Have you ever dreamt of packing up your family and escaping to the country? Former AFL player Buddy Franklin and his wife Jesinta have ditched the big city for something a little... quieter. Monz, Amelia and Stacey are unpacking whether it’s possible to completely reinvent your family life. Plus, Stacey explains her 'Florist Theory.’

Also, there’s a new solution for parenting exhaustion that involves dividing household duties differently, and we’re trying to decide if it’s genius, or not all it’s cracked up to be. And, what about the ‘double drop-off’?

First it was ponytails and pints and now it’s pints and periods. British dads are going to the pub to learn more about periods and how to show up for their daughters. Monz has thoughts, but honestly? We think it’s kind of wholesome. 

Reccos:

Stacey is loving Office Romanceon Netflix.

Amelia recommends the Micador Junior Colour Wash Repeat Tablecloth, a $27 lifesaver that keeps kids calm and centred during family dinners or chaotic parties.

Monique is loving buying cheap silicone ear putty from the chemist to turn down the volume on sensory overload at deafening basketball stadiums and supermarkets.

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Have you ever dreamt of packing up your family and escaping to the country? Former AFL player Buddy Franklin and his wife Jesinta have ditched the big city for something a little... quieter. Monz, Amelia and Stacey are unpacking whether it&rsquo;s possible to completely reinvent your family life. Plus, Stacey explains her 'Florist Theory.&rsquo;
Also, there&rsquo;s a new solution for parenting exhaustion that involves dividing household duties differently, and we&rsquo;re trying to decide if it&rsquo;s genius, or not all it&rsquo;s cracked up to be. And, what about the &lsquo;double drop-off&rsquo;?
First it was ponytails and pints and now it&rsquo;s pints and periods. British dads are going to the pub to learn more about periods and how to show up for their daughters. Monz has thoughts, but honestly? We think it&rsquo;s kind of wholesome.&nbsp;
Reccos:
Stacey is loving <a href="https://fave.co/4xkoBn1">Office Romance </a>on Netflix.
Amelia recommends the <a href="https://fave.co/4xm75yI">Micador Junior Colour Wash Repeat Tablecloth</a>, a $27 lifesaver that keeps kids calm and centred during family dinners or chaotic parties.
Monique is loving buying cheap silicone ear putty from the chemist to turn down the volume on sensory overload at deafening basketball stadiums and supermarkets.
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<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/parenting-burnout-stop-apologising/">The One Word You Need To Stop Saying &amp; Were 90s Mums 'All That'?</a></li>
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<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/messy-family-truth/">The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets &amp; Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled</a></li>
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Acting Group Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Executive Producer: Grace Rouvray
Video Editor: Julian Rosario
Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.

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