Turns out October is baby-making season because it's everyone's birthday this June/July! Marlie-Mae celebrates her 6th birthday, and her father is sent into a tailspin trying to find a hitting stick for the piñata. 

It's also Matty J's birthday, and Ash has got him a present that will last a lifetime!

We also get into your Par-Rants for this week, where you air out your parenting grievances. This week's rant hit a nerve and our pockets!  

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• Things you shouldn't say to a parent. 
• How many days can I repack a sandwich?

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Ash committed the crime of all husband crimes and, as a consequence, is left living with a stink for the next week. 

Meanwhile, Ash and his wife April are planning a trip away from the kids, and it may coincide with the birth of baby Johnson no. 3!

Matty J and wife Laura also experience a personal scare that puts things into perspective as they prepare for life with a newborn. 

We also get into your Par-Rants for this week, where you air out your parenting grievances. This week's rant hit a nerve and our pockets!  

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Sophie Walker, host of Australian Birth Stories is here to talk all things birth, babies and what comes after.

Sophie shares the realities of postpartum recovery (aka “the cliff no one warns you about”), what partners can actually do to support mums in those blurry early weeks, and the time her baby went 10 days without a poo.

Whether you’re expecting baby number one or three, this one’s full of honest advice and a reminder that no one really has it all figured out.

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Poor Oscar, Ash's son, has to learn one of the hardest lessons a kid has to learn this week. 

Meanwhile, Ash gets recognised at possibly the worst moment imaginable, and Matt’s attempt at being a good Samaritan backfires. 

We also answer your questions: 

• What are the top 3 lame things you do now that you're a parent?
• How do I tell my partner that I appreciate them without using words?

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Matty J has returned from Bali with his tail between his legs after spilling the beans about Life Uncut's Britt Hockley's wedding. Except he doesn't remember spilling the beans on the podcast...Let's run the tapes, shall we?! 

Ash has found Lego bodies scattered all over his house, and he doesn't know why. Is there a serial Lego killer on the loose? 

We also get into your Par-Rants for this week, where you air out your parenting grievances. This week's rant hit a nerve and our pockets! 

We also answer your questions: 

• What's the WORST thing you could say to a parent, round 2!
• What to do when your child pinches you?
  
  

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Have you ever thought about hiring a trained companion for your next birth? 

Alice Worthy is a Modern Doula, and she is paid to hold a woman's hand as she brings new life into the world. 

We chat about the differences between a doula and a midwife, how partners can support mum during the throes of birth and Alice's most memorable birth story that ended in a newly renovated bathroom. 

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Gotta catch 'em all! 

Mum Wicks has finally made her way onto the show!

Yes, Ashton's mother has (reluctantly) said yes to being questioned about the antics of her son growing up. Has things improved since he found himself in an overnight jail? We'll see. 

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Matty J and Ash brave the week with another set of challenges with the kids!

Who knew parenthood was such a rough sport? 

Laura AND Ellie are away, living their best lives, which means Matty J has to fend for himself. 

Ash has another toilet debcale and this time it ends with poo smeared on the walls. 

Plus, we let you Par-RANT, a segment where Matty J and Ash listen to your parent rants. 

We also answer your questions: 

• What family traditions do you have?
• Top 3 things you NEVER say to a parent?
  
  

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Trish Johns is a mum, a straight shooter, and a woman with quiet strength and a wicked sense of humour.

She grew up pumping petrol at the local servo in Newcastle, was the spirited one in her massive Italian family, and somehow ended up marrying Matty Johns despite turning him down the first time.

Trish opens up about raising Cooper and Jack (and what it’s like having them move back home as adults), the chaos of parenting two very different boys, and her breast cancer diagnosis. She shares why she didn’t tell the boys straight away, how she got through two surgeries, and why she wants women to stop waiting and get checked early.

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Two Doting Dads dedicate this episode to those affected by suicide.

Please know that no matter how hard it is, Ash will tell you it always gets better.  

If you, or anyone you know, is going through a tough time, please call 

Lifeline 13 11 14

Ash has received a bit of Karma this week from the pet parents. 

Matty J tackles Marlie-Mae's Oral Exam the night before it's due and let's just say, we're worried about how she went... 

Plus, we let you Par-RANT, a segment where Matty J and Ash listen to your parent rants. 

We also answer your questions: 

• When was the last time you had a fight with your partner?
• Top 3 things you swore you never would do before becoming a parent...that you do now. 
  
  

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