Mum’s tragic regret before teen’s overdose
Every parent’s worst nightmare came true for Jennie Ross-King when she lost her daughter to an overdose at a music festival, now she’s calling for change.
Parenting
Mum-of-three allegedly murdered in her NSW home
Emergency services were called to the Casino home on Saturday morning, but it took nearly an hour for the police to pick up the call. Warning: Contains sensitive topics
Bride requests ‘ridiculous’ dresses for bridesmaids
“If I received this theme I’d be checking with the other girls, making sure I wasn’t being set up.”
‘Betrayed’: The man with 1000 children
A family who were deceived by a serial sperm donor have spoken out about their ordeal, as details emerge about how he was finally brought down.
Truck crashes into primary school classroom
The driver has been charged for alleged possession of ice after ploughing through an intersection and into a classroom at St Joseph’s in Sydney’s west on Saturday.
‘The hack that makes my baby love car rides’
“I was about ready to start walking everywhere the screaming was so bad,” the mum clever reveals.
Life-threatening injuries in Queensland bus crash
A bus collided with a car towing a caravan on Sunday at 11am, leaving multiple people with life-threatening injuries and others trapped inside the wreckage.
AI and influencers shaping young Australian boys’ views on sexual violence
The SA Minister for Women says a royal commission will address an ‘urgent’ sexual violence problem being led by artificial intelligence and misogynist influencers.
‘Own worst critic’: Sonia Kruger on THAT Logies scandal
Sonia Kruger gives a rare insight into the relationship she prefers to keep private, the aftermath of THAT Gold Logie speech – and the life lessons she is imparting to her daughter.
Terrifying moment child falls between train gap
This CCTV footage was released to highlight the importance of train safety and awareness.
‘Legend’ gone: Creator of cult toy dies at home
It was the “it” toy of the 90s, with kids around the world clambering to get one – but its creator has died after a secret cancer battle.
#AdviceNeeded: My 5yo ‘accidentally’ found out about sex – what now?
Producer Nina brings Em and Leah some more juicy dilemmas to solve.
A seat kicking toddler and the plane ride from hell
Em gets into a bit of an altercation with a grumpy fellow traveller on the plane after her child kicked his seat.
Welcome to Mum Club
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!
#AdviceNeeded: My husband hates being a dad to our newborn – do I leave him?
Em and Leah try to help a mum who’s husband hates being a dad to their four-week-old baby.
Long live the lazy mum era
Welcome to Mum Club, the first rule is: mum buns are encouraged and leave your judgement at the door.
#AdviceNeeded: My husband won’t get the snip
Welcome to Mum Club, the first rule is: mum buns are encouraged and leave your judgement at the door.
#AdviceNeeded: Lack of sleep is killing me – how do I train my 3yo to sleep alone?
Em and Leah are diving into sleep stories today – or more specifically, a lack of.
Easter is going to send us broke
The gals discuss the reality of visiting the Easter Show during a #cozzielives crisis. Leah shares her tips for getting the most out of the show without breaking the bank.
‘Sharenting’ and the humbling reality of gastro
Em and Leah chat about the children going viral on social media, and the way it’s made them reconsider their own views on so-called ‘sharenting’.
#AdviceNeeded: I cannot stand my in-laws!
Melanie Zanetti, the voice of Bluey’s mum, Chilli, has joined us once more to answer some of your burning questions
#AdviceNeeded: My daughter is obsessed with death – is this normal?
It’s that time of week again! Em and Leah are tackling listener questions.
Gentle parenting is gently annoying us
Listen for tips on how to spot RSV in your kids. Plus, Em isn’t so sure about gentle parenting
Hate mail welcome!
the girls have received their first less-than-happy feedback from a listener and Em is standing her ground
#AdviceNeeded: My husband’s gross habit is ruining my marriage
Em and Leah are answering listener questions, and this week they are juicy…
The TikTok mum who got us on the running train
Em chats to the hilarious Maddi Bennett about her realistic running diaries and why mums need to make time to move their bodies.
Bondi tragedy: How to talk to your kids about the news
Em and Leah sit down with Paediatric Psychologist and co-founder of Toddler Toolkit, Amanda Abel, for some expert advice on how to talk with your kids about the tragic events that occurred in Bondi.
Bluey’s mum is here to respond to your wildest fan theories
Wackadoo! Melanie Zanetti, the voice of Bluey’s mum, Chilli, joins us this week to talk about the special extended Bluey episode that has the world in a spin.
#AdviceNeeded: My brother-in-law is putting my kids at risk
Producer Nina brings Em and Leah a new batch of listener questions.
#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!
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.
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.
#AdviceNeeded: My family think my baby shower is selfish
Em and Leah are answering the age-old question: are baby showers and gender reveals indulgent?
#AdviceNeeded: Is my husbands ‘work wife’ taking things too far?
A work wife that is making lunches, a toddler commenting on wobbly bellies and is a financial allowance appropriate between husband and wife?
Why working from home is adding to your mental load
We love to work from home, but is it actually just making us work harder than we need to?
#AdviceNeeded: Mel Buttle is here to answer your questions!
TikTok’s favourite mum and all-around legend, comedian Mel Buttle is here to help Em and Leah answer all of your questions.
Down with school WhatsApp groups
We’re joined by the brilliant Dr Sam Hay to talk more about why mums are on struggle street right now with their mental health and how we can improve things (get rid of the school text groups for a start).
The school debate that’s causing a stir
It’s an unexpected debate that’s had parents all over the country up in arms. Where do you stand?
#AdviceNeeded: Can you comment on other people’s parenting?
Em and Leah answer your burning voice notes about annoying school WhatsApp groups.
#AdviceNeeded: I’m jealous of my boyfriend’s ex-wife
Today Em and Leah answer your burning questions about dealing with different parenting styles, being jealous of Exes, finding out your child is bullying someone and tattoos!
What you need to know about the virus making all our kids sick right now
Mate, we are in the winter virus wars right now. Leah and Em discuss the latest bug that’s taking down school-aged kids across the country
Is homework really necessary?
It’s the start of so many fights at home, the age old question of do you have homework…Em and Leah tackle whether homework should be given at school.
#AdviceNeeded: Should kids be at weddings?
Whether your child should play with naughty kids, should you let your child have sleepovers, stranger danger!! Should parents be instilling a greater fear of strangers and the Leah gets controversial about having children at weddings.
Gen Z – Please leave us alone
You can take our skinny jeans and side parts from our cold dead hands. Plus, the words you should never say to the mother of a picky eater, and why can’t mums take their own advice?
Can gentle parenting still build resilient kids?
Do kids need tough love, a gentle push or something in between? Em and Leah talk about finding the balance.
#AdviceNeeded: My husband refuses to pitch in with nappies
Em and Leah unpack some age-old hang ups about giving birth and the dad who can’t handle a dirty nappy.
#AdviceNeeded: Should you give into your in-laws demands?
This week Leigh and Em answer questions about whether you should give into the demands of your in-laws, is it wrong to not clean up your children’s mess at a restaurant, should you feel obligated to help at your children’s school and setting boundaries with in-laws.
Mother’s pregnancy turns family’s world upside down in a flash
Mum Jess Sumpton was feeling unwell and dizzy picking up her sons from school when her husband James took her to hospital, unaware of the dramatic turn their lives were about to take.
‘My kids’ sports are ruining my marriage’
“At what point is running kids around every night and every weekend doing more good than harm?”
‘I want my daughter’s dad back home before I die’
“The fear of dying from this horrible disease is bad enough, but the thought of leaving my 10yo daughter without a parent in the same country as her is a nightmare I live with every day.”
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