About this episode

The episode explores the Franklin family's move to the country and discusses innovative parenting strategies and community support for daughters.

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 Romance on 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…

People in this episode

Hosts: Monz, Amelia, Stacey

Guests: Buddy Franklin, Jesinta Franklin

Topics covered

• family life
• parenting solutions
• household duties
• period education
• sensory overload
• family activities

Keywords

• free-range parenting
• household duties
• parenting exhaustion
• period education
• family dinners
• sensory overload

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Netflix

Products: Micador Junior Colour Wash Repeat Tablecloth, silicone ear putty

Places: Britain

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