22 episodes
Mum Club Kidspot
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- Kids & Family
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!
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#AdviceNeeded: I'm a jealous mum and it's ruining my friendship
Em, Leah and Producer Nina are answering questions aplenty on the podcast, and this week they've got their first voice note! They answer Iron Maiden's all-important question on birthday presents, as well as chatting about how to navigate inter-mum jealousy and dealing with children who have a clear favourite parent.
We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club:Write to us: mumclub@news.com.auInstagram and Facebook: @kidspotTikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writer
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The problem with Mother's Day
Leah and Em talk about what mum's really want for Mother's Day and the biggest problem with school-based celebrations. Plus a crappy builder dilemma and the verdict on 'mental health days' for kids.
We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club:Write to us: mumclub@news.com.auInstagram and Facebook: @kidspotTikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writer
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#AdviceNeeded: My brother-in-law is putting my kids at risk
Producer Nina brings Em and Leah a new batch of listener questions. This week they talk about bully teachers, family members with opposing politics and whether sharing towels is acceptable in 2024.
We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club:Write to us: mumclub@news.com.auInstagram and Facebook: @kidspotTikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writer
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Hate mail welcome!
...But direct it to Emily Blatchford. Just kidding! But the girls have received their first less-than-happy feedback from a listener and Em is standing her ground. Plus, Leah has a bedtime win and how old is too old to still be breastfeeding?
We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club:Write to us: mumclub@news.com.auInstagram and Facebook: @kidspotTikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writer
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#AdviceNeeded: My husband's gross habit is ruining my marriage
Em and Leah are answering listener questions, and this week they are juicy... They dish out advice on how to talk to a partner who isn't doing their fair share of the chores, the boss who isn't sure how to approach a mum taking advantage of flexible working, and the iPad rule that two sisters are finding it hard to navigate.
We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club:Write to us: mumclub@news.com.auInstagram and Facebook: @kidspotTikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writer
Keen to read the stories mentioned in this episode?
You can read Kidspot's viral story about the mum who brought an iPad to the pub here.
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Are the mums ok?
All around us, it seems like mums are struggling, it's time to remove some stigma. Em shares her own experience recently seeking out support and what helped her.
Plus, retro food news and Leah reckons she can survive in the wilderness.
We'd love to hear from you, join the Mum Club:Write to us: mumclub@news.com.auInstagram and Facebook: @kidspotTikTok: @kidspot.com.auRead More: www.kidspot.com.auFollow Em and Leah: @emblatchford_kidspot @leahgoulis_writer
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.