Are school swimming carnivals really that important? How is everyone keeping their kids entertained while running errands? And what do you do when your child gets body shamed by someone close to you?

In this episode, Libby and Tegan discuss Libby's viral Instagram video, the importance of participation, and we share our secrets to keeping kids calm at the shopping centre.

Plus, Tegan has a new role in the P&C at her kids' school she doesn't remember volunteering for.

LOOKING FOR A LAUGH? CHECK OUT THE 'CANCELLED' EPISODE ALL ABOUT BIRTH HERE. 

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Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman

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Our friends do so many incredible things for us. But what happens when your best friend offers to have your baby for you?

In this episode, Libby and Tegan speak to best friends Edwina and Jen who went down a surrogacy path together. They share how they navigated this new territory as friends and what it's like to have kids who are 'womb mates".

Plus, Tegan can't get enough of a very specific hot cross bun, and Libby's dairy-free journey continues.

RECCOMENDATIONS: 
Biscoff Hot Cross Buns

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We know children don’t come with an instruction manual, so we’re bound to make mistakes, especially with our first child.

This episode Libby and Tegan discuss which of their children they have done the best parenting on and which child is the ‘practice pancake’.

Plus, most families in Australia are struggling with the cost of living crisis, so we’ve got some simple changes for your every day to ease a bit of the financial load.

And in nails and fails Tegan’s son is loving his mullet, and Libby tries to (unsuccessfully) convince Tegan to have a fourth child

RECOMMENDATIONS 

Clothing Rack

Econaps Cloth Nappies 

The Sugar Mamma

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Going through a divorce is never easy. But no one told us one of the hardest parts is actually figuring out how to tell the kids.

On this weeks episode Tegan speaks to Clinical Psychologist Katherine Lawrence about how and when to talk to your kids about separation or divorce.

And on a lighter note Libby and Tegan have searched the internet far and wide to bring you the weirdest baby names ever recorded in history. And Libby has a not so secret reveal which shocks Tegan to her core.

In Nails & Fails Libby is nailing the back to school phase and Tegan must know EVERYTHING.

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Anita Birges - Home Organisations

Ubbi Wipes Dispenser 

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This week Tegan & Libby are talking all things 1's and 2's and unpacking a comedian’s controversial toilet training regime to start ’em young... like 5 months young! Perhaps even more controversial, we agree (kind of).

Plus, did you know that night terrors are actually your child exploring their imagination? This terrifying and annoyingly important stage can be a struggle, so we have some tips to manage the night time scaries.

And, in Nails and Fails Tegan struggles with wrangling the post holiday schedule and finding true love through the puppy she never wanted.

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Lice Clinics Australia

Night Terrors Fact Sheet

Silicone Toddler Placemats

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Breaking news: Libby Trickett & Tegan Natoli are potty mouth parents.

Their naughty words are causing problems in the playground with Tegan even being are called out by a literal 6 year old child. But is this normal? Or setting their kids up for a school detention or two?

Plus, it’s the first week back at school, kicking off the age old debate as to whether school uniform are inclusive and important or a thing of the past, especially with many offices around the country becoming more casual.

And, in nails and fails Libby is nailing exercise with Mamamia new app MOVE.

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Kleva Range

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We are This Glorious Mess but this week we are also the Bluey Parent Appreciation Group (BPAG for short). We know it’s not just parents and little kids who love Bluey, early childhood educators are actually using episodes to teach. We explain why.

And, Libby and Tegan try to solve a dilemma that divided the Mamamia Family Facebook but end up adding to the conflict! While Libby has a habit that grinds Tegan’s gears.

Plus, Tegan recommends a read to celebrate Mum’s being the queen of the house (you’ll love it too)!

Listen to our conversation with ABC Early Childhood Producer, Laura Stone

RECOMMENDATIONS 

Bluey Queens

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We’re now deep into school holidays and we’re here to help you fill those (sometimes very long) days. Don’t worry it’s not all big adventures, spending money or long drives, because Libby and Tegan are detectives finding free activities.

Plus you may start seeing back to school ads so we’ve got all the tips and tricks to prepare yourself as well as your kids for the year ahead.

And, in nails and fails Libby gets parented by her own child and Tegan recommends the beach bag you’re all going to want to buy!

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Second Scout Routine Helper

Sande Kids Beach Bag

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Holly Wainwright is back on This Glorious Mess with clinical Psychologist and host of Help! I Have A Teenager Jo Lamble for a very special crossover episode, Help I Have A Tweenager.

In this episode, they tackle a common dilemma: what to do when your tween asks for a phone? And how young is too young? 

With Holly’s down to earth approach and Jo’s constant reminder to express empathy, this episode will help you get as ready as you can be for the next stage of parenting.

This episode was made in partnership with Optus. 

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Whilst your in a holiday haze and entertaining children shouting ‘I’m boredddddddddd’ take 20 minutes for yourself and reflect on your own year of nails and fails.

Here at This Glorious Mess there have been a lot of parenting fails like injuries, mother guilt and missed lunches, but there has been some nails as well including navigating milestones, perfect toys and the best simple hacks.

You’re not alone in the Glorious Mess that is parenting, so here are our favourite nails and fails from 2023.

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Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli

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