The beach rules have changed: gone are the days when you could mark your territory with a towel. 

Matty J was left SHOCKED after discovering this firsthand when he took the kids to the beach over the weekend. 

Turns out it wasn't an isolated experience, as Ash found himself in a similar situation. 

What do you think? What is the right way to mark your territory at the beach? 

Ash also updates us on Vegas (yeah, it must be nice to be away from the kids for three nights and enjoy Sin City!) 

Matt is also dealing with Marlie's missing school hats. If found, please return! 

2025 Raunchy Ranch Calendar IS STILL ON SALE! 

https://budgysmuggler.com.au/products/two-doting-dads-raunchy-ranch 

Buy our book, which is now available in-store!

https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 

If you need a shoulder to cry on: 

Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads  

The beach rules have changed: gone are the days when you could mark your territory with a towel.&nbsp;
Matty J was left SHOCKED after discovering this firsthand when he took the kids to the beach over the weekend.&nbsp;
Turns out it wasn't an isolated experience, as Ash found himself in a similar situation.&nbsp;
What do you think? What is the right way to mark your territory at the beach?&nbsp;
Ash also updates us on Vegas (yeah, it must be nice to be away from the kids for three nights and enjoy Sin City!)&nbsp;
Matt is also dealing with Marlie's missing school hats. If found, please return!&nbsp;
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2025 Raunchy Ranch Calendar IS STILL ON SALE!&nbsp;
<a href="https://budgysmuggler.com.au/products/two-doting-dads-raunchy-ranch">https://budgysmuggler.com.au/products/two-doting-dads-raunchy-ranch</a>&nbsp;
Buy our book, which is now available in-store!
<a href="https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552">https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552</a>&nbsp;
If you need a shoulder to cry on:&nbsp;
Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/">https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/</a>&nbsp;
YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads">https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads</a>&nbsp;
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/">https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/</a>&nbsp;
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads">https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads</a> &nbsp;

Two Doting Dads is a podcast series that follows the parenting escapades of two good mates, Matty J and Ash Wicks. Like all good modern relationships, they met on Instagram and instantly bonded over the fact that they were both sleep-deprived Dads doing their best to dote over their two children. They share a very laid-back style to parenting, they don't pretend to be experts and they celebrate every single parenting mishap (which there are plenty). If you're listening for parenting advice, you've come to the wrong podcast.

Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash

#131 Body Slamming, Touching Towels And Sleeping Rules

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You might remember Holly Nicholson from winning the heart of Pilot Jimmy on The Bachelor - but these days her biggest challenge is negotiating with a toddler and surviving motherhood on minimal sleep.

Since finding reality TV love, Holly’s gotten married, had baby Lenny and built a loyal following by sharing the very real side of mum life… and not just the cute Instagram bits.

From toddler meltdowns to the relentless chaos of raising a tiny human, Holly’s refreshingly honest about the parts of motherhood that are messy, mundane and occasionally make you question your sanity.

In this chat, Holly opens up about her struggles to fall pregnant, the challenges that came after Lenny arrived, and the things you should absolutely never say to a pregnant woman unless you’ve got a death wish.

If this chat raises any feelings for you - you can see help from:

https://www.panda.org.au/

https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/

https://www.lifeline.org.au/

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 

If you need a shoulder to cry on: 

Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads  

You might remember Holly Nicholson from winning the heart of Pilot Jimmy on The Bachelor -&nbsp;but these days her biggest challenge is negotiating with a toddler and surviving motherhood on minimal sleep.
Since finding reality TV love, Holly&rsquo;s gotten married, had baby Lenny and built a loyal following by sharing the very real side of mum life&hellip; and not just the cute Instagram bits.
From toddler meltdowns to the relentless chaos of raising a tiny human, Holly&rsquo;s refreshingly honest about the parts of motherhood that are messy, mundane and occasionally make you question your sanity.
In this chat, Holly opens up about her struggles to fall pregnant, the challenges that came after Lenny arrived, and the things you should absolutely never say to a pregnant woman unless you&rsquo;ve got a death wish.
If this chat raises any feelings for you - you can see help from:
<a href="https://www.panda.org.au/">https://www.panda.org.au/</a>
<a href="https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/">https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/</a>
<a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/">https://www.lifeline.org.au/</a>
<a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/">https://www.beyondblue.org.au/</a>&nbsp;
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If you need a shoulder to cry on:&nbsp;
Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/">https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/</a>&nbsp;
YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads">https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads</a>&nbsp;
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/">https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/</a>&nbsp;
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads">https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads</a> &nbsp;

#226 Highs & Lows with Holly Nicholson (Kingston)

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This week there’s a LOT of pent-up frustration… and for once the kids aren’t entirely to blame.

Ash is convinced Bluey is ruining his life, Matt’s at war with the latest pet Marlie’s brought home and a faulty door lock has officially cock-blocked Matt and Laura.

The boys bond over the one baby product they’re sick of seeing dumped on the side of the road.

Plus more things we were ridiculously confident about before becoming parents… back when we still had free time, energy and sex lives.

Consider yourself a smart shopper? Take the ALDI IQ Test today at www.IQ.ALDI.com.au and find out if you’re a true grocery genius... or not.

ALDI. Good different.

If you need a shoulder to cry on: 

Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads  

This week there&rsquo;s a LOT of pent-up frustration&hellip; and for once the kids aren&rsquo;t entirely to blame.
Ash is convinced Bluey is ruining his life, Matt&rsquo;s at war with the latest pet Marlie&rsquo;s brought home and a faulty door lock has officially cock-blocked Matt and Laura.
The boys bond over the one baby product they&rsquo;re sick of seeing dumped on the side of the road.
Plus more things we were ridiculously confident about before becoming parents&hellip; back when we still had free time, energy and sex lives.
Consider yourself a smart shopper? Take the ALDI IQ Test today at <a href="https://www.IQ.ALDI.com.au">www.IQ.ALDI.com.au</a> and find out if you&rsquo;re a true grocery genius... or not.
ALDI. Good different.
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If you need a shoulder to cry on:&nbsp;
Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/">https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/</a>&nbsp;
YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads">https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads</a>&nbsp;
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/">https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/</a>&nbsp;
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads">https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads</a> &nbsp;

#225 Highchair Hassles & Horny Parents

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We're back so soon! Not what you were expecting!? 

You've been asking and now we're FINALLY delivering - two eps a week every Monday and Wednesday.

In today's new ep we dive head first into housekeeping and boy is there a lot of it (because we all know you secretly love it)!

Ash reveals a pathetic injury he got while parenting this week.

While Matt is wondering if he'll ever be remembered for his who he really is!?

And there's a new phrase in their kids vocabulary that is driving them nuts!

Perhaps the double full moon is to blame - either way, we're all going loosey goosey!

If you need a shoulder to cry on: 

Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads  

We're back so soon! Not what you were expecting!?&nbsp;
You've been asking and now we're FINALLY delivering - two eps a week every Monday and Wednesday.
In today's new ep we dive head first into housekeeping and boy is there a lot of it (because we all know you secretly love it)!
Ash reveals a pathetic injury he got while parenting this week.
While Matt is wondering if he'll ever be remembered for his who he really is!?
And there's a new phrase in their kids vocabulary that is driving them nuts!
Perhaps the double full moon is to blame - either way, we're all going loosey goosey!
<hr data-start="898" data-end="901">
If you need a shoulder to cry on:&nbsp;
Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/">https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/</a>&nbsp;
YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads">https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads</a>&nbsp;
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/">https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/</a>&nbsp;
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads">https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads</a> &nbsp;

#224 Did we just double our workload!?

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#131 Body Slamming, Touching Towels And Sleeping Rules

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