This Glorious Mess
This Glorious Mess

This Glorious Mess

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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.

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Sterilisation vs Vasectomy: Whose Job Is It?
APR 21, 2024
Sterilisation vs Vasectomy: Whose Job Is It?

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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CREDITS:

Host: Tegan Natoli & Libby Trickett 

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.

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21 MIN
The News Is Terrible, Here Is How We’re Talking To Our Kids
APR 16, 2024
The News Is Terrible, Here Is How We’re Talking To Our Kids

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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CREDITS:

Host: Tegan Natoli & Libby Trickett 

Producer: Grace Rouvray

Audio Producer: Leah Porges

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.

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9 MIN
“I Would Never Let My Kids Do What I Did Growing Up”
APR 14, 2024
“I Would Never Let My Kids Do What I Did Growing Up”

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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CREDITS:

Host: Tegan Natoli & Libby Trickett 

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.

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16 MIN
'Sassy' Scott's Six Year Journey To Become A Dad
APR 7, 2024
'Sassy' Scott's Six Year Journey To Become A Dad

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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CREDITS:

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.

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21 MIN
Why Some Dads Need To Do More
MAR 31, 2024
Why Some Dads Need To Do More

Are dads actually contributing more to the day-to-day parenting of their kids?

In this episode, Libby and Tegan explore the idea of ‘Dad Culture’ and how the mental load of parenting can and should be split between primary and secondary caregivers.

And have you ever noticed your child feeling a bit left out when their siblings have your attention? We chat about how we handle sibling rivalry and help one listener navigate it. 

Plus, in this week’s Nails & Fails, Tegan wants to normalise “butt talk” and Libby’s gearing up for a charity event and she needs Tegan’s help.

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CREDITS:

Host: Tegan Natoli & Libby Trickett 

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.

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20 MIN