I want to lie about the sex of our baby to shut everyone up
“My MIL is pestering us and wouldn’t believe we didn’t find out… so to lie about it is the only option.” Do you think this will work?
Parenting
Heartbreaking details after Sydney schoolgirl’s suicide
“Charlotte made a mistake in a moment of grief. She did not mean to do this. She did not understand.” This story contains sensitive content.
‘Devastated’: Parents speak after son’s tragic daycare death
“These are memories we want to keep in our hearts forever.”
My 2yo uses the f-word as a very personal attack
“If you think I’m a bad mum, I’ll just take inspiration from Lily in response.”
‘Boring’: Unlikely new celeb baby name trend
The recent birth of Justin and Hailey Bieber’s first child has signalled the rise of an unexpected new baby name trend, experts say.
Parents share update of Cleo Smith three years later
Cleo’s parents have shared a heartwarming update on their daughter Cleo, who was snatched from her sleeping bag in WA three years ago.
Heartwarming update on Cleo Smith
Three years after Cleo Smith’s kidnapping in remote Western Australia, her parents have shared a heartwarming update.
I kicked my sister out after her remark to my 10yo
“She said I was overreacting and I was putting ‘my child’ before ‘my family’.”
Sad update after baby’s daycare death
The heartbroken parents of a toddler who tragically and suddenly died at a daycare centre have opened up about their horrific loss.
Aussie family’s ‘shameful’ $300k bill
Mark Bowness always wanted to be a dad – but he was forced to pay a shocking amount to realise that dream thanks to a “backwards” policy.
‘Literally a crime’: Kid’s name panned
A daycare worker has shared one child’s name that is so bizarre, the girl’s grandmother refused to use it.
‘Embarrassing’: Newborn baby name banned
A couple had their baby’s name rejected by a court over concerns it would case “future embarrassment to the child”.
Popular toy recalled over choking fears
A common baby toy gift set sold across Target stores all over Australia has been recalled due to a potentially fatal issue in one of the plastic items.
Needle prick horror at Aussie school
An Aussie primary school has written to parents assuring them they are remaining “vigilant” after a young girl was pricked while picking up a discarded needle on the school grounds.
‘We’ve been forced to live in a hotel … I’m worried we’ll die here’
The family can no longer afford private rentals in their city, and haven’t been able to secure any social housing.
My girl was invited to a party, but not the sleepover after
“She found out on the night that she was the only one not staying, the only one going home.”
My friend made a horrible comment about my pregnancy
“I know she probably meant this to be comforting, but it wasn’t at all,” Jess said. Warning: This article contains sensitive topics.
My mum’s always hated my girl’s hair, so she cut it off
“She violated my daughter, so I called the cops.”
My 7o has to sign forms to attend after-school care
“She won’t sign. She hates it. I even tried to forge her signature and was busted when the school questioned her.”
Boomers, please stop talking to my toddler in public
“She doesn’t know you and I’m allowed to set boundaries,” a mum explains in a very relatable viral rant.
Netflix slammed over show mirroring Hillcrest tragedy
The streaming service claimed the series is not based on a true story, but some viewers aren’t buying it, labelling it “poor taste” and “tacky”.
‘He looked like a vampire had attacked his face’
“We would hold his hands to stop him scratching at open sores, and tried all sorts of creams, but it had got so bad that he had stopped smiling. Nothing was working.”
‘I don’t want to see my kids every single day’
The single mum-of-two has her reasons – and they’re points even married mums will be able to relate to.
Sinister act of Australia’s worst paedophile
Former neighbours of the disgraced former childcare teacher have expressed their shock over his crimes.
Mum says she doesn’t want to see her kids every day
Aussie mum Lucy says that she’s okay with not having her kids full time
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?
Puberty is starting earlier – are you prepared?
Most parenting books talk about puberty starting from age 10, with periods starting from age 12.
#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 Leah 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.
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 cousin stole my baby name
Producer Nina brings Em and Leah some of the most interesting dilemmas sent in to Mum Club this week.
When can you leave your kids at home alone?
Em and Leah go over the laws and the guidelines about leaving your kids alone at home, how young is too young?
#AdviceNeeded: My daughter might be a bully – do I step in?
Em and Leah get into the inbox this week, and tackle bullying, first heartbreaks and the financial burden of a baby shower.
Who should get daycare priority?
This week, we talk about all things Daycare from who should get priority to waiting lists, to what age your kids should start. Em and Leah also discuss whether UGGs should be worn in public.
Help! He wants to name our baby ‘Phyllis’
Who gets the final say in the baby name debate between mum and dad? Plus, sneaky holidays during the school term, yay or nay?
#AdviceNeeded: How do I know if I want a third child?
It’s Friday! Which means producer Nina asks Em and Leah the most interesting parenting dilemmas sent in to Mum Club this week.
Has ‘mummy wine time’ gotten out of control?
As we reach the end of Dry July, Em and Leah are pondering the drinking culture around motherhood,
#AdviceNeeded: My daughter is wearing too much make-up
Nina, Em and Leah cover how to ask your mother to consider not holidaying when you need her help, what happens when you don’t see eye to eye with your partner around screen time and do you tell your daughter that she’s wearing too much make-up or just let it go?
Surprise! it’s a parenting intervention
Leah says enough is enough and brings in the big guns to help Em break a parenting habit that is making a rod for her own back.
Would you pay $5000 for a baby name?
Choosing a baby name is a big deal, but would you ever pay someone to do it for you? Parenting and Lifestyle writer for Kidspot, Eleanor Katelaris put this to the test and reports back with the names that were suggested for her future child.
#AdviceNeeded: My b*tchy colleagues hate that I’m a mum
Em, Leah and Nina cover how to deal with judgy colleagues, how to handle children’s birthday parties as an introverted parent and how to rekindle your sex life when you’re exhausted from looking after young children.
#AdviceNeeded: I’ve married a manchild. HELP!
Nina asks Em and Leah how to navigate horrible teachers, is it okay to lend family a large sum of money and how to stand your ground when it comes to supermarket tantrums.
Why are sleepovers so scary?
Leah brings a quirky topic to the table about the chemicals on store receipts and their potential link to decreasing fertility, with expert insight from Dr. Sam. They also discuss how to handle friendship breakups involving your kids and how to know when your child is ready for sleepovers.
#AdviceNeeded: Should I get back at my husband on Fathers Day?
This week, Em, Leah and Nina cover how to deal with negativity from mothers about motherhood, how to approach the death of a family pet with young children and whether or not revenge is the best way to get the Mothers day you want.
Should fathers get a PUSH present?
Is NAPLAN still relevant? Should you really get a ‘push’ present for, well, pushing out a kid? Plus, they’re spilling the tea on terrible Father’s Day gifts and how AI is basically the third parent in Leah’s home
Mum Club sits down with The Wiggles!
Em and Leah are joined by Lachy and Simon from The Wiggles! They discuss navigating the world of parenting, what their children watch on television, and their new podcast for parents.
#AdviceNeeded: My MIL is secretly feeding meat to my vegetarian child!
Em, Leah and Nina tackle the tricky conversation with your mother-in-law about feeding meat to your vegetarian child, how to rediscover your sexy self after (understandably!) gaining some baby weight, and whether you should be concerned if your child struggles to make friends
#AdviceNeeded: I’m terrified of seeing my partner give birth!
Em and Leah are joined by Lachy and Simon from The Wiggles. They cover how to make friends with other dads, how to best be there for your partner when they give birth and how to best lean into being a girl dad.
‘I used to judge mums who did this to their kids’
“Anything to keep them safe,” the mum-of-two wrote.
Mum fumes after daughter is left out of class sleepover invite
A frustrated mum is calling out parents who exclude certain kids from sleepover invites after her daughter was the only one left out. She argues…
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