Welcome to Mum Club! Don't worry, we're not your regular mum's group. This is a judgement-free parenting zone where you can kick back, have a laugh, and get som...
#AdviceNeeded: Is my husband aware that we can’t afford Christmas?
It's the final Advice Needed episode of 2024, and not surprisingly, we're keeping it Christmas-related! This week, Em and Leah tackle how to keep the holiday peace among squabbling kids, involve your little ones without losing your sanity, and get on the same page with your husband about Christmas spending—especially after a tough financial year. We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club: Write to us: [email protected] and Facebook: @kidspot TikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The composite classroom debate
This week, Em dives into the hot topic of ‘composite classes’ at her daughter’s school—are they a smart move or a setback for kids’ growth? Leah shares her bold parenting theory and reveals a special Christmas tradition. Plus, the parenting wins (and fails!) of the week.Find Leah’s trolley HEREWe'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club: Write to us: [email protected] and Facebook: @kidspot TikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#AdviceNeeded: Have I turned my kids into ungrateful monsters?
It’s Friday, and that means it’s time for producer Nina to put Em and Leah to the test with your juiciest parenting dilemmas. This week’s lineup: Does spoiling your kids turn them into ungrateful little tyrants? How do you break the news that Santa isn’t real without breaking their hearts? And the ultimate mission—keeping your pregnancy under wraps. We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club: Write to us: [email protected] and Facebook: @kidspot TikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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F@*# the Christmas mental load!
This week, we explore the cognitive load—have you been carrying it this Christmas? Plus, an incredible story of two families who went through IVF and ended up with each other's babies. Leah shares her honest review of the highly anticipated sequel, Moana 2. And, as always, Em and Leah reveal their wins and fails of the week. Read: The Cognitive Dimension of Household LaborRead: An I.V.F. Mix-Up, a Shocking Discovery and an Unbearable ChoiceWe'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club:Write to us: [email protected] and Facebook: @kidspotTikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#AdviceNeeded: I feel like a third wheel to my wife and Mother-In-Law
It’s Friday! Which means producer Nina asks Em and Leah the most interesting parenting dilemmas sent into Mum Club. This week, they cover when you feel like a third wheel to your partner and your mother-in-law and is the best way to teach kids to do their homework to let them fail. Plus, is sleeping in separate beds a sign your marriage is on the decline and how to navigate the battle of the Nonna’s at Christmas time. We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club:Write to us: [email protected] and Facebook: @kidspotTikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Mum Club! Don't worry, we're not your regular mum's group. This is a judgement-free parenting zone where you can kick back, have a laugh, and get some valuable advice on everything from toilet training to fighting with your mother-in-law over baby names. At Mum Club, no topic is off the table, no question is too silly and everyone is welcome. Hosts Emily Blatchford and Leah Goulis are here twice a week to help you out and keep you entertained during your night feeds/pram walks/school runs/meltdowns in the pantry - so join the club!