When it comes to raising little kids, we know the workload never stops, but when you're the default parent it can feel beyond overwhelming.
This episode we're talking about the toll being the default parent can take, and we'll be joined by Jayde Couldwell who shares with us all the ways she manages being the default parent to her three kids, and her best advice to those who are juggling it all.
Plus, Tegan's nails and fails.
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CREDITS:
Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli
Producer: Grace Rouvray
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
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/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mental Load: Being The Default Parent

A weekly look at parenting as it truly is: confusing, exhausting, inspiring, funny, and full of surprises. Join Tegan Natoli and Libby Trickett every Monday as they discuss all the disasters and delights of parenting with a healthy dose of advice from our trusted experts.

Kids & Family

In case you missed it, (which would be highly unlikely) the Arj Barker comedy show caused quite a stir in the media last week. Tegan has very strong thoughts about babies at gigs, and Libby is Switzerland.
But there is one thing they both agree on, yes kids are kind of annoying when in public places.... But it's usually their own parents that find them the most annoying of all. 
And in recommendations Tegan is now a full blown gardener and Libby has found the perfect picnic rug for a family.
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Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
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/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Planes, Escalators & A Comedy Show: The Mum Juggle

Ever thought about how to dodge a surprise baby once your family's set? While the usual suspects are contraception or the ol' snip for the guys, more women are opting for sterilisation. This week Libby and Tegan talk to a mum who just had the procedure, how she reached that decision and the reactions she's getting.
And later on they dive into a heated debate: Can you bail on a school concert right after their kid's performance? And who's the real arsehole here? Let the showdown begin!
You can read Hannah Mansur's article here.
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Producer: Grace Rouvray
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
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/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sterilisation vs Vasectomy: Whose Job Is It?

With all the awful news over the weekend and the last few days, here at the mothers group in your ears, we wanted to help you find the tools to talk to your kids in age appropriate terms.
You can read Gen Muir’s article ‘How to talk to children of every age about the Westfield Bondi Junction attacks, according to a grief counsellor.’
If you or someone you know is in need of support contact help is available:
Lifeline 13 11 14
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636
1800RESPECT  1800 737 732
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Producer: Grace Rouvray
Audio Producer: Leah Porges
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The News Is Terrible, Here Is How We’re Talking To Our Kids

Is the generation of cul de sac kids dying out? In this weeks episode Libby and Tegan discuss their free range childhoods and how its changed now they are parents. Asking the question, is the world changing or is the news just scarier?
Plus what age is too young for school camp and who should set the age rules? 
And in nails and fails Libby wants to social distance from her son, Tegan wins a raffle and they both discuss dates, prunes and all the things they do for their kids bowel movements. 
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Producer: Talissa Bazaz 
Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
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“I Would Never Let My Kids Do What I Did Growing Up”

On todays very special episode Tegan & Libby sit down with podcast duo 'Sassy' Scott O'Halloran to hear the incredible story of how he became a father. 

Scott and his brother Luke rose to fame with hilarious prank videos during the pandemic and have turned their humour into a career. 
This episode Scott shares the story of how he and his partner Marcus navigated the world of surrogacy, a journey that took six years and cost half a million dollars. 
And Uncle Luke the biology nerd goes head to head with his brother to figure out who knows more about babies!
Want more from Luke & Scott? Click here. 
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Host: Tegan Natoli & Libby Trickett 
Guests: Scott O'Halloran and Luke O’Halloran from the Luke & Sassy Scott Podcast 
Producer: Talissa Bazaz 
Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
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/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mental Load: Being The Default Parent

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