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The Parenting Business

The Parenting Business

Written by: Stuart Malcolmson with Ben Lovejoy
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If you're a parent and you're in business, whether you own it or manage it, then this podcast is for you. Stuart and Ben are both multiple business owners trying to juggle work and family life. We discuss how things are going, the ups and downs of running businesses and how that affects weekly family life. We also talk about other things happening in the world, give our views on it and chat to other parents in business, to discover their stories, secrets, hints and tips for both better business and family life.Stuart Malcolmson with Ben Lovejoy Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Shit Doesn't Just Come From Business Partners But This Episode Might Actually Put You To Sleep!
    Apr 23 2026

    Summary

    This week Ben and Stuart are talking Shit and it's not just their usual drivel! The chat openely about theri usual weekly lows and highs, the shit achievements of their kids, creating routines in life and then generally waffle about their lives and experiences. All of this coupled with the Big Question,Dad Joke of the Week and Ben is pleased to finish the show a bit differently, with a relaxing story to help you really drift off to sleep!


    Don't forget to subscibe, so that you can catch up with us every Thursday and please do leave us a comment and reiew, to help us spread the message and show other business and parents that they are not alone in their Parenting Business.


    If you have any stories, hints, tips or just generally want to share your thoughts, please drop us an email to podcast@parentingbusiness.com


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Weekly Catch-up

    01:16 Celebrating St. George's Day and Naval Delays

    02:15 Family Routine and Personal Updates

    03:03 Business Challenges and Company Closure

    05:21 Positive Business Developments and Client Trust

    06:10 Parenting Milestone: Daughter Sleeps Through the Night

    07:26 Children's Sleep Patterns and Bedtime Routines

    09:16 Playdates and Socializing Kids

    11:27 Parenting Perspectives on Social Play

    12:44 Child's Progress and Nappy Off Incidents

    14:05 Weekend Plans and Routine Appreciation

    15:38 The Power of Routine and Habits

    16:48 Setting Goals and Training for Races

    19:26 Returning to Fitness and Habit Formation

    21:07 Using Challenges to Motivate Change

    22:03 Celebrating Recognition and Achievements

    23:03 Humorous Questions and Kids' Curiosity

    24:58 Humor in Language and Cultural Differences

    26:39 Language and Spelling Fun with British and American English

    28:09 Uncertainty About Why Jumpers Are Called Jumpers

    28:35 Dad Jokes and Parenting Humor

    30:53 Upcoming International Guest and Future Plans

    31:32 Bedtime Stories and Parenting Humor

    32:54 Storytime and Parenting Relaxation

    34:25 Humor in Bedtime Routines and Sleep Challenges

    35:49 Closing Remarks and Parenting Reflections


    Keywords

    parenting, routines, dad jokes, family milestones, humor, parenting challenges, bedtime stories, personal stories



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    36 mins
  • Finding The Happiness Beyond Family Challenges
    Apr 16 2026

    Summary

    This week Ben shares a lot about the challenges he's faced over the year with members of his family and the effect it's had on him personally. With, at times, very strained relationships between himself and certain family members and how the very sad death of a relative allowed reconciliation for a while. He then shares how a shift in mindset has allowed him to accept that despite the difficulties, he knows there is always reciporical love, no matter what.


    Coupled with the usual highs and lows, Big Question and Dad joke of the week, it's not all doom and gloom in this heart opening episode.


    Don't forget that you can contact us to talk about your Parenting Business by either leaving a comment or emailing us at podcast@parentingbusiness.com


    Please also fo remember to hit the subcribe button and leave us a 5 Star review, to share your love and support, across the world of business ownership and parenting.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to The Parenting Business Podcast

    02:56 The Swear Jar Challenge

    05:49 Highs and Lows of Parenting and Business

    11:33 Family Time and Quality Experiences

    16:17 Exploring Side Hustles and Reselling

    19:15 Consumer Tips and Insights

    19:32 The Value of Resale and Reuse

    20:54 Navigating Family Dynamics and Insecurities

    21:22 Understanding Family Relationships and Personal Growth

    26:10 The Impact of Family on Personal Identity

    29:39 Finding Strength in Adversity

    34:36 Rewiring Personal Narratives

    37:12 Embracing Change and Moving Forward

    44:02 Life Choices and Regrets

    45:19 Defining Success

    47:53 Happiness and Family Dynamics

    50:36 The Pursuit of Happiness

    53:57 Understanding Food Sources and Respect for Animals


    Keywords

    personal growth, family relationships, insecurities, self-awareness, happiness, life lessons

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • From Milkman to Mentor: Chris Morris's Journey Through Adversity - Part 2
    Apr 9 2026

    This is part 2, so if you missed part 1, it may be an idea to listen to that first. :-)


    Summary

    In this weeks episode, we continue our chat with Chris Morris about his profound journey through both personal and professional challenges, including family seperatation, legal battles in the family court and mental resilience. Both Chris and Stuart share a lot of their personal experiences around the family court system and their personal co-parenting challenges, whilst trying to maintain apositive relationship with teir children. They share their insights of the legal system and the importance of remaining child focused, in any seperation.


    Remember, you can get in touch with your stories, questions, tips and dad jokes, by emailing us at podcast@parentingbsusiness.com


    Keywords

    personal resilience, family separation, legal battles, mental health, overcoming adversity, parenting, life challenges, mental strength, family law, personal growth co-parenting, court battles, emotional resilience, legal advice, family relationships, mental health, parenting challenges, court orders, child custody, personal stories

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    1 hr and 23 mins
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