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Mamamia Podcasts

A weekly look at parenting as it truly is: confusing, exhausting, inspiring, funny, and full of surprises. Join Tegan Natoli and Leigh Campbell 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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How To Prepare Kids For Having Two Homes: Co-Parenting With Kylie Camps
Mar 12 2023
How To Prepare Kids For Having Two Homes: Co-Parenting With Kylie Camps
In Part 2 of our look at co-parenting, we sit down with Kylie Camps founder of The Frae, and mother to twin boys. She gives us some tips on how to cope with the transition to co-parenting and preparing the kids for having two houses.  Last week in Part 1 we spoke with Ben Dillion-Smith, you can read more about his journey on his blog The Single Dad Journey. And this week in Nails and Fails, we hear from you. From swearing, door slamming and nappy disasters to chore charts and homework thank you for reminding us that everyone makes mistakes and to take the wins with the losses!  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney   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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Surprise! Co-Parenting Is Not At All Like The Brady Bunch
Mar 5 2023
Surprise! Co-Parenting Is Not At All Like The Brady Bunch
Breaking up is hard to do. Especially when kids are involved so we’re taking a look at being a single parent from both sides.  This week we sit down with single dad Ben Dillion-Smith to discuss his experiences and insights into co-parenting. You can read more about his journey on his blog The Single Dad Journey. Next week we talk with Kylie Camps, founder of The Frae about her experience as a single parent. Nails and Fails - Tegan’s expensive trip to the dentist comes as a public service announcement to all parents. Meanwhile, Leigh is thrilled with Alexander’s new choice of favorite song. THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney   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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yes, Netflix Can Help You Become A Better Queer Community Ally
Feb 26 2023
Yes, Netflix Can Help You Become A Better Queer Community Ally
As Mardi Gras and Pride events are underway we spoke to some queer parents about how best to support the LGBTQI+ community and get involved in the festivities.  We speak to Sean Szeps, Hayley Willis and one of Johnnie Walker’s Proud Walkers for Sydney WorldPride, Sabrina Frederick. They share their experiences becoming parents, insights on how we can create safe and inclusive environments for our children and how they’re celebrating as a family.  Nails and Fails - Leigh serves Alexander ‘play dough’ and enjoys a cacio e pepe moment, While Tegan’s girls have some concerns at the canteen.  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney   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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen To This If You’ve Got A Case Of Mother’s Guilt
Feb 5 2023
Listen To This If You’ve Got A Case Of Mother’s Guilt
How long should your partner take off work to help with the baby? How can you teach resilience to your kids so they can get up and keep playing? This week Tegan and Leigh debate your dilemmas.  Plus, Leigh has her own dilemma about Alexander being glued to her side that Tegan helps to solve.  This Week In Nails And Fails- Tegan is reassured that Banjo wouldn’t swap her for a fishing lure... and Leigh deals with mum guilt. Leigh's resilience recommendations: The Koala Who Could - Audio BookDaniel The TigerThe Lion In Side THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Thom Lion  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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Great Expectations: The Trick That Leigh Used From How To Build A Human
Jan 22 2023
Great Expectations: The Trick That Leigh Used From How To Build A Human
The year has properly begun. Most people are back at work, pre-school has started and school is about to begin.  So, before we forget Leigh and Tegan re-cap their holidays successes and their tips and tricks so they're in the memory bank for next holidays. Plus we've got a special reading from storyteller Larry Brandy of his children's book Wiradjuri Country. This week in nails and fails - night nappies remain in Tegan's life and Leigh comes up with a new fairy that will help parents everywhere get their kids to sleep.  THE END BITS  You can find Larry Brandy's book Wiradjuri Country here  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Thom Lion  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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Aussie Singer Who Wants To Introduce Kids to First Nations Culture
Jan 15 2023
The Aussie Singer Who Wants To Introduce Kids to First Nations Culture
The lovely Holly Wainwright joins Tegan in the studio this week to interview singer, writer and activist Isaiah Firebrace.  He joins us on the show to talk about his new children's book 'Come Together: Things Every Aussie Kid Should Know about the First Peoples". Holly and Tegan both found it a really beautiful starting point for introducing kids to First Nations culture and stories.  This week in nailed and failed - Tegan figures out how to make the Christmas presents last all year and Holly struggles with her no-phones-at-night rule at home.  THE END BITS  You can buy 'Come Together' here https://www.hardiegrant.com/au/publishing/bookfinder/book/come-together-by-isaiah-firebrace/9781741178166 Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Holly Wainwright & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Thom Lion  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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Nail Starting School
Jan 8 2023
How To Nail Starting School
The new school year is about to start! We’ve got our lunch boxes, uniforms and school shoes organised but how do we make sure our little ones are relaxed and excited? We thought we’d ask our friend Genevieve Muir from Connected Parenting about what to expect and how to prepare your little one for their new school journey.  This week in nails and fails - in anticipation of the girls starting big school Tegan reflects on nailing the preschool graduation. Meanwhile Leigh stays up with Alexander all night, but not in a fun way.  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Jacob Round & Madeline Joannou 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Mess & The Magic: Our Parenting Resolutions For 2023
Jan 1 2023
The Mess & The Magic: Our Parenting Resolutions For 2023
It's the beginning of a new year and the parenting possibilities are endless! We thought we'd reflect on our parenting highs and lows of 2022 and have a think about our parenting new years resolutions for 2023.  We'd love to hear yours. Get in touch below and let us know what you're aiming for this year! This week in nails and fails - Leigh discovers a Pita bread hack and Tegan prepares the passports for the family getaway. THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join the community at Mamamia Family Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Jacob Round & Madeline Joannou 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What To Watch With The Kids This Summer
Dec 25 2022
What To Watch With The Kids This Summer
Okay, Christmas day is done and dusted. Presents have been exchanged and too much food consumed.  Like us, maybe you're on the couch with a ham sandwich looking for something to watch with the kids, so we’ve put together some of our favourite family-friendly movies and TV shows for your holiday viewing. This week on nailed and failed - Leigh is most excited about the things she can get done while Alexander is at preschool and Tegan has permanently hidden the Elf On The Shelf. THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Jacob Round & Madeline Joannou 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Frozen Cokes to Fancy Dress - How Do You Spend Your Christmas?
Dec 18 2022
Frozen Cokes to Fancy Dress - How Do You Spend Your Christmas?
To help get you guys into the holiday mood we've compiled a merry montage of holiday cheer.  For the past few month's we've been asking our guests and colleagues a couple of festive holiday questions and we've saved up their answers and put them together.  From backyard cricket and beach trips to refusing to do elf on the self and road trips, friends of the show celebrate in a wealth of different ways.  This week we decided to stuff our stocking with yuletide yarns, our nails and fails will return next week!  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Thom Lion 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Barefoot Investor’s Tips For Teaching Kids About Money
Dec 11 2022
The Barefoot Investor’s Tips For Teaching Kids About Money
We all wish money could grow on trees, but how to we explain to our kids that unfortunately it doesn't? Is it just pocket money for jobs around the house? This week The Barefoot Investor, Scott Pape joined Tegan and Leigh to talk about his new book Barefoot Kids and how we can start to teach our kids about earning and the value of money. This week in nails and fails we're gearing up for Christmas - Tegan becomes a regular Martha Stewart and fashions a lovely garland, while Leigh learns the power of a Christmas song.   THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Thom Lion 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Life, Death And How To Explain It All To Your Kids
Nov 27 2022
Life, Death And How To Explain It All To Your Kids
Death is an inevitable part of life, so how do we explain it when a loved one or a pet passes away? Panic and create a distraction? Get existential about the meaning of life?  Gen Muir from Connected Parenting joined Tegan and Leigh to give some helpful tips. She discusses signs that your child might be grieving and how to gently handle the tricky conversation to make sure they get the information they need and you don't have to make it up on the spot.  This week in nails and fails - Bath-bombs and Bindis, Fashion fails and words of affirmation  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Thom Lion 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Is Aware Parenting & Should I Be Doing It?
Nov 13 2022
What Is Aware Parenting & Should I Be Doing It?
There are so many parenting styles out there and we know how confusing and daunting it can be comparing them.  So we've decided to do the hard-yards for you and take a deeper look at some.  We kick off our series on parenting styles talking to parenting educator and speaker Lael Stone about 'Aware Parenting'. What it means, how we can implement it in every day life and how to work on it with your partner.  And in our nails and fail this week - Tegan attempts to explain eyebrows and Leigh negotiates nap time.  THE END BITS  Find out more about Lael Stone and watch her TedTalk on her website here Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at tgm@mamamia.com.au  CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli Producer: Clare O'Halloran Audio Producer: Thom Lion 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more on mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.