Move over "conscious uncoupling". Divorce is getting a rebrand. This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and Amelia Lester unpack Hollywood Actor Lake Bell’s unconventional approach to explaining her split to her kids. So, why is she banning the word ‘but,’ and is she onto something?

Plus, Australian influencer Indy Clinton has gone viral for struggling with her sons kindergarten times tables, and honestly? Same. So, is homework still a thing in 2026 or is it time to let kids just be kids?

And, a viral post by Jana Barrett has the internet talking about the invisible labor behind every successful man. He got the trophy, she got the school run. It has us asking, do we all deserve a medal for carrying the mental load?

And our very own Jessie Stevens and Luca Lavigne are officially parents-of-three after twins Harry and Margot came into the world slightly earlier than planned.  Luca checks in from the NICU "baby bubble" to tell us how they’re navigating life as a family of five.

Our Recommendations:

💇‍♀️ Stacey is obsessed with The Wavytalk thermal blow dry brush for a smooth, salon-style finish. 

📚 Ameliarecommends the Babysitter’s Little Sister graphic novels.

📝 Monz has been hit hard by Darragh Fleming’s poem ‘If I Ever Have Boys’.

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Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
Michelle Obama’s Parenting Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger To Mothers
The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?
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What to read: 
'As a teacher of 20 years, I’ve seen what homework can do to a student.'
Indy Clinton was determined to unmask her trolls. She's just been handed a 64-page report.
The 2026 BAFTA nominations are out, and Aussies are making their mark.
'I can't stop Googling my ex from 7 years ago. It has nothing to do with missing him.'
'The perks of divorce nobody talks about. But everyone should hear.'

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Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au 

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester & Monique Bowley

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

Move over "conscious uncoupling". Divorce is getting a rebrand. This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and Amelia Lester unpack Hollywood Actor Lake Bell&rsquo;s unconventional approach to explaining her split to her kids. So, why is she banning the word &lsquo;but,&rsquo; and is she onto something?
Plus, Australian influencer Indy Clinton has gone viral for struggling with her sons kindergarten times tables, and honestly? Same. So, is homework still a thing in 2026 or is it time to let kids just be kids?
And, a viral post by Jana Barrett has the internet talking about the invisible labor behind every successful man. He got the trophy, she got the school run. It has us asking, do we all deserve a medal for carrying the mental load?
And our very own Jessie Stevens and Luca Lavigne are officially parents-of-three after twins Harry and Margot came into the world slightly earlier than planned.&nbsp; Luca checks in from the NICU "baby bubble" to tell us how they&rsquo;re navigating life as a family of five.
Our Recommendations:
💇&zwj;♀️ Stacey is obsessed with&nbsp;The <a href="https://fave.co/4szTMHU">Wavytalk thermal blow dry brush</a> for a smooth, salon-style finish.&nbsp;
📚 Amelia recommends the <a href="https://fave.co/3NAVkm3">Babysitter&rsquo;s Little Sister</a> graphic novels.
📝 Monz has been hit hard by Darragh Fleming&rsquo;s poem &lsquo;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DVIwj3WjdWj/">If I Ever Have Boys&rsquo;.</a>
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<li aria-level="1">Don't miss an episode of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/">Parenting Out Loud</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/what-is-the-rocking-chair-test/">Empty Weekend Parenting &amp; The Viral Rocking Chair Test</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/co-parenting-problems-zayn-malik-gigi-hadid/">Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/picky-eaters/">The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/trimester-zero-smart-babies/">FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/wuthering-heights-jacob-elordi/">So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/michelle-obama-parenting-truth-bomb/">Michelle Obama&rsquo;s Parenting Truth Bomb &amp; A Middle Finger To Mothers</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/parenting-out-loud/brooklyn-beckham-controlling-parents/">The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?</a></li>
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<li><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/realities-of-homework/">'As a teacher of 20 years, I&rsquo;ve seen what homework can do to a student.'</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/indy-clinton-response/">Indy Clinton was determined to unmask her trolls. She's just been handed a 64-page report.</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/baftas-2026-nominations-winners/">The 2026 BAFTA nominations are out, and Aussies are making their mark.</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/google-my-ex/">'I can't stop Googling my ex from 7 years ago. It has nothing to do with missing him.'</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/perks-of-divorce/">'The perks of divorce nobody talks about. But everyone should hear.'</a></li>
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Share your feedback!&nbsp;<a href="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960">Send us a voice message</a>&nbsp;or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au&nbsp;
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester &amp; Monique Bowley
Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine
Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges
Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz

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Your weekly dose of culture-savvy conversation parents actually want. We break down the latest from the zeitgeist, news cycle and trending MumTok conversations, with smart takes and zero sugar-coating.&nbsp;
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Divorce Just Got A Rebrand & The Truth About Homework In 2026

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