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Parenting Out Loud

Parenting Out Loud

Written by: Mamamia Podcasts
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Your weekly dose of culture-savvy conversation parents actually want. We break down the latest from the zeitgeist, news cycle and trending MumTok conversations, with smart takes and zero sugar-coating.

Sharp, funny, never sanctimonious: if parents are thinking it, we’re talking about it.. Hit play and join the group chat.

2026 Mamamia Podcasts
Episodes
  • The One Word You Need To Stop Saying & Were 90s Mums 'All That'?

    The One Word You Need To Stop Saying & Were 90s Mums 'All That'?
    May 29 2026
    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. New Mamamia subscribers get $40 off — $20 off an annual membership and $20 off your TWOOBS order. Click here to subscribe. Already a subscriber? Click here for your $20 TWOOBS discount code. T&C's apply. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud'Crying Cafes' & A Mother-In-Law Red FlagSigns You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff UpThe Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially CancelledSo, Are You A Popcorn Mum?The Lunchbox Theory & Our Complicated Feelings About YouTubeThe 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' HackConnect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 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.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family 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 Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    35 mins
  • 'Crying Cafes' & A Mother-In-Law Red Flag

    'Crying Cafes' & A Mother-In-Law Red Flag
    May 22 2026
    Sienna Miller and Laura Henshaw are presenting two very different versions of new motherhood in our feeds — so why is the internet upset with both of them? Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks dive into the unrealistic expectations on new mums and how there might be no right answer. Also, Mandy Moore has officially entered the chat over Ashley Tisdale’s viral ‘toxic’ mum group essay back in January, and suddnely it feels like we're back in high school. Plus, Japan's late-night ‘crying cafes’ offer the ultimate sanctuary for exhausted mothers, and it’s made us think about the other midnight hotlines we absolutely need right now. And, a grandmother's dilemma goes viral after she joins her grandchildren's PTA without asking. We unpack the unwritten rules of family boundaries and why tension is the price we pay for a village. New Mamamia subscribers get $40 off — $20 off an annual membership and $20 off your TWOOBS order. Click here to subscribe. Already a subscriber? Click here for your $20 TWOOBS discount code. T&C's apply. Reccos Amelia recommends Evil Witches, an irreverent email newsletter that perfectly captures the reality of family holidays. Monz is loving Unleashed, a hilarious podcast delivering an honest truth bomb about long weekends after divorce. Stacey recommends Off Campus on Amazon Prime, a hot and deliciously cliché college hockey romance. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out LoudSigns You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff UpThe Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially CancelledSo, Are You A Popcorn Mum?The Lunchbox Theory & Our Complicated Feelings About YouTubeThe 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' HackConnect your subscription to Apple Podcasts What to read: 'I joined a mother’s group for parenting tips. What I found was something darker.'The Ashley Tisdale and Hilary Duff mum group fallout, explained from the very start.HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'This is what 43 looks like now: 23 and pregnant.' GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Clare Stephens Acting Group Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz Video Editor: Julian Rosario Assistant 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    32 mins
  • Signs You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’

    Signs You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’
    May 15 2026
    How soon is too soon to return to work after having a baby? Netballer Paige Hadley was back on the court ten weeks postpartum — and the internet had thoughts. Monique, Amelia, and Clare unpack why we all have so much to say about other women's postpartum choices. If you've ever given up on pairing the kids' sock or let them quit that extracurricular activity — you might be a 'Beta Mum'. We dive into why mums are rejecting the optimised parenting grind and whether it's a feminist revolution or just collective burnout. Plus, the low-key genius parenting hacks hiding in a Reddit thread, and this week's recommendations. Reccos Amelia recommends Celeste Barber's BOOIE Excellent BB Cream. And right now, it's $40 at Woolies. Monz is loving Bad Company on the ABC, if you love Fisk, Utopia or Australian comedy, this is your show. Clare recommends Smocks by Little Chomps to protect your little one's clothes every meal time. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out LoudThe School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff UpThe Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially CancelledSo, Are You A Popcorn Mum?The Lunchbox Theory & Our Complicated Feelings About YouTubeThe 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' HackGolden Retriever Dads & The ‘You Come Last’ RuleThe Celebrity Who Loves Bad Kids & The Sibling EffectConnect your subscription to Apple Podcasts What to read: You're not a hot mess. You're just a Type C parent.10 parents told us the best hacks guaranteed to halve your mental load.'Balance doesn't exist': 12 women on what they wish they knew about going back to work after maternity leave.7 (totally non HR-approved) tips for your first day of work after maternity leave. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Clare Stephens Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Content Manager: Talissa Bazaz Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Video Editor: Julian Rosario Junior Content 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    39 mins
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