Matt's on the brink after a house full of nits and a swimming lesson that never happened. He's also discovered that entertaining a baby is a lot harder than it looks after realising he has no idea how to play with Poppy.

Despite being sick, Ash has loaded up on vitamins and is ready to vent, starting with the ever-growing list of foods Oscar has decided he's scared of.

Plus, the annoying things kids do that are actually signs you're nailing parenting, and the parenting faux pas Matt says you'll regret if you don't avoid it.

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/ 

 

Matt's on the brink after a house full of nits and a swimming lesson that never happened. He's also discovered that entertaining a baby is a lot harder than it looks after realising he has no idea how to play with Poppy. Despite being sick, Ash has loaded up on vitamins and is ready to vent, starting with the ever-growing list of foods Oscar has decided he's scared of. Plus, the annoying things kids do that are actually signs you're nailing parenting, and the parenting faux pas Matt says you'll regret if you don't avoid it. <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; &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 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

#243 The Swimming Lesson That Broke Matt

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This week Ash is back from what he can only describe as the most disastrous holiday he’s ever been on.

But there was one silver lining - he and April had their fastest date ever… you genuinely won’t believe how fast.

Naturally, this leads the guys into an unexpected obsession with fajitas.

Meanwhile, Matt is coming to terms with the fact his little girl is growing up and has already outgrown something he never expected.

Plus, the guys have discovered a teacher’s error - could this be the first time a teacher has ever got something wrong?

And we know the guys swear… a lot, but it seems their questionable language is starting to rub off on some of our youngest listeners.

Don’t forget to sign the petition for paid parental leave for dads here.

You can buy a copy of Damian Kookaburra here. 

If you want to check out the linear clock a Doter designed, take a look here.

And you can follow Producer Vic here. 

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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 Ash is back from what he can only describe as the most disastrous holiday he&rsquo;s ever been on.
But there was one silver lining - he and April had their fastest date ever&hellip; you genuinely won&rsquo;t believe how fast.
Naturally, this leads the guys into an unexpected obsession with fajitas.
Meanwhile, Matt is coming to terms with the fact his little girl is growing up and has already outgrown something he never expected.
Plus, the guys have discovered a teacher&rsquo;s error - could this be the first time a teacher has ever got something wrong?
And we know the guys swear&hellip; a lot, but it seems their questionable language is starting to rub off on some of our youngest listeners.
Don&rsquo;t forget to sign the petition for paid parental leave for dads <a href="https://www.theparenthood.org.au/first_year_foundations">here</a>.
You can buy a copy of Damian Kookaburra <a href="https://www.astarpublishing.com.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;
If you want to check out the linear clock a Doter designed, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_adhd_linear_clock/">here</a>.
And you can follow Producer Vic <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vic.tv/">here</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>
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads">https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads</a> &nbsp;

#261  Fast Dates, Fajitas & Flight Dramas

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The guys have had a busy week. One minute they’re in Canberra lobbying politicians for more paid parental leave for dads, the next they’re accepting Father of the Year awards. Standard.

Then it's straight into the important Doter Dilemmas because it’s Housekeeping Day.

They address playground etiquette and the age-old question: when is it actually acceptable to go up the slide? Plus, is it OK to say no to the kids when you’ve got absolutely nothing left in the tank?

From Parliament House to the playground… just another week in the life of Two Doting Dads.

If you wanna run with Matt as your coach, use the code: MATTYJ for one month free of the KICApp (can only be redeemed when joining via kicwellness.com)

If you would like to sign the petition you can do so here. 

If you'd like more info on Dads & Paternity Leave you can read Movember's report here.

You can buy Gen's High low Buffalo cards here. 

If you'd like a personalised mug like the guys you can grab them from here. 

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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 guys have had a busy week. One minute they&rsquo;re in Canberra lobbying politicians for more paid parental leave for dads, the next they&rsquo;re accepting Father of the Year awards. Standard.
Then it's straight into the important Doter Dilemmas because it&rsquo;s Housekeeping Day.
They address playground etiquette and the age-old question: when is it actually acceptable to go up the slide? Plus, is it OK to say no to the kids when you&rsquo;ve got absolutely nothing left in the tank?
From Parliament House to the playground&hellip; just another week in the life of Two Doting Dads.
If you wanna run with Matt as your coach, use the code: MATTYJ for one month free of the KICApp (can only be redeemed when joining via kicwellness.com)
If you would like to sign the petition you can do so <a href="https://www.theparenthood.org.au/first_year_foundations?utm_source=twodotingdads&amp;utm_medium=partner&amp;utm_campaign=PPLHereForIt&amp;source=twodotingdads-0907">here</a>.&nbsp;
If you'd like more info on Dads &amp; Paternity Leave you can read Movember's report <a href="https://movember.com/articles/movember-launches-dads-caucus-at-parliament-house-as-new-research-reveals-56-of">here</a>.
You can buy Gen's High low Buffalo cards <a href="https://www.highlowbuffalo.com.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;
If you'd like a personalised mug like the guys you can grab them from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chuchubybec/">here.</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>
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads">https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads</a> &nbsp;

#260 Are We Politicians Now?!

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This might just be one of our most emotional episodes yet.

We’ve heard Ash’s sobriety story - the pain, the struggles and the voices in his head but today we hear from the person who was there through all of it: April.

From their binge-drinking teenage years, through their 20's and into parenthood, to Ash making the life-changing decision to give alcohol up in his 30's, April has had a front-row seat.

She opens up about what she did, what she didn’t do and what she’s learned about supporting someone through addiction without losing themselves in the process.

It’s a raw, honest and incredibly vulnerable conversation that gives us a whole new look at their relationship, built on love, trust, honesty and a whole lot of hope.

There are some seriously powerful takeaways about marriage, parenting, addiction and what it really means to stand beside someone when life gets hard.

We hope you love this one as much as we do.

If you need help with addiction you can call Lifeline on 1800 250 015 or you can find resources here.

______________________________________________________________________________

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 might just be one of our most emotional episodes yet.
We&rsquo;ve heard Ash&rsquo;s sobriety story - the pain, the struggles and the voices in his head but today we hear from the person who was there through all of it: April.
From their binge-drinking teenage years, through their 20's and into parenthood, to Ash making the life-changing decision to give alcohol up in his 30's, April has had a front-row seat.
She opens up about what she did, what she didn&rsquo;t do and what she&rsquo;s learned about supporting someone through addiction without losing themselves in the process.
It&rsquo;s a raw, honest and incredibly vulnerable conversation that gives us a whole new look at their relationship, built on love, trust, honesty and a whole lot of hope.
There are some seriously powerful takeaways about marriage, parenting, addiction and what it really means to stand beside someone when life gets hard.
We hope you love this one as much as we do.
If you need help with addiction you can call Lifeline on 1800 250 015 or you can find resources&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/get-help/national-services/national-alcohol-other-drug-hotline">here.</a>
______________________________________________________________________________
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>
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads">https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads</a> &nbsp;

#259 Ash & April - His Sobriety, Her Side Of The Story

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#243 The Swimming Lesson That Broke Matt

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