Are kids’ birthday parties getting completely out of control?

In this episode of The Parenting Police, Sean Szeps is joined by podcaster Amy Gerard to unpack the growing pressure on parents to throw bigger, better and more expensive birthday parties for their children.

From the humble backyard celebration with fairy bread to extravagant parties costing thousands of dollars, they explore how social media, parent guilt and the pressure to keep up have transformed a simple childhood milestone into a potentially stressful and expensive event. They're asking the questions: is the average $700 birthday party really necessary — and are we celebrating our kids, or trying to impress other parents?

Sean and Amy get into the birthday party competition, the expectations placed on modern parents, and what children actually want when it comes to their special day. They also share practical ways to take the pressure off, rethink birthday traditions and create meaningful celebrations without breaking the bank.

Join the conversation! Add #TheParentingPolice to your social post.

LINKS :
Follow @amy.gerard on Instagram
Check out Amy's podcast 'Beyond The Chaos'

MORE FROM SEAN SZEPS:
Watch The Parenting Police on YouTube
Follow Sean (@seanszeps) on Instagram
Like Sean on Facebook

CREDITS:
Host: Sean Szeps
Guest: Amy Gerard
Video Producer/Editor: Aidan Parkes
Theme song co-written and produced by Josh Pyke
Executive Producer: Damien Haffenden
Managing Producer: Ceci Herbert
Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind-the-scenes content

Are kids&rsquo; birthday parties getting completely out of control?
In this episode of&nbsp;The Parenting Police, Sean Szeps is joined by podcaster Amy Gerard to unpack the growing pressure on parents to throw bigger, better and more expensive birthday parties for their children.
From the humble backyard celebration with fairy bread to extravagant parties costing thousands of dollars, they explore how social media, parent guilt and the pressure to keep up have transformed a simple childhood milestone into a potentially stressful and expensive event. They're asking the questions: is the average $700 birthday party really necessary &mdash; and are we celebrating our kids, or trying to impress other parents?
Sean and Amy get into the birthday party competition, the expectations placed on modern parents, and what children actually want when it comes to their special day. They also share practical ways to take the pressure off, rethink birthday traditions and create meaningful celebrations without breaking the bank.
Join the conversation! Add #TheParentingPolice to your social post.
LINKS :
<ul>
<li>Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amy.gerard/">@amy.gerard</a> on Instagram</li>
<li>Check out Amy's podcast '<a href="https://dm.org.au/podcast/beyond-the-chaos/">Beyond The Chaos'</a></li>
</ul>
MORE FROM SEAN SZEPS:
<ul>
<li>Watch The Parenting Police on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@seanszeps">YouTube</a></li>
<li>Follow Sean (@seanszeps) on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/seanszeps">Instagram</a></li>
<li>Like Sean on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheSeanSzeps/">Facebook</a></li>
</ul>
CREDITS:
<ul>
<li>Host: Sean Szeps</li>
<li>Guest: Amy Gerard</li>
<li>Video Producer/Editor: Aidan Parkes</li>
<li>Theme song co-written and produced by <a href="https://www.joshpyke.com/">Josh Pyke</a></li>
<li>Executive Producer: Damien Haffenden</li>
<li>Managing Producer: Ceci Herbert</li>
<li>Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a> on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind-the-scenes content</li>
</ul>

The Parenting Police is a new podcast where Sean Szeps investigates the constant flood of toys, shows, trends and advice thrown at modern families and decides what's worth your time and money.

Each week, a celebrity parent helps Sean review the latest toys and fads to see if they stack up. 

Genuinely useful advice, always a little silly, and never any bullsh**. 

"We're here to protect and serve… your sanity."

The Parenting Police is a new podcast where Sean Szeps investigates the constant flood of toys, shows, trends and advice thrown at modern families and decides what's worth your time and money.
Each week, a celebrity parent helps Sean review the latest toys and fads to see if they stack up.&nbsp;
Genuinely useful advice, always a little silly, and never any bullsh**.&nbsp;
"We're here to protect and serve&hellip; your sanity."

The Parenting Police is a new podcast where Sean Szeps investigates the constant flood of toys, shows, trends and advice thrown at modern families and decides what's worth your time and money.

The Parenting Police

The Parenting Police is a new podcast where Sean Szeps investigates the constant flood of toys, shows, trends and advice thrown at modern families and decides what's worth your time and money. 

Each week, a celebrity parent helps Sean review the latest toys and fads to see if they stack up. 

Genuinely useful advice, always a little silly, and never any bullsh**. 

"We're here to protect and serve… your sanity."

The Parenting Police is a new podcast where Sean Szeps investigates the constant flood of toys, shows, trends and advice thrown at modern families and decides what's worth your time and money.&nbsp;
Each week, a celebrity parent helps Sean review the latest toys and fads to see if they stack up.&nbsp;
Genuinely useful advice, always a little silly, and never any bullsh**.&nbsp;
"We're here to protect and serve&hellip; your sanity."

Are Expensive Birthday Parties For Our Kids...Or To Impress Other Parents? with Amy Gerard

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