine Schwarzenegger has paid tribute to him on social media, calling him a 'Golden Retriever Husband', after he built their daughters a doll house. So why is the Internet still so annoyed with him over an Instagram caption from 2021 about opening a jar of pickles?

And, we explore why a Sydney school’s experiment to ditch school uniforms was ulimately an epic fail.

Our Recommendations:

🏀 Monz is loving the Noisy by Nature podcast on the ABC Kids Listen app — think David Attenborough meets The Wiggles.

📖 Clare recommends the Houdini Stop from Big W to stop your toddler’s great car seat escape.

🧴 Amelia is loving Brain Quest Smart Cards for screen-free fun at cafes

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• The Celebrity Who Loves Bad Kids & The Sibling Effect
• The Bad Habit That's Back & The Politics Of ‘Bagsing’
• New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand
• Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test
• Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
• The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
• FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

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Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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Have you ever seen a video online that made you feel like you were failing at a job you didn't even apply for? Welcome to parenting in 2026.

This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and special guest, Clare Stephens, are diving into a viral trend romanticising the bond between young siblings—and it's left some only-child parents feeling a little judged.

Plus, we discuss the basketball coach who went viral for screaming in a player's face. Was it ‘toxic’ or exactly the kind of high-stakes motivation our ‘gentle parenting’ era is missing?

And, if your child throws a tantrum in the middle of a busy shopping centre or sticks their fingers in someone else's birthday cake, they may have a fan in award-winning actress Viola Davis. We explain why.

Our Recommendations:

🏀 Monz is loving this Amazon Lock Phone Box.

📖 Clare recommends midwife Jen on Instagram @_jen_hamilton_

🧴 Stacey is loving the COSRX Snail mucin power essence.

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• The Bad Habit That's Back & The Politics Of ‘Bagsing’
• New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand
• Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test
• Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
• The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
• FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
• So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

What to read: 

• 'My mum and dad had 8 kids. Here's the most important lesson I learned growing up in a big family.'
• OPINION: 'You're not gentle parenting, you're Instagram parenting.'
• "I'm 34 with three kids. My expectations of friendship have completely changed."
• 'My best friends ghosted me after I had a baby. It taught me a lesson I didn't expect.'
• Flakiness is out of control at the moment.

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Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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Today, the rise of the Gen Alpha CEO is officially in full swing as Victoria Beckham’s daughter, Harper Seven, launches a beauty brand at 13. Monz, Stacey and Amelia ask at what point we decided teenagers need a corner office and a dedicated PR team instead of just... a hobby.

Plus, is ‘bagsing’ a spot in the playground slide queue ever acceptable, or have we officially lost our collective marbles? We unpack the world of park politics, optimisation and whether it’s just another form of snow-plough parenting.

Also, is it time to start running your home like a large corporation? We’re diving into the ‘family AGM’ trend and why the shareholders in one host’s house are very unhappy.

Our Recommendations:

🥞 Stacey is loving the viral ‘potcake’ hack from TikTok, which involves flipping a whole saucepan to create the perfect pancake stack.

📖 Monz recommends Meltdown by Lauren Novak, a well-researched deep dive into ‘mum rage’ that makes every burnt-out parent feel seen.

📺 Amelia recommends SNL's MAHAspital, a comedic take on The Pitt, describing the medical drama as ‘competency porn’ for those who love watching experts excel at their jobs.

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• New Twin Dad Luca Enters The Chat & Divorce Just Got A Rebrand
• Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test
• Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
• The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
• FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
• So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

What to read: 

• Someone needs to gently tell Harper Beckham this is a bad idea.
• 'I watch TV for a living. These are the 13 best shows of 2025.'
• What the hell has happened to the school Easter bonnet parade?
• The bleak reason smoking is 'back' has zero to do with cool.

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Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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Move over "conscious uncoupling". Divorce is getting a rebrand. This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and Amelia Lester unpack Hollywood Actor Lake Bell’s unconventional approach to explaining her split to her kids. So, why is she banning the word ‘but,’ and is she onto something?

Plus, Australian influencer Indy Clinton has gone viral for struggling with her sons kindergarten times tables, and honestly? Same. So, is homework still a thing in 2026 or is it time to let kids just be kids?

And, a viral post by Jana Barrett has the internet talking about the invisible labor behind every successful man. He got the trophy, she got the school run. It has us asking, do we all deserve a medal for carrying the mental load?

And our very own Jessie Stevens and Luca Lavigne are officially parents of three after twins Harry and Margot came into the world slightly earlier than planned.  Luca checks in from the NICU 'baby bubble' to tell us how they’re navigating life as a family of five.

Our Recommendations:

💇‍♀️ Stacey is obsessed with The Wavytalk thermal blow dry brush for a smooth, salon-style finish. 

📚 Amelia recommends the Babysitter’s Little Sister graphic novels.

📝 Monz has been hit hard by Darragh Fleming’s poem ‘If I Ever Have Boys’.

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test
• Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
• The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
• FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
• So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
• Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers
• The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

What to read: 

• 'As a teacher of 20 years, I’ve seen what homework can do to a student.'
• Indy Clinton was determined to unmask her trolls. She's just been handed a 64-page report.
• The 2026 BAFTA nominations are out, and Aussies are making their mark.
• 'I can't stop Googling my ex from 7 years ago. It has nothing to do with missing him.'
• 'The perks of divorce nobody talks about. But everyone should hear.'

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Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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Young Millennials and Gen Z are currently spiralling over the ultimate 'Why Now?' question: To procreate, or not to procreate? To help, they’ve resurrected an unlikely guru from the 1980s — Merle Bombardieri — whose decades-old 'Rocking Chair Test' is currently trending as the ultimate fix for biological-clock-induced brain rot. We unpack whether a 40-year-old therapy book can actually solve the most high-stakes dilemma of our lives.

Plus, Amelia Lester, Monique Bowley, and Stacey Hicks are diving into the rise of the 'Empty Parenting Weekend'. And, from Matt Damon’s viral 'don’t blink' dad take, to the obsession with Paul Mescal’s mum, we’re asking: Why is Hollywood parenting suddenly so wholesome?

Our Recommendations:

🏝️ Stacey recommends Survivor season 50 on Stan, an all stars season that spans 25 years of the show's iconic winner. 

🏃‍♀️ Amelia recommends trading the solo gym sessions for rugby preseason drills with the kids.

🌙 Monz recommends ‘Mummy Mondays’, her ritual for getting kids to open up about their worries by simply looking at the ceiling in the dark

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
• The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
• FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
• So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
• Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers
• The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

What to read: 

• There's a new parenting trend, and it's basically the excuse we've been waiting for.
• 'It's never the big stuff that derails our family trips. It's... everything else.'
• 'Australian Survivor has restored my faith in reality TV men.'
• 'I help women decide whether or not to have kids with these 5 questions.'
• 'I'm child-free by choice. But when my friend told me she was pregnant, I felt grief.'

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Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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Parents of children who are 'short sleepers' — kids genetically programmed to survive on four hours of rest (and pure chaos) — we see you. We unpack the science on Parenting Out Loud this week of why some kids are simply 'built different'... and why the rest of us are drowning in caffeine.

Plus, we need to talk about the fetishisation of the 'Involved Father'. From Chris Hemsworth’s commemorative tattoos to the rise of the ‘Swiftie Dad,’ why does society throw a parade when a man does the bare minimum, yet side-eye Bobby Cannavale for skipping the Golden Globes to go to a reptile expo? (Justice for Bobby, tbh).

And, ex-One Directioner Zayn Malik is single-handedly causing Tooth Fairy inflation, but the real digital horror story is the school Facebook group. Is opting out of the 'digital footprint' a smart move, or does it just make you the ‘weird’ privacy parent who everyone is accidentally tagging anyway?

Our Recommendations:

💄 Stacey recommends the Mecca Max Vol. Tubing Mascara for the ultimate ‘lash socks’ that actually come off without a fight.

📕 Amelia could not put down I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy, a comic masterpiece that’s a fascinating, heartbreaking glimpse into Hollywood.

🍣 Monz recommends the $10 Kmart sushi maker to save your bank account from the ‘chicken nugget’ of the 2020s.

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
• FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
• So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
• Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers
• The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?
• The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight
• Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

What to read: 

• 'I'm raising my daughter with a single mum I met online. I'll never live with a man again.'
• MIA FREEDMAN: 'What the Taylor concert was really like.'
• This is why celebrities are boring now.

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Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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This week, Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester, and guest host Clare Stephens are diving into the 'beige food' epidemic and why modern snack culture might be to blame for your toddler’s refusal to eat anything that isn’t plain pasta or chicken nuggets.

And we discuss the the emotional cost of being an 'easy kid'. If you were the child who always got a gold star, never made a fuss, and now find yourself over-apologising to your barista, this one is for you. We talk about why we might actually want our kids to be a little bit... difficult.

Plus, a heated debate over 'fart-proud' vs. 'fart-shame' households and why there's now official permission to stop feeling guilty about letting your kids watch TV.

Our Recommendations:

⛸️ Stacey recommends getting your kids to record vlog style videos when FaceTiming the relatives gets too boring. 

🐎 Amelia is obsessed with The Sound of Music. Yes, the classic movie from 1965. 

🎧 Clare recommends The Paper Dolls by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Rebecca Cobb.

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What To Listen To Next: 

• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
• So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
• Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers
• The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?
• The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight
• Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

What to read: 

• The emotional cost of being the 'easy child'.
• 'You either grew up in a "fart-proud" or "fart-shame" household. It tells me everything.'
• We need to talk about farting in relationships and the narrative that 'girls don't s**t'.
• 'I've cut my kids' screen time without them even noticing using these 3 simple swaps.'
• 'I've finally cracked the code to screen time, and it only took this one thing.'

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Clare Stephens

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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This week on Parenting Out Loud, we're joined again by Luca Lavigne, so of course things went off without a hitch. 👀

Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester and Luca are here to unpack the rise of 'Trimester Zero,' and why the over-optimisation of parenting our kids is officially getting out of hand. 

Plus, is the art of 'gathering' officially dead? Are we too scared of judgement, toddler tantrums and messy living rooms to accept anyone into our home? And at what point did hosting become synonymous with performing? 

And, the 'creepy' parenting rituals we all have to try to hold on to time, and why sushi in our kids' lunchboxes is the latest humble brag.

Our Recommendations:

⛸️ Stacey is obsessed with Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing on Netflix. 

🐎 Amelia recommends All Her Fault on Binge and horse riding (sort of).

🎧 Luca is loving the Spotify DJ, the AI playlist that can get you out of that listening rut.

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What To Listen To Next: 

• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
• Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers
• The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?
• The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight
• Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

What to read: 

• 9 things I wish I knew before my first trimester of pregnancy.
• 5 parenting hacks to instantly elevate your daily routine.
• 17 women on the tips and tricks that helped them most with a toddler.
• A complete guide on how to not lose your s**t at family gatherings.

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Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Luca Lavigne

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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Is a mum's job ever done? That's the question that's come off the back of a viral moment from the Wuthering Heights press tour after its star Jacob Elordi was spotted doing something that has everyone talking. Monz, Stacey, and special guest Luca Lavigne debate whether this red carpet incident was a sweet moment for Jacob and his mum or... totally gross. 

Plus, Claire Danes just said the quiet part out loud about what's being touted as the very last parenting taboo. So, how would you feel about a surprise pregnancy at 44? The internet has its opinions — and so do our hosts. 

And, is a clear bench top the only thing standing between you and a cortisol spike? From 'CleanTok' to 'Sunday Reset', domestic drudgery on social media is undergoing a rebrand with a surprising cohort leading the charge. 

Our Recommendations:

💆 Stacey is obsessed with @toupeequeen. A new TikTok niche she's discovered of Toupee application videos. 

🎨 Monz recommends creating 'something crap' in front of your kids to break the cycle of perfectionism and celebrate the power of making mistakes.

🧚 Luca is loving the dummy fairy, as the ultimate strategic ally for transitioning toddlers away from their pacifiers.

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• Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud
• Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers
• The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?
• The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight
• Bluey's Hottest Character & The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition
• The Precise Reason We Need To Reverse The Parent-Child Hierarchy
• A Genius Mental Health Pyramid & Our Dirty Little Parenting Secrets
• No-Hugs Christmas & Where Are All The Weird Kids?
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What to read: 

• 'Trust me, this cleaning routine will save you hours each week.'
• Claire Danes should have been happy to fall pregnant at 44. She felt something else entirely.
• 'Trust me, these 3 hacks will make your home feel instantly cleaner.'
• 'The world is choosing daughters, but here is my case for the "boy mum".'

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Luca Lavigne

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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